Kubota B26 vs Mahindra Max 26XL

Every published spec for both machines, side by side. The verdict below is computed straight from the spec sheets, not opinion.

Across 9 measurable specs, the Kubota B26 leads 5 categories to 4. Machine pages: Kubota B26 and Mahindra Max 26XL.

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Spec	Kubota B26	Mahindra Max 26XL
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 26 hp	25.6 hp
PTO HP (hp)	19.5 hp	▲ 21.5 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 2,606 lb	1,863 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,301 lb	▲ 1,402 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,676 lb	▲ 2,205 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 94.5 in	82.7 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,343 lbf	▲ 2,690 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 11.1 gpm	8.5 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 11.1 mph	10 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota B26Mahindra Max 26XL

Engine HPhp

▲26 hp

25.6 hp

PTO HPhp

19.5 hp

20 hp

▲21.5 hp

HSTShuttle

Weightlb

▲2,606 lb

1,863 lb

Loader Liftlb

1,301 lb

▲1,402 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,676 lb

▲2,205 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaB26	MahindraMax 26XL


Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Mitsubishi
Engine Model	D1105-E4-TLB-1	S3L2
Engine Type	E-TVCS, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel	Four-stroke, indirect injection, water-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	68.5 in³	80.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2800 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	26 hp	25.6 hp
PTO Power	19.5 hp	HST: 20 hp; Shuttle: 21.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Single element	Not Published
Fuel System	Indirect injection (E-TVCS)	Indirect injection
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	50 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	7.0 gpm	5.8 gpm
Steering Flow	4.2 gpm	2.7 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.1 gpm	8.5 gpm (5.8 + 2.7, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	11.1 gpm	8.5 gpm (5.8 + 2.7, computed)
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	1

Fuel Tank Capacity	8.1 gal	6.1 gal
Coolant Capacity	4.7 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	3.2 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	6.9 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4.7 qt	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent	Live (HST); Trans (Shuttle)
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Optional; 2000 rpm @ 2526 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I (optional)	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2139 lb	2205 lb (measuring point not stated)
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1676 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	HST Plus hydrostatic transmission, 3-range	HST: HST, 2 ranges; Shuttle: Synchro mesh F/R shuttle, constant mesh gear
No. of Speeds	3-range (infinite)	Infinite (HST); 8F / 8R (Shuttle)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	11.1 mph	10.0 mph (HST); 11.2 mph (Shuttle)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	9.8 mph	5.1 mph (HST); 9.4 mph (Shuttle)
Clutch	Not Published	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear axle differential lock standard	Not Published

Frame Type	Four-post ROPS/FOPS standard	Full-length tractor frame
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Reversible seat; tilt steering standard	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	1100 lb	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	100.7 in (w/o 3P) (without 3-point hitch)	109.3 in
Overall Width	53.7 in	54.3 in
Wheelbase	62.2 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	13.8 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.2 ft	6.6 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	89.5 in	84.3 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	2606 lb	1863 lb (HST); 1819 lb (Shuttle)
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Industrial (R4): 23x8.5-14 R4 front, 12.4-16 R4 rear; turf 24x8.50-14 front, 13.6-16 rear	Ag, Industrial, Turf
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	7x12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	9.5x16
R3 Turf - Front	24x8.50-14	23x8.5-12
R3 Turf - Rear	13.6-16	33x12.5-16.5
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.50-14 R4	23x8.5-12
R4 Industrial - Rear	12.4-16 R4	12x16.5

Quick Attach Loader System	TL500: 2-lever quick coupler standard	Not Published
Loader Model	TL500	Max 26L
Loader Lift Height	TL500: 94.5 in	Max 26L: 82.7 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	TL500: 1301 lb	Max 26L: 1402 lb
Loader Breakout Force	TL500: 2343 lbf	Max 26L: 2690 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	5-year powertrain warranty

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Kubota B26 vs Mahindra Max 26XL: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota B26 or the Mahindra Max 26XL?: The Kubota B26 leads on engine hp at 26 hp hp, compared to 25.6 hp hp for the Mahindra Max 26XL.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota B26 or the Mahindra Max 26XL?: The Mahindra Max 26XL leads on pto hp at 21.5 hp hp, compared to 19.5 hp hp for the Kubota B26.
Which is heavier, the Kubota B26 or the Mahindra Max 26XL?: The Kubota B26 leads on weight at 2,606 lb lb, compared to 1,863 lb lb for the Mahindra Max 26XL.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota B26 or the Mahindra Max 26XL?: The Mahindra Max 26XL leads on loader lift at 1,402 lb lb, compared to 1,301 lb lb for the Kubota B26.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota B26 or the Mahindra Max 26XL?: The Mahindra Max 26XL leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,205 lb lb, compared to 1,676 lb lb for the Kubota B26.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota B26	Mahindra Max 26XL
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 26 hp	25.6 hp
PTO HP (hp)	19.5 hp	▲ 21.5 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 2,606 lb	1,863 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,301 lb	▲ 1,402 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,676 lb	▲ 2,205 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 94.5 in	82.7 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,343 lbf	▲ 2,690 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 11.1 gpm	8.5 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 11.1 mph	10 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota B26Mahindra Max 26XL

