Which has more horsepower, the Kubota BX23S or the TYM T254?

The TYM T254 leads on engine hp at 23.9 hp hp, compared to 23 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota BX23S or the TYM T254?

The TYM T254 leads on pto hp at 18.8 hp hp, compared to 17.7 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota BX23S or the TYM T254?

The TYM T254 leads on loader lift at 948 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 TYM T254?

The TYM T254 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,101 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.

Kubota BX23S vs TYM T254

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 TYM T254 leads 7 categories to 1. Machine pages: Kubota BX23S and TYM T254.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota BX23S	TYM T254
Engine HP (hp)	23 hp	▲ 23.9 hp
PTO HP (hp)	17.7 hp	▲ 18.8 hp
Weight (lb)	1,598.3 lb	—
Loader Lift (lb)	738.5 lb	▲ 948 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	680 lb	▲ 1,101 lb
Lift Height (in)	71 in	▲ 75 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 6,258 lbf	1,680 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	6.2 gpm	▲ 6.9 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	0 mph	▲ 11 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota BX23STYM T254

Engine HPhp

23 hp

▲23.9 hp

PTO HPhp

17.7 hp

▲18.8 hp

Weightlb

1,598.3 lb

—

Loader Liftlb

738.5 lb

▲948 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

680 lb

▲1,101 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	TYMT254


PTO Power	17.7 hp	18.8 hp
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	40 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Sheet net and replaceable treated paper element, spin on oil filter	Single dry
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-cycle diesel	3-cylinder, naturally aspirated diesel
Fuel System	Diesel fuel No.2 [above -10 ℃ (14 ℉)] Diesel fuel No.1 [below -10 ℃ (14 ℉)]	IDI
Displacement	54.8 in³	77.3 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	3000 rpm
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	KUBOTA	Yanmar
Engine Power (Gross)	23 hp	23.9 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 Published

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.	Up to 2 years or until the 2,000 hours mark, bumper-to-bumper warranty; 3000 hours maximum coverage period for parts and labour on drivetrains or powertrains; 12-months warranty period for implements, including loaders and backhoes.

Pump Type	Hydrostatic transmission	Single gear pump
Steering Flow	1.0 gpm	2.8 gpm
Implement Flow	6.2 gpm (23.5 l/min.)	4.2 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.2 gpm	6.9 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	6.9 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2 (optional; ISO 7241-1 series A or B)	1
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2 valves	0

PTO Rear	STD 540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)	Independent
Lift Control Type	Quarter-inching valve	Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,213 lbs.	1,214 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	STD (2500rpm)	Available
Category, 3-Point Hitch	SAE Category 1	Category I (Narrow)
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	680 lb	1,101 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	26×12-12	29x12.50-15
R3 Turf - Front	18×8.5-10	20x8.00-10
Tire Size & Options	Front Turf/Industrial: 18×8.5-10; Rear Turf/Industrial: 26×12-12; Bar tire N/A	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial; R4 Lg Industrial (optional)
R4 Industrial - Rear	26×12-12	27x12.5-15; 12-16.5
R4 Industrial - Front	18×8.5-10	20x8.00-10; 23x8.50-12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Applicable	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Applicable	6.0-12

Coolant Capacity	0.8 gal (3.3 U.S.qts.)	3.8 qt
Crankcase Capacity	0.9 gal (3.4 U.S.qts.)	2.9 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.6 gal (6.6 U.S.gals.)	5.8 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	3.7 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	2.98 U.S. gals.	3.7 gal

Loader Lift Height	71.0 in	75 in
Loader Breakout Force	6258 N (1407 lbs) [LA340] / 5719 N (1286 lbs) [LA340S]	1,680 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	Kubota Swift-Tach (Quick attach)	TX25P: Quick attach mechanism
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	738.5 lb (739 lbs) [LA340] / 612.9 lb (613 lbs) [LA340S]	948 lb

Clutch	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45"	Not applicable
No. of Speeds	2 Range (Low-High)	Infinite 2-Range
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic transmission, High-Low gear shift (2 forward, 2 reverse)	HST
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	0 mph to 8.4 mph	11.0 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	0 mph to 6.5 mph	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Differential lock

Brakes	Mechanical, wet disc type	Wet disc
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydrostatic
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	Ergonomic seating

Wheelbase	55.1 in (55.1 in.)	57.5 in
Overall Width	45.1 in (45.1 in.)	45.8 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.)	9.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS	86.2 in (86.2 in.)	91.3 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	7.5 feet	100 in
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	99.0 in. w/3-Pt., w/ Front guard	100.5 in

Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection RK24/T254 /BRANSON 2505/EMAX 25 Skid Plate $89.99

Kubota BX23S vs TYM T254: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota BX23S or the TYM T254?: The TYM T254 leads on engine hp at 23.9 hp hp, compared to 23 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota BX23S or the TYM T254?: The TYM T254 leads on pto hp at 18.8 hp hp, compared to 17.7 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota BX23S or the TYM T254?: The TYM T254 leads on loader lift at 948 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 TYM T254?: The TYM T254 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,101 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.