Kubota B2650 vs Kubota L2501

Across 9 measurable specs, the Kubota B2650 leads 5 categories to 3 (1 tied). Machine pages: Kubota B2650 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	KubotaB2650	KubotaL2501

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Kubota
Engine Model	D1305-E4-D26-R	D1703-M-DI-E4
Engine Type	E-TVCS, liquid-cooled, 3-cylinder diesel	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	77.0 in³	100.47 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2500 rpm	2200 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	24.8 hp	24.8 hp
PTO Power	19.5 hp	19 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled, pressurized radiator	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	4.0 in dual paper element	Dry paper single element (dual optional)
Fuel System	Indirect injection	Direct injection
Alternator	B2650HSD (ROPS): 14.5 A; B2650HSDC (cab): 40 A, 12 V	40 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Dual pump	Open center tandem pump, gear type
Implement Flow	5 gpm	5.15 gpm
Steering Flow	3.7 gpm	3.13 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	8.7 gpm	8.26 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	8.7 gpm	8.26 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1 (rear outlet)	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Up to 3 (self canceling detent valve or float detent valve options)
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	7.3 gal	10.0 gal
Coolant Capacity	4.5 qt	6.3 qt
Crankcase Capacity	4.2 qt	6.0 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	4.0 gal	6.2 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	4.8 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Live-continuous running
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard mid-PTO, 2500 rpm	No mid-PTO offered
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	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	Hydrostatic transmission, 3-range	Hydrostatic transmission (3-range)
No. of Speeds	3-range	3-range
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	11.9 mph	11.5 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	9.5 mph	10.3 mph
Clutch	Not Published	Not Applicable
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Rear differential lock standard
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Two-post foldable ROPS (cab optional)	Not Published
Steering	Hydraulic power steering	Integral type power steering
Brakes	Multi-plate wet disc	Wet disc type
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe seat with parallel link and damper seat suspension	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	Not Published	730 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	101.2 in (w/o 3P) (without 3-point hitch)	106.3 in (without 3-point hitch)
Overall Width	53.7 in	55.1 in
Wheelbase	65.6 in	63.3 in
Ground Clearance	14.6 in	13.4 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	6.9 ft (w/brake) (with brake applied)	8.2 ft (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	88.4 in	91.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	84.6 in	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	1786 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	Standard farm (R1): 7-12 front, 12.4-16 rear; turf and industrial optional	R1 Agricultural; R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-12	7.2-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4-16	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	27X8.50-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	12.4-16	15-19.5
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	LA534A: 2-lever quick coupler (optional), quick attach/detach mounting	Front Loader (LA525 - 2 Lever Quick Coupler)
Loader Model	LA534A	LA525
Loader Lift Height	LA534A: 84.6 in	94.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LA534A: 1146 lb	1131 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LA534A: 2321 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 B2650 vs Kubota L2501: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota B2650 or the Kubota L2501?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 24.8 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota B2650 or the Kubota L2501?

The Kubota B2650 leads on pto hp at 19.5 hp hp, compared to 19 hp hp for the Kubota L2501.

Which is heavier, the Kubota B2650 or the Kubota L2501?

The Kubota L2501 leads on weight at 2,623 lb lb, compared to 1,786 lb lb for the Kubota B2650.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota B2650 or the Kubota L2501?

The Kubota B2650 leads on loader lift at 1,146 lb lb, compared to 1,131 lb lb for the Kubota L2501.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota B2650 or the Kubota L2501?

The Kubota B2650 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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