Engine HPhp

▲26 hp

25.6 hp

PTO HPhp

19.5 hp

20 hp

▲21.5 hp

HSTShuttle

Weightlb

▲2,606 lb

1,863 lb

Loader Liftlb

1,301 lb

▲1,402 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,676 lb

▲2,205 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaB26	MahindraMax 26XL


Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Mitsubishi
Engine Model	D1105-E4-TLB-1	S3L2
Engine Type	E-TVCS, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel	Four-stroke, indirect injection, water-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	68.5 in³	80.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2800 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	26 hp	25.6 hp
PTO Power	19.5 hp	HST: 20 hp; Shuttle: 21.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Single element	Not Published
Fuel System	Indirect injection (E-TVCS)	Indirect injection
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	50 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	7.0 gpm	5.8 gpm
Steering Flow	4.2 gpm	2.7 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.1 gpm	8.5 gpm (5.8 + 2.7, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	11.1 gpm	8.5 gpm (5.8 + 2.7, computed)
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	1

Fuel Tank Capacity	8.1 gal	6.1 gal
Coolant Capacity	4.7 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	3.2 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	6.9 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4.7 qt	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent	Live (HST); Trans (Shuttle)
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Optional; 2000 rpm @ 2526 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I (optional)	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2139 lb	2205 lb (measuring point not stated)
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1676 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	HST Plus hydrostatic transmission, 3-range	HST: HST, 2 ranges; Shuttle: Synchro mesh F/R shuttle, constant mesh gear
No. of Speeds	3-range (infinite)	Infinite (HST); 8F / 8R (Shuttle)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	11.1 mph	10.0 mph (HST); 11.2 mph (Shuttle)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	9.8 mph	5.1 mph (HST); 9.4 mph (Shuttle)
Clutch	Not Published	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear axle differential lock standard	Not Published

Frame Type	Four-post ROPS/FOPS standard	Full-length tractor frame
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Reversible seat; tilt steering standard	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	1100 lb	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	100.7 in (w/o 3P) (without 3-point hitch)	109.3 in
Overall Width	53.7 in	54.3 in
Wheelbase	62.2 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	13.8 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.2 ft	6.6 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	89.5 in	84.3 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	2606 lb	1863 lb (HST); 1819 lb (Shuttle)
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Industrial (R4): 23x8.5-14 R4 front, 12.4-16 R4 rear; turf 24x8.50-14 front, 13.6-16 rear	Ag, Industrial, Turf
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	7x12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	9.5x16
R3 Turf - Front	24x8.50-14	23x8.5-12
R3 Turf - Rear	13.6-16	33x12.5-16.5
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.50-14 R4	23x8.5-12
R4 Industrial - Rear	12.4-16 R4	12x16.5

Quick Attach Loader System	TL500: 2-lever quick coupler standard	Not Published
Loader Model	TL500	Max 26L
Loader Lift Height	TL500: 94.5 in	Max 26L: 82.7 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	TL500: 1301 lb	Max 26L: 1402 lb
Loader Breakout Force	TL500: 2343 lbf	Max 26L: 2690 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	5-year powertrain warranty

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Kubota B26 vs Mahindra Max 26XL: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota B26 or the Mahindra Max 26XL?

The Kubota B26 leads on engine hp at 26 hp hp, compared to 25.6 hp hp for the Mahindra Max 26XL.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota B26 or the Mahindra Max 26XL?

The Mahindra Max 26XL leads on pto hp at 21.5 hp hp, compared to 19.5 hp hp for the Kubota B26.

Which is heavier, the Kubota B26 or the Mahindra Max 26XL?

The Kubota B26 leads on weight at 2,606 lb lb, compared to 1,863 lb lb for the Mahindra Max 26XL.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota B26 or the Mahindra Max 26XL?

The Mahindra Max 26XL leads on loader lift at 1,402 lb lb, compared to 1,301 lb lb for the Kubota B26.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota B26 or the Mahindra Max 26XL?

The Mahindra Max 26XL leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,205 lb lb, compared to 1,676 lb lb for the Kubota B26.

Kubota B26 vs Mahindra Max 26XL

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