Which has more horsepower, the Kubota BX23S or the Mahindra 1123 HST Cab?

The Kubota BX23S leads on engine hp at 23 hp hp, compared to 22.9 hp hp for the Mahindra 1123 HST Cab.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota BX23S or the Mahindra 1123 HST Cab?

The Kubota BX23S leads on pto hp at 17.7 hp hp, compared to 16.8 hp hp for the Mahindra 1123 HST Cab.

Which is heavier, the Kubota BX23S or the Mahindra 1123 HST Cab?

The Mahindra 1123 HST Cab leads on weight at 2,368 lb lb, compared to 1,598.3 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota BX23S or the Mahindra 1123 HST Cab?

The Mahindra 1123 HST Cab leads on loader lift at 794 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 Mahindra 1123 HST Cab?

The Mahindra 1123 HST Cab leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 771 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.

Kubota BX23S vs Mahindra 1123 HST Cab

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

Across 9 measurable specs, the Mahindra 1123 HST Cab leads 5 categories to 4. Machine pages: Kubota BX23S and Mahindra 1123 HST Cab.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota BX23S	Mahindra 1123 HST Cab
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 23 hp	22.9 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 17.7 hp	16.8 hp
Weight (lb)	1,598.3 lb	▲ 2,368 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	738.5 lb	▲ 794 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	680 lb	▲ 771 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 71 in	68 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 6,258 lbf	1,433 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	6.2 gpm	▲ 11.4 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	0 mph	▲ 7.3 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota BX23SMahindra 1123 HST Cab

Engine HPhp

▲23 hp

22.9 hp

PTO HPhp

▲17.7 hp

16.8 hp

Weightlb

1,598.3 lb

▲2,368 lb

Loader Liftlb

738.5 lb

▲794 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

680 lb

▲771 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	Mahindra1123 HST Cab


PTO Power	17.7 hp	16.8 hp
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	55 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	Four Stroke, Naturally Aspired, Indirect Injection, Water-Cooled Diesel Engine
Fuel System	Diesel fuel No.2 [above -10 ℃ (14 ℉)] Diesel fuel No.1 [below -10 ℃ (14 ℉)]	Indirect Injection
Displacement	54.8 in³	67.2 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	3000 rpm
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-Cooled
Engine Manufacturer	KUBOTA	Mitsubishi
Engine Power (Gross)	23 hp	22.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	No DPF

Tractor Weight (Base)	1,598.3 lb (1600 lbs.)	—
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Applicable
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	2368 lb

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.	7-Year Limited Powertrain Warranty

Pump Type	Hydrostatic transmission	Not Published
Steering Flow	1.0 gpm	3.8 gpm
Implement Flow	6.2 gpm (23.5 l/min.)	7.6 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.2 gpm	11.4 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center tandem pump gear type	Open Center, full-live hydraulic with position control
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	11.4 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2 (optional; ISO 7241-1 series A or B)	Single or dual
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2 valves	Not Published

PTO Rear	STD 540 rpm	540 rpm @ 2837 rpm
PTO Type	Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)	Independent Wet Clutch
Lift Control Type	Quarter-inching valve	Position Control
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,213 lbs.	Not Published
Mid-PTO Availability	STD (2500rpm)	Optional; 2500 rpm @ 2837 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	SAE Category 1	CAT I with check chains
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	680 lb	771 lb

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

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.)	6.6 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	68 in
Loader Breakout Force	6258 N (1407 lbs) [LA340] / 5719 N (1286 lbs) [LA340S]	1433 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	Kubota Swift-Tach (Quick attach)	L11: Skid-steer couplers (skid-steer style quick attach) for superfast hookups.
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	738.5 lb (739 lbs) [LA340] / 612.9 lb (613 lbs) [LA340S]	794 lb

Clutch	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45"	Not Applicable
No. of Speeds	2 Range (Low-High)	Infinite / 2 ranges
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic transmission, High-Low gear shift (2 forward, 2 reverse)	HST
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	0 mph to 8.4 mph	7.3 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	0 mph to 6.5 mph	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Not Published

Brakes	Mechanical, wet disc type	Single Pedal
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydrostatic 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.)	55.1 in
Overall Width	45.1 in (45.1 in.)	46.3 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.)	6.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS	86.2 in (86.2 in.)	Not Applicable
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	80.5 in
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	100.4 in

Kubota BX23S vs Mahindra 1123 HST Cab: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota BX23S or the Mahindra 1123 HST Cab?: The Kubota BX23S leads on engine hp at 23 hp hp, compared to 22.9 hp hp for the Mahindra 1123 HST Cab.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota BX23S or the Mahindra 1123 HST Cab?: The Kubota BX23S leads on pto hp at 17.7 hp hp, compared to 16.8 hp hp for the Mahindra 1123 HST Cab.
Which is heavier, the Kubota BX23S or the Mahindra 1123 HST Cab?: The Mahindra 1123 HST Cab leads on weight at 2,368 lb lb, compared to 1,598.3 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota BX23S or the Mahindra 1123 HST Cab?: The Mahindra 1123 HST Cab leads on loader lift at 794 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 Mahindra 1123 HST Cab?: The Mahindra 1123 HST Cab leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 771 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.