Kubota L2502DT vs LS Tractor MT226HEC

Across 7 measurable specs, the LS Tractor MT226HEC leads 6 categories to 1. Machine pages: Kubota L2502DT and LS Tractor MT226HEC.

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Full Spec Sheet

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Spec	KubotaL2502DT	LS TractorMT226HEC

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	YANMAR
Engine Model	D1703-M-DI-E4 / D1703-M-DI-E4K	3TNV88F-EPLST
Engine Type	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled 4-cycle, diesel	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, DI
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	100.5 in³	100.2 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2200 rpm	2400 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	23.3 hp	23.9 hp
PTO Power	18.4 hp	19 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry type, single element	Dry
Fuel System	Direct injection	DI (direct injection)
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	55 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Gear pump
Implement Flow	5.2 gpm	6.1 gpm
Steering Flow	3.1 gpm	4.6 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	8.28 gpm (5.15 + 3.13, computed)	10.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	8.28 gpm (5.15 + 3.13, computed)	10.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	1 pair
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.1 gal	11.4 gal
Coolant Capacity	6.3 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	6.0 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	7.5 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4.8 qt	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Transmission driven with overrunning clutch	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	Standard (540 rpm)
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Available (option)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	SAE Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1874 lb	1,808 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1389 lb	1433 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Constant mesh with synchronized shuttle	HST
No. of Speeds	8 forward, 8 reverse	3 ranges
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	10.7 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	10.7 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry type single stage	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock, pedal operated	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Integral type power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Mechanical, wet disc type	Wet, multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Suspension seat with fore/aft travel adjustment and suspension tension adjustment	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Cast-iron front axle	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	730 lb	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	108.5 in (without 3-point hitch)	125 in
Overall Width	55.1 in	66 in
Wheelbase	63.4 in	69 in
Ground Clearance	13.4 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.2 ft (with brake applied)	11.5 ft (3.5 m)
Height to Top of ROPS	91.7 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	90 in
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	2811 lb	3,609 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; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial	R1 agricultural, R4 industrial, R3 turf and VT (versa turf); VT same size as R4
R1 Agricultural - Front	7.2-16	7-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	25X8.50-14	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	13.6-16	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	27X8.50-15	27x8.50-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5	43x16.00-20
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Front Loader (LA526 - 2 Lever Quick Coupler (OPT))	LL3001, LL3002: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler
Loader Model	LA526	LL3002
Loader Lift Height	94.8 in	LL3002: 94.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1096 lb	LL3002: 1,599 lb
Loader Breakout Force	Not Published	LL3002: 2,962 lb
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	6-year limited powertrain warranty; 2-year bumper-to-bumper warranty
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Kubota L2502/L3302/L3902 HD Brush Guard Insert $269.00	None tagged yet

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Kubota L2502DT vs LS Tractor MT226HEC: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L2502DT or the LS Tractor MT226HEC?

The LS Tractor MT226HEC leads on engine hp at 23.9 hp hp, compared to 23.3 hp hp for the Kubota L2502DT.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L2502DT or the LS Tractor MT226HEC?

The LS Tractor MT226HEC leads on pto hp at 19 hp hp, compared to 18.4 hp hp for the Kubota L2502DT.

Which is heavier, the Kubota L2502DT or the LS Tractor MT226HEC?

The LS Tractor MT226HEC leads on weight at 3,609 lb lb, compared to 2,811 lb lb for the Kubota L2502DT.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L2502DT or the LS Tractor MT226HEC?

The LS Tractor MT226HEC leads on loader lift at 1,599 lb lb, compared to 1,096 lb lb for the Kubota L2502DT.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L2502DT or the LS Tractor MT226HEC?

The LS Tractor MT226HEC leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,433 lb lb, compared to 1,389 lb lb for the Kubota L2502DT.

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