Kubota BX1880 vs Mahindra eMax 20S

Across 8 measurable specs, the Mahindra eMax 20S leads 5 categories to 1 (2 tied). Machine pages: Kubota BX1880 and Mahindra eMax 20S.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaBX1880	MahindraeMax 20S

▶Engine
PTO Power	13.7 hp	14.2 hp
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	45 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Sheet net and replaceable treated paper element, spin on oil filter	Not Published
Engine Type	Liquid cooled, 4-cycle, diesel	Four-stroke, Naturally Aspirated, Indirect Injection, Water-cooled Diesel Engine
Fuel System	Direct injection	Indirect Injection
Displacement	43.9 in³	60.6 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	3000 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water with pressurized radiator, reverse air-flow design	Water-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Yanmar
Engine Power (Gross)	16.6 hp	19.4 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Complies with US TIER-4 Final Norms
▶Weight
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	1918 lb
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	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.	7-Year Limited Powertrain Warranty
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Open center tandem pump gear type	Not Published
Steering Flow	1.0 gpm	2.1 gpm
Implement Flow	5.2 gpm	4.1 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.2 gpm	6.2 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open Center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	6.2 gpm	6.2 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2 (optional; ISO 7241-1 series A or B)	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	STD (540 rpm)	540 @ 2942 rpm
PTO Type	Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)	Independent
Lift Control Type	Not Published	Position Control
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Mid-PTO Availability	STD (2500 rpm)	Available; 2500 @ 2958 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	SAE Category I Optional	CAT I Narrow with Check Chains
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	680 lb	680 lb
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	24X12-12	26X12-12
R3 Turf - Front	16X7.5-8	18X8.5-10
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf	R1 Agriculture, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Applicable	26X12-12
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Applicable	18X8.5-10
R1 Agricultural - Rear	24X12-12	26X12-12
R1 Agricultural - Front	16X7.5-8	18X8.5-10
▶Fluid Capacity
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.6 gal	6.6 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Lift Height	70.7 in	71.3 in
Loader Breakout Force	1,286 lbf (bucket pivot pin)	1235 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	Swift-Tach Loader (LA344S - Two Lever Quick Attach Bucket)	6.1 gal: Standard skid-steer style loader couplers (Quick Attach Couplers) for fast, easy front-implement connection.
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	613 lb	617 lb (at pivot pin)
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Clutch	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45 in.	Dry-Single
No. of Speeds	2 Range (Low-High)	Infinite / 2 ranges
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic transmission	HST
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	7.5 mph	7.8 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	5.6 mph	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Not Published
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Brakes	Mechanical, wet disc type	Wet Disc
Steering	Integral power steering	Power Steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Max. drawbar load @ hitch: 550 lb.	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Wheelbase	55.1 in	53.1 in
Overall Width	44.1 in	44.5 in
Ground Clearance	5.8 in	8.3 in
Height to Top of ROPS	81.9 in	86.6 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	7.5 ft (2.3 m)	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	95.5 in	94.2 in
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Kubota BX80 Series Brush Guard Insert (S/N C1630 and up) $259.00 S/N C1630 and after Kubota BX80 Series Brush Guard Insert (S/N before C1630) $299.00 S/N before C1630	None tagged yet

Kubota BX1880 vs Mahindra eMax 20S: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota BX1880 or the Mahindra eMax 20S?

The Mahindra eMax 20S leads on engine hp at 19.4 hp hp, compared to 16.6 hp hp for the Kubota BX1880.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota BX1880 or the Mahindra eMax 20S?

The Mahindra eMax 20S leads on pto hp at 14.2 hp hp, compared to 13.7 hp hp for the Kubota BX1880.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota BX1880 or the Mahindra eMax 20S?

The Mahindra eMax 20S leads on loader lift at 617 lb lb, compared to 613 lb lb for the Kubota BX1880.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota BX1880 or the Mahindra eMax 20S?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 680 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

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