Kubota BX1880 vs Massey Ferguson MF 1520

Across 3 measurable specs, the Massey Ferguson MF 1520 leads 3 categories to 0. Machine pages: Kubota BX1880 and Massey Ferguson MF 1520.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaBX1880	Massey FergusonMF 1520

▶Engine
PTO Power	13.7 hp	Not Published
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Sheet net and replaceable treated paper element, spin on oil filter	Not Published
Engine Type	Liquid cooled, 4-cycle, diesel	3-cylinder diesel
Fuel System	Direct injection	Not Published
Displacement	43.9 in³	68.5 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	2500 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water with pressurized radiator, reverse air-flow design	Not Published
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Massey Ferguson (AGCO)
Engine Power (Gross)	16.6 hp	20 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Not Published
▶Weight
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Published
▶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.	Not Published
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Open center tandem pump gear type	Not Published
Steering Flow	1.0 gpm	3.2 gpm
Implement Flow	5.2 gpm	5.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.2 gpm	8.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	6.2 gpm	8.7 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2 (optional; ISO 7241-1 series A or B)	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	1
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	STD (540 rpm)	540 rpm
PTO Type	Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)	Sliding gear
Lift Control Type	Not Published	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	1,323 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	STD (2500 rpm)	Optional
Category, 3-Point Hitch	SAE Category I Optional	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	680 lb	Not Published
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	24X12-12	315X75D-15
R3 Turf - Front	16X7.5-8	24X8.5-12
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
R1 Agricultural - Rear	24X12-12	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Front	16X7.5-8	6.0-12
▶Fluid Capacity
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.6 gal	7.4 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	Not Published
Loader Breakout Force	1,286 lbf (bucket pivot pin)	Not Published
Quick Attach Loader System	Swift-Tach Loader (LA344S - Two Lever Quick Attach Bucket)	Not Published
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	613 lb	Not Published
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Clutch	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45 in.	Not Published
No. of Speeds	2 Range (Low-High)	8F / 8R
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic transmission	Mechanical
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	7.5 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	5.6 mph	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Rear differential lock
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Brakes	Mechanical, wet disc type	Not Published
Steering	Integral power steering	Not Published
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	61.4 in
Overall Width	44.1 in	43.3 in
Ground Clearance	5.8 in	9.6 in
Height to Top of ROPS	81.9 in	79.1 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	112.8 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 Massey Ferguson MF 1520: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota BX1880 or the Massey Ferguson MF 1520?

The Massey Ferguson MF 1520 leads on engine hp at 20 hp hp, compared to 16.6 hp hp for the Kubota BX1880.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota BX1880 or the Massey Ferguson MF 1520?

The Massey Ferguson MF 1520 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,323 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX1880.

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