Which has more horsepower, the Kubota BX23S or the Kubota LX2610SU?

The Kubota LX2610SU 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 LX2610SU?

The Kubota LX2610SU leads on pto hp at 19.5 hp hp, compared to 17.7 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota BX23S or the Kubota LX2610SU?

The Kubota LX2610SU leads on loader lift at 1,067 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 LX2610SU?

The Kubota LX2610SU leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,676 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.

Kubota BX23S vs Kubota LX2610SU

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 LX2610SU leads 7 categories to 1. Machine pages: Kubota BX23S and Kubota LX2610SU.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota BX23S	Kubota LX2610SU
Engine HP (hp)	23 hp	▲ 24.8 hp
PTO HP (hp)	17.7 hp	▲ 19.5 hp
Weight (lb)	1,598.3 lb	—
Loader Lift (lb)	738.5 lb	▲ 1,067 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	680 lb	▲ 1,676 lb
Lift Height (in)	71 in	▲ 84 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 6,258 lbf	2,245 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	6.2 gpm	▲ 8.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	0 mph	▲ 11.2 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota BX23SKubota LX2610SU

Engine HPhp

23 hp

▲24.8 hp

PTO HPhp

17.7 hp

▲19.5 hp

Weightlb

1,598.3 lb

—

Loader Liftlb

738.5 lb

▲1,067 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

680 lb

▲1,676 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	KubotaLX2610SU


PTO Power	17.7 hp	19.5 hp
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Sheet net and replaceable treated paper element, spin on oil filter	4.5 inch Dual paper element
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-cycle diesel	E-TVCS, liquid cooled, 3-cylinder, diesel
Fuel System	Diesel fuel No.2 [above -10 ℃ (14 ℉)] Diesel fuel No.1 [below -10 ℃ (14 ℉)]	Not Published
Displacement	54.8 in³	77 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	2500 rpm
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Pressurized radiator
Engine Manufacturer	KUBOTA	Kubota
Engine Power (Gross)	23 hp	24.8 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Not Published

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	Dual pump
Steering Flow	1.0 gpm	Not Published
Implement Flow	6.2 gpm (23.5 l/min.)	Not Published
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.2 gpm	8.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center tandem pump gear type	Open center
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	8.7 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)	Independent
Lift Control Type	Quarter-inching valve	Position control valve
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,213 lbs.	2139 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	STD (2500rpm)	Not Applicable
Category, 3-Point Hitch	SAE Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	680 lb	1676 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	26×12-12	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	18×8.5-10	Not Published
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	12.4-16 / 15-19.5
R4 Industrial - Front	18×8.5-10	23X8.50-14 / 25X8.50-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Applicable	12.4-16
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Applicable	7.0-12

Coolant Capacity	0.8 gal (3.3 U.S.qts.)	4.5 qt
Crankcase Capacity	0.9 gal (3.4 U.S.qts.)	4.2 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.6 gal (6.6 U.S.gals.)	7.1 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	2.98 U.S. gals.	4.0 gal

Loader Lift Height	71.0 in	84 in
Loader Breakout Force	6258 N (1407 lbs) [LA340] / 5719 N (1286 lbs) [LA340S]	2245 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	Kubota Swift-Tach (Quick attach)	Front Loader (LA535 - 2 Lever Quick Coupler (STD); Swift-tach (OPT))
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	738.5 lb (739 lbs) [LA340] / 612.9 lb (613 lbs) [LA340S]	1067 lb

Clutch	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45"	N/A
No. of Speeds	2 Range (Low-High)	3 ranges
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic transmission, High-Low gear shift (2 forward, 2 reverse)	Hydrostatic transmission
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	0 mph to 8.4 mph	11.2 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	0 mph to 6.5 mph	8.4 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Differential lock standard

Brakes	Mechanical, wet disc type	Multi-plate wet disc
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydraulic 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	Standard seat

Wheelbase	55.1 in (55.1 in.)	65.6 in
Overall Width	45.1 in (45.1 in.)	53.7 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.)	14.6 in
Height to Top of ROPS	86.2 in (86.2 in.)	88.4 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	Not Published

Kubota BX23S vs Kubota LX2610SU: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota BX23S or the Kubota LX2610SU?: The Kubota LX2610SU 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 LX2610SU?: The Kubota LX2610SU leads on pto hp at 19.5 hp hp, compared to 17.7 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota BX23S or the Kubota LX2610SU?: The Kubota LX2610SU leads on loader lift at 1,067 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 LX2610SU?: The Kubota LX2610SU leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,676 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.