Kubota L2501 vs Kubota L3901

Across 9 measurable specs, the Kubota L3901 leads 8 categories to 0 (1 tied). Machine pages: Kubota L2501 and Kubota L3901.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaL2501	KubotaL3901

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Kubota
Engine Model	D1703-M-DI-E4	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): D1803-CR-E4-LB3; HST (4WD): D1803-CR-E4-LB4
Engine Type	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel	3-cylinder, multi-valve, naturally aspirated, common-rail, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	100.47 in³	111.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2200 rpm	2700 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	24.8 hp	37.5 hp
PTO Power	19 hp	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 32.1 hp; HST (4WD): 30.6 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled, water with pressurized radiator
Air Cleaner	Dry paper single element (dual optional)	Dry paper single element
Fuel System	Direct injection	Common-rail, direct injection, electronic control
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	40 A
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Open center tandem pump, gear type	Open center tandem pump, gear type
Implement Flow	5.15 gpm	6.3 gpm
Steering Flow	3.11 gpm	3.8 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	8.26 gpm	10.1 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	8.26 gpm	10.1 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 3: self-canceling detent valve or float detent valve	Up to 3: self-canceling detent valve or float detent valve
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	10.0 gal	11.1 gal
Coolant Capacity	6.3 qt	6.3 qt
Crankcase Capacity	6.0 qt	7.1 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	HST (4WD): 6.2 gal; DT (2WD): 7.1 gal; DT (4WD): 7.3 gal	F (2WD gear): 7.4 gal; DT (4WD gear): 7.5 gal; HST (4WD): 6.2 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	6.9 qt	4.8 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Transmission driven with overrunning clutch; HST (4WD): Live-continuous running	Live-continuous running
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	No mid-PTO offered	No mid-PTO offered
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,918 lb	1,874 lb (at lift points)
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,389 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic transmission (3-range)	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): synchronized shuttle, 8F/8R; HST (4WD): hydrostatic, 3-range
No. of Speeds	3-range	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 8F/8R; HST (4WD): 3-range
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	11.5 mph	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 13.2 mph; HST (4WD): 14.1 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	10.3 mph	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 13.1 mph; HST (4WD): 12.7 mph
Clutch	Not Published	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): dry type single stage
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Rear differential lock standard
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Two-post foldable ROPS (factory certified) with retractable seat belt
Steering	Integral type power steering	Integral power steering
Brakes	Wet disc type	Mechanical wet disc type, pedals can be locked together
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Suspension seat with fore/aft travel adjustment and suspension tension adjustment	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing	F (2WD gear): tubular steel, non-adjustable tread spacing; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): bevel-gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing
Front Axle Rating	2,865 lb (4WD, at 43.1 in tread)	2,865 lb (at 41.3 in tread, 2WD and 4WD models)
Drawbar Capacity	730 lb	730 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Width	55.1 in	55.1 in
Wheelbase	63.3 in	63.3 in
Ground Clearance	13.4 in	F (2WD gear): 13.6 in; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 13.5 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.2 ft (with brake applied)	F (2WD gear): 8.9 ft; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 10.5 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	91.7 in	97.1 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Length	106.3 in (without 3-point hitch)	F (2WD gear): 119.1 in; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 116.3 in (with 3-point hitch)
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	2,623 lb	F (2WD gear): 2,557 lb; DT (4WD gear): 2,734 lb; HST (4WD): 2,778 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural; R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural (standard); R3 Turf; R4 Industrial (4WD)
R1 Agricultural - Front	7.2-16	F (2WD gear): 5-15 (7.5L-15 optional); DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 7.2-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	F (2WD gear): 23x8.5-12; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 25x8.5-14
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	13.6-16
R4 Industrial - Front	27X8.50-15	27x8.5-15 (4WD)
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5	15-19.5 (4WD)
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Front Loader (LA525 - 2 Lever Quick Coupler)	LA525: 2-lever quick coupler, tool-free attach and detach
Loader Model	LA525	LA525
Loader Lift Height	94.3 in (at pivot pin)	LA525: 94.3 in (at pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,082 lb (at pivot pin)	LA525: 1,131 lb (at pivot pin)
Loader Breakout Force	2,373 lbf (at pivot pin)	LA525: 2,462 lbf (bucket pivot pin)
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Residential: basic 24 months or 1,500 hours, powertrain 72 months or 2,000 hours; commercial: basic 24 months or 1,500 hours, powertrain 36 months or 2,000 hours	24 months or 1500 hours (general)
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Kubota Standard L & MX Series Brush Guard Insert Kit $269.00	None tagged yet

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Kubota L2501 vs Kubota L3901: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L2501 or the Kubota L3901?

The Kubota L3901 leads on engine hp at 37.5 hp hp, compared to 24.8 hp hp for the Kubota L2501.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L2501 or the Kubota L3901?

The Kubota L3901 leads on pto hp at 32.1 hp hp, compared to 19 hp hp for the Kubota L2501.

Which is heavier, the Kubota L2501 or the Kubota L3901?

The Kubota L3901 leads on weight at 2,778 lb lb, compared to 2,623 lb lb for the Kubota L2501.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L2501 or the Kubota L3901?

The Kubota L3901 leads on loader lift at 1,131 lb lb, compared to 1,082 lb lb for the Kubota L2501.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L2501 or the Kubota L3901?

The Kubota L3901 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,433 lb lb, compared to 1,389 lb lb for the Kubota L2501.

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