Which has more horsepower, the Kubota BX23S or the Kubota L2501?

The Kubota L2501 leads on engine hp at 24.8 hp hp, compared to 23 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota BX23S or the Kubota L2501?

The Kubota L2501 leads on pto hp at 20.5 hp hp, compared to 17.7 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota BX23S or the Kubota L2501?

The Kubota L2501 leads on loader lift at 1,082 lb lb, compared to 738.5 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota BX23S or the Kubota L2501?

The Kubota L2501 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,389 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.

Kubota BX23S vs Kubota L2501

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 L2501 leads 7 categories to 1. Machine pages: Kubota BX23S and Kubota L2501.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota BX23S	Kubota L2501
Engine HP (hp)	23 hp	▲ 24.8 hp
PTO HP (hp)	17.7 hp	▲ 20.5 hp
Weight (lb)	1,598.3 lb	—
Loader Lift (lb)	738.5 lb	▲ 1,082 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	680 lb	▲ 1,389 lb
Lift Height (in)	71 in	▲ 94.3 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 6,258 lbf	2,373 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	6.2 gpm	▲ 8.3 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	0 mph	▲ 10.7 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota BX23SKubota L2501

Engine HPhp

23 hp

▲24.8 hp

PTO HPhp

17.7 hp

▲20.5 hp

Weightlb

1,598.3 lb

—

Loader Liftlb

738.5 lb

▲1,082 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

680 lb

▲1,389 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaBX23S	KubotaL2501


PTO Power	17.7 hp	20.5 hp
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	40 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	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle, diesel
Fuel System	Diesel fuel No.2 [above -10 ℃ (14 ℉)] Diesel fuel No.1 [below -10 ℃ (14 ℉)]	Direct injection
Displacement	54.8 in³	100.5 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	2200 rpm
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	KUBOTA	Kubota
Engine Power (Gross)	23 hp	24.8 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4

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

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.	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.

Pump Type	Hydrostatic transmission	Not Published
Steering Flow	1.0 gpm	3.13 gpm
Implement Flow	6.2 gpm (23.5 l/min.)	5.15 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.2 gpm	8.28 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center tandem pump gear type	Not Published
System Operating Pressure	12.3 MPa to 12.8 MPa	—
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	6.2 gpm	8.28 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2 (optional; ISO 7241-1 series A or B)	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2 valves	Not Published

PTO Rear	STD 540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)	DT (2WD), DT (4WD): Transmission driven with overrunning clutch; HST (4WD): Live-continuous running
Lift Control Type	Quarter-inching valve	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,213 lbs.	1918 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	STD (2500rpm)	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	SAE Category 1	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	680 lb	1389 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	26×12-12	Not Applicable
R3 Turf - Front	18×8.5-10	Not Applicable
Tire Size & Options	Front Turf/Industrial: 18×8.5-10; Rear Turf/Industrial: 26×12-12; Bar tire N/A	R1 Agricultural; R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	26×12-12	DT (2WD): Not Applicable; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 15-19.5
R4 Industrial - Front	18×8.5-10	DT (2WD): Not Applicable; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 27X8.50-15
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Applicable	11.2-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Applicable	DT (2WD): 5-15; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 7.2-16

Coolant Capacity	0.8 gal (3.3 U.S.qts.)	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	0.9 gal (3.4 U.S.qts.)	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.6 gal (6.6 U.S.gals.)	10.0 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	2.98 U.S. gals.	Not Published

Loader Lift Height	71.0 in	94.3 in
Loader Breakout Force	6258 N (1407 lbs) [LA340] / 5719 N (1286 lbs) [LA340S]	2373 lbf
Quick Attach Loader System	Kubota Swift-Tach (Quick attach)	Front Loader (LA526 - 2 Lever Quick Coupler (OPT))
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	738.5 lb (739 lbs) [LA340] / 612.9 lb (613 lbs) [LA340S]	1082 lb

Clutch	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45"	DT (2WD), DT (4WD): Dry type single stage; HST (4WD): Not Applicable
No. of Speeds	2 Range (Low-High)	DT (2WD), DT (4WD): 8 forward, 4 reverse; HST (4WD): 3-range
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic transmission, High-Low gear shift (2 forward, 2 reverse)	DT (2WD), DT (4WD): Gear shift; HST (4WD): Hydrostatic transmission (3-range)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	0 mph to 8.4 mph	DT (2WD), DT (4WD): 10.7 mph; HST (4WD): 11.5 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	0 mph to 6.5 mph	DT (2WD), DT (4WD): 3.9 mph; HST (4WD): 10.3 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Not Published

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

Wheelbase	55.1 in (55.1 in.)	63.3 in
Overall Width	45.1 in (45.1 in.)	55.1 in
Overall Length	87 in (87.0 in.) w / Front guard (without 3P), 99 in (99.0 in.) w / Front guard (with 3P)	—
Ground Clearance	5.8 in (5.83 in.)	DT (2WD): 13.6 in; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 13.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS	86.2 in (86.2 in.)	91.7 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 feet	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	99.0 in. w/3-Pt., w/ Front guard	DT (2WD): 110.6 in; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 106.3 in

Kubota BX23S vs Kubota L2501: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota BX23S or the Kubota L2501?: The Kubota L2501 leads on engine hp at 24.8 hp hp, compared to 23 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota BX23S or the Kubota L2501?: The Kubota L2501 leads on pto hp at 20.5 hp hp, compared to 17.7 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota BX23S or the Kubota L2501?: The Kubota L2501 leads on loader lift at 1,082 lb lb, compared to 738.5 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota BX23S or the Kubota L2501?: The Kubota L2501 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,389 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.