Kubota B26 vs Kubota L2501

Across 9 measurable specs, the Kubota B26 leads 6 categories to 3. Machine pages: Kubota B26 and Kubota L2501.

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	KubotaB26	KubotaL2501

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Kubota
Engine Model	D1105-E4-TLB-1	D1703-M-DI-E4
Engine Type	E-TVCS, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	68.5 in³	100.47 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2800 rpm	2200 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	26 hp	24.8 hp
PTO Power	19.5 hp	19 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Single element	Dry paper single element (dual optional)
Fuel System	Indirect injection (E-TVCS)	Direct injection
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	40 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Open center tandem pump, gear type
Implement Flow	7.0 gpm	5.15 gpm
Steering Flow	4.2 gpm	3.13 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.1 gpm	8.26 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	11.1 gpm	8.26 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 3	Up to 3 (self canceling detent valve or float detent valve options)
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	8.1 gal	10.0 gal
Coolant Capacity	4.7 qt	6.3 qt
Crankcase Capacity	3.2 qt	6.0 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	6.9 gal	6.2 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4.7 qt	4.8 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Live-continuous running
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	No mid-PTO offered
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I (optional)	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2139 lb	1918 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1676 lb	1389 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	HST Plus hydrostatic transmission, 3-range	Hydrostatic transmission (3-range)
No. of Speeds	3-range (infinite)	3-range
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	11.1 mph	11.5 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	9.8 mph	10.3 mph
Clutch	Not Published	Not Applicable
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear axle differential lock standard	Rear differential lock standard
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Four-post ROPS/FOPS standard	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Integral type power steering
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc type
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Reversible seat; tilt steering standard	Suspension seat with fore/aft travel adjustment and suspension tension adjustment
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	2865 lb (at 43.1 in tread)
Drawbar Capacity	1100 lb	730 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	100.7 in (w/o 3P) (without 3-point hitch)	106.3 in (without 3-point hitch)
Overall Width	53.7 in	55.1 in
Wheelbase	62.2 in	63.3 in
Ground Clearance	13.8 in	13.4 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.2 ft	8.2 ft (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	89.5 in	91.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	2606 lb	2623 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	Industrial (R4): 23x8.5-14 R4 front, 12.4-16 R4 rear; turf 24x8.50-14 front, 13.6-16 rear	R1 Agricultural; R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	7.2-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	24x8.50-14	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	13.6-16	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.50-14 R4	27X8.50-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	12.4-16 R4	15-19.5
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	TL500: 2-lever quick coupler standard	Front Loader (LA525 - 2 Lever Quick Coupler)
Loader Model	TL500	LA525
Loader Lift Height	TL500: 94.5 in	94.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	TL500: 1301 lb	1131 lb
Loader Breakout Force	TL500: 2343 lbf	2373 lbf
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	Non-Commercial Home & Residential Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 72 months or 2000 hours. Commercial Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 36 months or 2000 hours.
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	Kubota Standard L & MX Series Brush Guard Insert Kit $269.00

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Kubota B26 vs Kubota L2501: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota B26 or the Kubota L2501?

The Kubota B26 leads on engine hp at 26 hp hp, compared to 24.8 hp hp for the Kubota L2501.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota B26 or the Kubota L2501?

The Kubota B26 leads on pto hp at 19.5 hp hp, compared to 19 hp hp for the Kubota L2501.

Which is heavier, the Kubota B26 or the Kubota L2501?

The Kubota L2501 leads on weight at 2,623 lb lb, compared to 2,606 lb lb for the Kubota B26.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota B26 or the Kubota L2501?

The Kubota B26 leads on loader lift at 1,301 lb lb, compared to 1,131 lb lb for the Kubota L2501.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota B26 or the Kubota L2501?

The Kubota B26 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,676 lb lb, compared to 1,389 lb lb for the Kubota L2501.

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