Kubota B2601HSD vs Kubota L2502

Across 8 measurable specs, the Kubota B2601HSD leads 5 categories to 3. Machine pages: Kubota B2601HSD and Kubota L2502.

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Full Spec Sheet

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Spec	KubotaB2601HSD	KubotaL2502

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Kubota
Engine Model	D1105	D1703-M-DI-E4 / D1703-M-DI-E4K
Engine Type	E-TVCS, liquid cooled, 3-cylinder diesel	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled 4-cycle, diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	68.5 in³	100.5 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2800 rpm	2200 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	24.3 hp	23.3 hp
PTO Power	19.4 hp	18.4 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Pressurized radiator	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dual paper element	Dry type, single element
Fuel System	diesel	Direct injection
Alternator	Not Published	40 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Dual pump	Not Published
Implement Flow	Not Published	5.2 gpm
Steering Flow	Not Published	3.1 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	8.3 gpm	8.28 gpm (5.15 + 3.13, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	8.3 gpm	8.28 gpm (5.15 + 3.13, 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	2	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.1 gal	11.1 gal
Coolant Capacity	4.0 qt	6.3 qt
Crankcase Capacity	3.3 qt	6.0 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	4.0 gal	6.9 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	3.7 qt	4.8 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Live-independent hydraulic PTO with PTO brake, wet
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	independent, 2500 rpm	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	SAE Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,808 lb	1,874 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,411 lb	1,389 lb
Lift Control Type	position control	Position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	HST (3 ranges)	Hydrostatic transmission (3-range)
No. of Speeds	3 ranges (HST)	3-range
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	12.7 mph	11.5 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	9.5 mph	10.3 mph
Clutch	N/A	n/a
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Standard	Rear differential lock, pedal operated
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydraulic power steering	Integral type power steering
Brakes	Multi-plate wet disc	Mechanical, wet disc type
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	High-back suspension seat with standard arm rests; tilt steering (HST models)	Suspension seat with fore/aft travel adjustment and suspension tension adjustment
Front Axle Type	Four-wheel drive	Cast-iron front axle
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	660 lb	730 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Width	49 in	55.1 in
Wheelbase	61.4 in	63.4 in
Ground Clearance	12.8 in	13.4 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	6.9 ft (with brake applied)	8.2 ft (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	85.0 in	91.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Length	94.9 in (without 3-point hitch)	108.5 in (without 3-point hitch)
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	1,632 lb	2,833 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	Farm (R1): 7-12 front, 11.2-16 rear; Turf (R3): 23x8.50-12 front, 33x12.5-15 rear; Industrial (R4): 23x8.50-12 front, 12-16.5 rear	Agricultural; Turf; Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-12	7.2-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-16	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	23x8.50-12	25X8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	33x12.5-15	13.6-16
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.50-12	27X8.50-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	12-16.5	15-19.5
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	LA435 Swift-Tach Loader (1-lever Quick Coupler)	Front Loader (LA526 - 2 Lever Quick Coupler (OPT))
Loader Model	LA435	LA526
Loader Lift Height	78.5 in (at pivot pin)	LA526: 94.8 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	948 lb (at pivot pin)	LA526: 1,096 lb
Loader Breakout Force	2,146 lb (at pivot pin)	Not Published
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Residential: basic 24 months or 1,500 hours, powertrain 72 months or 2,000 hours; commercial: basic 24 months or 1,500 hours, powertrain 36 months or 2,000 hours	Not Published
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Kubota B2301/B2401/B2601 Brush Guard Insert Kit $259.00	Kubota L2502/L3302/L3902 HD Brush Guard Insert $269.00

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Kubota B2601HSD vs Kubota L2502: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota B2601HSD or the Kubota L2502?

The Kubota B2601HSD leads on engine hp at 24.3 hp hp, compared to 23.3 hp hp for the Kubota L2502.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota B2601HSD or the Kubota L2502?

The Kubota B2601HSD leads on pto hp at 19.4 hp hp, compared to 18.4 hp hp for the Kubota L2502.

Which is heavier, the Kubota B2601HSD or the Kubota L2502?

The Kubota L2502 leads on weight at 2,833 lb lb, compared to 1,632 lb lb for the Kubota B2601HSD.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota B2601HSD or the Kubota L2502?

The Kubota L2502 leads on loader lift at 1,096 lb lb, compared to 948 lb lb for the Kubota B2601HSD.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota B2601HSD or the Kubota L2502?

The Kubota B2601HSD leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,411 lb lb, compared to 1,389 lb lb for the Kubota L2502.

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