Which has more horsepower, the Kubota BX2380 or the Kubota BX23S?

The Kubota BX23S leads on engine hp at 23 hp hp, compared to 21.6 hp hp for the Kubota BX2380.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota BX2380 or the Kubota BX23S?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 17.7 hp hp for pto hp.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota BX2380 or the Kubota BX23S?

The Kubota BX2380 leads on loader lift at 739 lb lb, compared to 738.5 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota BX2380 or the Kubota BX23S?

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

Kubota BX2380 vs Kubota BX23S

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, this matchup is a dead heat: 2 categories to the Kubota BX2380, 2 to the Kubota BX23S, 4 tied. Machine pages: Kubota BX2380 and Kubota BX23S.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota BX2380	Kubota BX23S
Engine HP (hp)	21.6 hp	▲ 23 hp
PTO HP (hp)	17.7 hp	17.7 hp
Weight (lb)	—	1,598.3 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 739 lb	738.5 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	680 lb	680 lb
Lift Height (in)	71 in	71 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,286 lbf	▲ 6,258 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	6.2 gpm	6.2 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 8.1 mph	0 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota BX2380Kubota BX23S

Engine HPhp

21.6 hp

▲23 hp

PTO HPhp

▲17.7 hp

Weightlb

—

1,598.3 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲739 lb

738.5 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲680 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaBX2380	KubotaBX23S


PTO Power	17.7 hp	17.7 hp
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	40 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Sheet net and replaceable treated paper element, spin on oil filter	Sheet net and replaceable treated paper element, spin on oil filter
Engine Type	Liquid cooled, 4-cycle, diesel	Liquid-cooled, 4-cycle diesel
Fuel System	Direct injection	Diesel fuel No.2 [above -10 ℃ (14 ℉)] Diesel fuel No.1 [below -10 ℃ (14 ℉)]
Displacement	54.8 in³	54.8 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	3200 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water with pressurized radiator, reverse air-flow design	Liquid-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	KUBOTA
Engine Power (Gross)	21.6 hp	23 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Not Published

Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Tractor Weight (Base)	—	1,598.3 lb (1600 lbs.)

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.	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.

Pump Type	Open center tandem pump gear type	Hydrostatic transmission
Steering Flow	1.0 gpm	1.0 gpm
Implement Flow	5.2 gpm	6.2 gpm (23.5 l/min.)
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.2 gpm	6.2 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center tandem pump gear type
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)	2 (optional; ISO 7241-1 series A or B)
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	2 valves
System Operating Pressure	—	12.3 MPa to 12.8 MPa

PTO Rear	STD (540 rpm)	STD 540 rpm
PTO Type	Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)	Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)
Lift Control Type	Not Published	Quarter-inching valve
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	1,213 lbs.
Mid-PTO Availability	STD (2500 rpm)	STD (2500rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	SAE Category I Optional	SAE Category 1
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	680 lb	680 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	26X12-12	26×12-12
R3 Turf - Front	18X8.5-10	18×8.5-10
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	Front Turf/Industrial: 18×8.5-10; Rear Turf/Industrial: 26×12-12; Bar tire N/A
R4 Industrial - Rear	26X12-12	26×12-12
R4 Industrial - Front	18X8.5-10	18×8.5-10
R1 Agricultural - Rear	26X12-12	Not Applicable
R1 Agricultural - Front	18X8.5-10	Not Applicable

Coolant Capacity	Not Published	0.8 gal (3.3 U.S.qts.)
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	0.9 gal (3.4 U.S.qts.)
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.6 gal	6.6 gal (6.6 U.S.gals.)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	2.98 U.S. gals.

Loader Lift Height	71.0 in	71.0 in
Loader Breakout Force	1,286 lbf (bucket pivot pin)	6258 N (1407 lbs) [LA340] / 5719 N (1286 lbs) [LA340S]
Quick Attach Loader System	Swift-Tach Loader (LA344S - Two Lever Quick Attach Bucket)	Kubota Swift-Tach (Quick attach)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	739 lb	738.5 lb (739 lbs) [LA340] / 612.9 lb (613 lbs) [LA340S]

Clutch	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45 in.	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45"
No. of Speeds	2 Range (Low-High)	2 Range (Low-High)
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic transmission	Hydrostatic transmission, High-Low gear shift (2 forward, 2 reverse)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	8.1 mph	0 mph to 8.4 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	6.2 mph	0 mph to 6.5 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Rear differential lock standard

Brakes	Mechanical, wet disc type	Mechanical, wet disc type
Steering	Integral power steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Two-post foldable ROPS
Front Axle Type	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing
Drawbar Capacity	Max. drawbar load @ hitch: 550 lb.	Maximum tongue weight 550 lb.
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published

Wheelbase	55.1 in	55.1 in (55.1 in.)
Overall Width	45.1 in	45.1 in (45.1 in.)
Ground Clearance	6.5 in	5.8 in (5.83 in.)
Height to Top of ROPS	83.1 in	86.2 in (86.2 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)	7.5 feet
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	99.0 in (w/ Front guard)	99.0 in. w/3-Pt., w/ Front guard
Overall Length	—	87 in (87.0 in.) w / Front guard (without 3P), 99 in (99.0 in.) w / Front guard (with 3P)

Kubota BX2380 vs Kubota BX23S: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota BX2380 or the Kubota BX23S?: The Kubota BX23S leads on engine hp at 23 hp hp, compared to 21.6 hp hp for the Kubota BX2380.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota BX2380 or the Kubota BX23S?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 17.7 hp hp for pto hp.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota BX2380 or the Kubota BX23S?: The Kubota BX2380 leads on loader lift at 739 lb lb, compared to 738.5 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota BX2380 or the Kubota BX23S?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 680 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).