Kubota B2650 vs Massey Ferguson 1526

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

Across 8 measurable specs, the Kubota B2650 leads 4 categories to 2 (2 tied). Machine pages: Kubota B2650 and Massey Ferguson 1526.

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Spec	Kubota B2650	Massey Ferguson 1526
Engine HP (hp)	24.8 hp	24.8 hp
PTO HP (hp)	19.5 hp	▲ 20.1 hp
Weight (lb)	1,786 lb	▲ 2,077 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,146 lb	852 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 1,676 lb	992 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 84.6 in	83 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 2,321 lbf	1,282 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	8.7 gpm	8.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	11.9 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota B2650Massey Ferguson 1526

Engine HPhp

▲24.8 hp

PTO HPhp

19.5 hp

▲20.1 hp

Weightlb

1,786 lb

▲2,077 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲1,146 lb

852 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲1,676 lb

992 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaB2650	Massey Ferguson1526


Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Iseki
Engine Model	D1305-E4-D26-R	E3CD
Engine Type	E-TVCS, liquid-cooled, 3-cylinder diesel	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	77.0 in³	91.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2500 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	24.8 hp	24.8 hp
PTO Power	19.5 hp	20.1 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled, pressurized radiator	Liquid cooled
Air Cleaner	4.0 in dual paper element	Not Published
Fuel System	Indirect injection	Not Published
Alternator	B2650HSD (ROPS): 14.5 A; B2650HSDC (cab): 40 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Dual pump	Not Published
Implement Flow	5 gpm	5.5 gpm
Steering Flow	3.7 gpm	3.2 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	8.7 gpm	8.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	8.7 gpm	8.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	5.5 gpm
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1 (rear outlet)	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	1

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.3 gal	7.1 gal
Coolant Capacity	4.5 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	4.2 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	4.0 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard mid-PTO, 2500 rpm	Independent, 2000 rpm (optional)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2139 lb	1,322 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1676 lb	992 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	Hydrostatic transmission, 3-range	Hydrostatic
No. of Speeds	3-range	Infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	11.9 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	9.5 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Mechanical rear differential lock

Frame Type	Two-post foldable ROPS (cab optional)	Not Published
Steering	Hydraulic power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Multi-plate wet disc	Wet, multiple disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe seat with parallel link and damper seat suspension	Adjustable mechanical suspension
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	101.2 in (w/o 3P) (without 3-point hitch)	111 in
Overall Width	53.7 in	55.1 in
Wheelbase	65.6 in	61.4 in
Ground Clearance	14.6 in	11.6 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	6.9 ft (w/brake) (with brake applied)	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	88.4 in	96.1 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	84.6 in	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	1786 lb	2,077 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Standard farm (R1): 7-12 front, 12.4-16 rear; turf and industrial optional	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-12	7-12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4-16	35x12.00-16.5 or 9.5-16
R3 Turf - Front	24x8.50-14	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	13.6-16	36x13.50-15
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.50-14	25x8.50-14
R4 Industrial - Rear	12.4-16	14-17

Quick Attach Loader System	LA534A: 2-lever quick coupler (optional), quick attach/detach mounting	Not Published
Loader Model	LA534A	FLx2106
Loader Lift Height	LA534A: 84.6 in	FLx2106: 83 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LA534A: 1146 lb	FLx2106: 852 lb (to full height, at 19.5 in forward of pivot pin)
Loader Breakout Force	LA534A: 2321 lbf	FLx2106: 1,282 lb (at 19.5 in forward of pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	Not Published

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Kubota B2650 vs Massey Ferguson 1526: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota B2650 or the Massey Ferguson 1526?: 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 Massey Ferguson 1526?: The Massey Ferguson 1526 leads on pto hp at 20.1 hp hp, compared to 19.5 hp hp for the Kubota B2650.
Which is heavier, the Kubota B2650 or the Massey Ferguson 1526?: The Massey Ferguson 1526 leads on weight at 2,077 lb lb, compared to 1,786 lb lb for the Kubota B2650.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota B2650 or the Massey Ferguson 1526?: The Kubota B2650 leads on loader lift at 1,146 lb lb, compared to 852 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1526.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota B2650 or the Massey Ferguson 1526?: The Kubota B2650 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,676 lb lb, compared to 992 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1526.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota B2650	Massey Ferguson 1526
Engine HP (hp)	24.8 hp	24.8 hp
PTO HP (hp)	19.5 hp	▲ 20.1 hp
Weight (lb)	1,786 lb	▲ 2,077 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,146 lb	852 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 1,676 lb	992 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 84.6 in	83 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 2,321 lbf	1,282 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	8.7 gpm	8.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	11.9 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota B2650Massey Ferguson 1526

