Which has more horsepower, the Kubota BX2380 or the LS Tractor MT122?

The Kubota BX2380 leads on engine hp at 21.6 hp hp, compared to 21.5 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT122.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota BX2380 or the LS Tractor MT122?

The Kubota BX2380 leads on pto hp at 17.7 hp hp, compared to 15 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT122.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota BX2380 or the LS Tractor MT122?

The LS Tractor MT122 leads on loader lift at 1,007 lb lb, compared to 739 lb lb for the Kubota BX2380.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota BX2380 or the LS Tractor MT122?

The LS Tractor MT122 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 728 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX2380.

Kubota BX2380 vs LS Tractor MT122

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

Across 7 measurable specs, the LS Tractor MT122 leads 5 categories to 2. Machine pages: Kubota BX2380 and LS Tractor MT122.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota BX2380	LS Tractor MT122
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 21.6 hp	21.5 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 17.7 hp	15 hp
Weight (lb)	—	1,433 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	739 lb	▲ 1,007 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	680 lb	▲ 728 lb
Lift Height (in)	71 in	▲ 72 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,286 lbf	▲ 1,960 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	6.2 gpm	▲ 6.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	8.1 mph	—

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota BX2380LS Tractor MT122

Engine HPhp

▲21.6 hp

21.5 hp

PTO HPhp

▲17.7 hp

15 hp

Weightlb

—

1,433 lb

Loader Liftlb

739 lb

▲1,007 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

680 lb

▲728 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	LS TractorMT122


PTO Power	17.7 hp	15 hp
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	40 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Sheet net and replaceable treated paper element, spin on oil filter	Replaceable paper elements
Engine Type	Liquid cooled, 4-cycle, diesel	3-cylinder, Indirect-injection, Water-cooled
Fuel System	Direct injection	Mechanical, in-line type
Displacement	54.8 in³	68 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)	21.6 hp	21.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4

Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Tractor Weight (Base)	—	1,433 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.	6 Year Limited Warranty

Pump Type	Open center tandem pump gear type	Gear
Steering Flow	1.0 gpm	2.1 gpm
Implement Flow	5.2 gpm	4.6 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.2 gpm	6.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center system, Position control
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	6.2 gpm	6.7 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2 (optional; ISO 7241-1 series A or B)	1
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	0
System Operating Pressure	—	1,885.5 psi

PTO Rear	STD (540 rpm)	Standard (540 rpm)
PTO Type	Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)	Independent
Lift Control Type	Not Published	Position
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	970 lbs. (At 24 in: 728)
Mid-PTO Availability	STD (2500 rpm)	Standard (2,500 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	SAE Category I Optional	CAT I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	680 lb	728 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	26X12-12	26 x 12.0 - 12
R3 Turf - Front	18X8.5-10	18 x 8.5 - 10
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	Front: 18x8.5-10 Industrial; Rear: 26x12.0-12 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	26X12-12	26 x 12.0 - 12
R4 Industrial - Front	18X8.5-10	18 x 8.5 - 10
R1 Agricultural - Rear	26X12-12	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	18X8.5-10	Not Published

Coolant Capacity	Not Published	0.9 gal (0.9U.S.gals)
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	0.8 gal (0.8U.S.gals)
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.6 gal	6.6 gal.
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	0.5 gal (0.5U.S.gals)
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	3 gal (3.0U.S.gals)

Loader Lift Height	71.0 in	72.0 in.
Loader Breakout Force	1,286 lbf (bucket pivot pin)	1,960 lbs.
Quick Attach Loader System	Swift-Tach Loader (LA344S - Two Lever Quick Attach Bucket)	LL1101: Pin-Type Bucket (standard); Quick Attach Assembly (Optional) - Compact Type (dual-lever LH/RH); LL1700: Quick Attach Implement System
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	739 lb	1,007 lbs.

Clutch	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45 in.	Not Applicable
No. of Speeds	2 Range (Low-High)	2 Ranges
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic transmission	Hydrostatic Drive
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	8.1 mph	0 ~ 14.0 Km/h (0 ~ 8.70 mph)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	6.2 mph	0 ~ 8.4 Km/h (0 ~ 5.22 mph)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Mechanical pedal type

Brakes	Mechanical, wet disc type	Wet, Multi-disc
Steering	Integral power steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing	Front Wheel Mechanical Assist (4WD)
Drawbar Capacity	Max. drawbar load @ hitch: 550 lb.	Vertical load: 881.8 lb (882lbs), Horizontal load: 1.6 tonnes (3527lbs)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	1433 lb
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	High-Back Seat with Foldable Armrest and Retractable Seatbelt; fore/aft adjustable

Wheelbase	55.1 in	56 in.
Overall Width	45.1 in	47 in.
Ground Clearance	6.5 in	Not provided in source
Height to Top of ROPS	83.1 in	87 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)	7.87 ft
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	99.0 in (w/ Front guard)	97 in.
Overall Length	—	97 in.

Kubota BX2380 vs LS Tractor MT122: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota BX2380 or the LS Tractor MT122?: The Kubota BX2380 leads on engine hp at 21.6 hp hp, compared to 21.5 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT122.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota BX2380 or the LS Tractor MT122?: The Kubota BX2380 leads on pto hp at 17.7 hp hp, compared to 15 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT122.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota BX2380 or the LS Tractor MT122?: The LS Tractor MT122 leads on loader lift at 1,007 lb lb, compared to 739 lb lb for the Kubota BX2380.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota BX2380 or the LS Tractor MT122?: The LS Tractor MT122 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 728 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX2380.