Engine HPhp

▲24.8 hp

PTO HPhp

19.5 hp

▲20.1 hp

Weightlb

1,786 lb

▲2,077 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲1,146 lb

852 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲1,676 lb

992 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaB2650	Massey Ferguson1526


Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Iseki
Engine Model	D1305-E4-D26-R	E3CD
Engine Type	E-TVCS, liquid-cooled, 3-cylinder diesel	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	77.0 in³	91.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2500 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	24.8 hp	24.8 hp
PTO Power	19.5 hp	20.1 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled, pressurized radiator	Liquid cooled
Air Cleaner	4.0 in dual paper element	Not Published
Fuel System	Indirect injection	Not Published
Alternator	B2650HSD (ROPS): 14.5 A; B2650HSDC (cab): 40 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Dual pump	Not Published
Implement Flow	5 gpm	5.5 gpm
Steering Flow	3.7 gpm	3.2 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	8.7 gpm	8.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	8.7 gpm	8.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	5.5 gpm
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1 (rear outlet)	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	1

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.3 gal	7.1 gal
Coolant Capacity	4.5 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	4.2 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	4.0 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard mid-PTO, 2500 rpm	Independent, 2000 rpm (optional)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2139 lb	1,322 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1676 lb	992 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	Hydrostatic transmission, 3-range	Hydrostatic
No. of Speeds	3-range	Infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	11.9 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	9.5 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Mechanical rear differential lock

Frame Type	Two-post foldable ROPS (cab optional)	Not Published
Steering	Hydraulic power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Multi-plate wet disc	Wet, multiple disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe seat with parallel link and damper seat suspension	Adjustable mechanical suspension
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	101.2 in (w/o 3P) (without 3-point hitch)	111 in
Overall Width	53.7 in	55.1 in
Wheelbase	65.6 in	61.4 in
Ground Clearance	14.6 in	11.6 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	6.9 ft (w/brake) (with brake applied)	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	88.4 in	96.1 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	84.6 in	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	1786 lb	2,077 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Standard farm (R1): 7-12 front, 12.4-16 rear; turf and industrial optional	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-12	7-12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4-16	35x12.00-16.5 or 9.5-16
R3 Turf - Front	24x8.50-14	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	13.6-16	36x13.50-15
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.50-14	25x8.50-14
R4 Industrial - Rear	12.4-16	14-17

Quick Attach Loader System	LA534A: 2-lever quick coupler (optional), quick attach/detach mounting	Not Published
Loader Model	LA534A	FLx2106
Loader Lift Height	LA534A: 84.6 in	FLx2106: 83 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LA534A: 1146 lb	FLx2106: 852 lb (to full height, at 19.5 in forward of pivot pin)
Loader Breakout Force	LA534A: 2321 lbf	FLx2106: 1,282 lb (at 19.5 in forward of pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	Not Published

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Kubota B2650 vs Massey Ferguson 1526: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota B2650 or the Massey Ferguson 1526?

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 Massey Ferguson 1526?

The Massey Ferguson 1526 leads on pto hp at 20.1 hp hp, compared to 19.5 hp hp for the Kubota B2650.

Which is heavier, the Kubota B2650 or the Massey Ferguson 1526?

The Massey Ferguson 1526 leads on weight at 2,077 lb lb, compared to 1,786 lb lb for the Kubota B2650.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota B2650 or the Massey Ferguson 1526?

The Kubota B2650 leads on loader lift at 1,146 lb lb, compared to 852 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1526.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota B2650 or the Massey Ferguson 1526?

The Kubota B2650 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,676 lb lb, compared to 992 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1526.

Kubota B2650 vs Massey Ferguson 1526

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