Kubota L2550 vs Mahindra Max 28XL

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 L2550 leads 4 categories to 3 (1 tied). Machine pages: Kubota L2550 and Mahindra Max 28XL.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota L2550	Mahindra Max 28XL
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 29.5 hp	28 hp
PTO HP (hp)	23.5 hp	23.5 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 2,250 lb	1,863 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	992 lb	▲ 1,402 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,810 lb	▲ 2,205 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 95 in	82.7 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,863 lbf	▲ 2,690 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 6.7 gpm	4.6 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	13.5 mph	n/a

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Kubota L2550Mahindra Max 28XL

Engine HPhp

▲29.5 hp

28 hp

PTO HPhp

▲23.5 hp

22 hp

ShuttleHST

Weightlb

▲2,250 lb

1,819 lb

1,863 lb

ShuttleHST

Loader Liftlb

882 lb

992 lb

▲1,402 lb

BF400GLA450A

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,810 lb

▲2,205 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaL2550	MahindraMax 28XL


Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Mitsubishi
Engine Model	F (2WD), DT (4WD): D1402-DI-A; GST (4WD): D1402-DI-AE	S3L2
Engine Type	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel	Four stroke, indirect injection water-cooled, diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	85.1 in³	80.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	29.5 hp	28 hp
PTO Power	23.5 hp	Shuttle: 23.5 hp; HST: 22 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled, pressurized radiator	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Paper element	Not Published
Fuel System	Direct injection	Direct injection
Alternator	35 A, 12 V	50 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	6.7 gpm	4.6 gpm
Steering Flow	2.8 gpm	2.7 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center, full live hydraulic with position control
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	1 spool optional

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.7 gal	6.1 gal
Coolant Capacity	4.9 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	6.0 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 7.5 gal; GST (4WD): 7.1 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	6.8 qt (4WD)	Not Published

PTO Type	Continuous running (live PTO with dual clutch if equipped)	Trans
PTO Rear	540/1000 rpm	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional mid-PTO, 1080/2000 rpm (USA No. 5, Kubota 10-tooth)	Optional, 2000 rpm @ 2526 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category 1, with check chains
Hitch Lift Capacity	2425 lb	2205 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1810 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control (draft control optional)	Position control

Transmission Type	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Mechanical shuttle, 8F/8R; GST (4WD): Glide Shift Transmission, 8F/8R	Constant mesh on gear shift and synchro mesh on F/R shuttle
No. of Speeds	8F/8R	Infinite
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 13.5 mph; GST (4WD): 13.3 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 12.2 mph; GST (4WD): 11.9 mph	Not Published
Clutch	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Dry single plate or two plate (live PTO if equipped); GST (4WD): Dry single plate	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock (bevel gear differential)	Not Published

Frame Type	Two-post ROPS	Not Published
Steering	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Recirculating ball manual steering or integral power steering (if equipped); GST (4WD): Integral type power steering	Hydrostatic Power
Brakes	Wet disc type	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	1100 lb	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	109.1 in (w/o 3P) (without 3-point hitch)	109.3 in
Overall Width	51.4 in	54.3 in
Wheelbase	64.6 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	F (2WD): 14.6 in; DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 13.6 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	7.5 ft	6.6 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	79.9 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	F (2WD): 2250 lb; DT (4WD): 2470 lb; GST (4WD): 2557 lb	Shuttle: 1819 lb; HST: 1863 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Ag: 5.00-15 (2WD) or 7-16 (4WD) front, 11.2-24 rear	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	F (2WD): 5.00-15; DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 7-16	7x12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	9.5x16
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	23x8.5-12
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	33x12.5-16.5
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	23x8.5-12
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	12x16.5

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Skid-steer style loader couplers
Loader Model	BF400G; LA450A	ML205 (named by both Mahindra spec sheets; a US listing calls the same loader the ML202)
Loader Lift Height	BF400G: 93.7 in; LA450A: 95 in	ML205: 82.7 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	BF400G: 882 lb; LA450A: 992 lb	ML205: 1402 lb
Loader Breakout Force	BF400G: 1654 lbf; LA450A: 1863 lbf	ML205: 2690 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	Not Published

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Kubota L2550 vs Mahindra Max 28XL: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L2550 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?: The Kubota L2550 leads on engine hp at 29.5 hp hp, compared to 28 hp hp for the Mahindra Max 28XL.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L2550 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 23.5 hp hp for pto hp.
Which is heavier, the Kubota L2550 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?: The Kubota L2550 leads on weight at 2,250 lb lb, compared to 1,863 lb lb for the Mahindra Max 28XL.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L2550 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?: The Mahindra Max 28XL leads on loader lift at 1,402 lb lb, compared to 992 lb lb for the Kubota L2550.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L2550 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?: The Mahindra Max 28XL leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,205 lb lb, compared to 1,810 lb lb for the Kubota L2550.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota L2550	Mahindra Max 28XL
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 29.5 hp	28 hp
PTO HP (hp)	23.5 hp	23.5 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 2,250 lb	1,863 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	992 lb	▲ 1,402 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,810 lb	▲ 2,205 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 95 in	82.7 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,863 lbf	▲ 2,690 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 6.7 gpm	4.6 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	13.5 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota L2550Mahindra Max 28XL

Engine HPhp

▲29.5 hp

28 hp

PTO HPhp

▲23.5 hp

22 hp

ShuttleHST

Weightlb

▲2,250 lb

1,819 lb

1,863 lb

ShuttleHST

Loader Liftlb

882 lb

992 lb

▲1,402 lb

BF400GLA450A

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,810 lb

▲2,205 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaL2550	MahindraMax 28XL


Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Mitsubishi
Engine Model	F (2WD), DT (4WD): D1402-DI-A; GST (4WD): D1402-DI-AE	S3L2
Engine Type	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel	Four stroke, indirect injection water-cooled, diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	85.1 in³	80.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	29.5 hp	28 hp
PTO Power	23.5 hp	Shuttle: 23.5 hp; HST: 22 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled, pressurized radiator	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Paper element	Not Published
Fuel System	Direct injection	Direct injection
Alternator	35 A, 12 V	50 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	6.7 gpm	4.6 gpm
Steering Flow	2.8 gpm	2.7 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center, full live hydraulic with position control
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	1 spool optional

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.7 gal	6.1 gal
Coolant Capacity	4.9 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	6.0 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 7.5 gal; GST (4WD): 7.1 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	6.8 qt (4WD)	Not Published

PTO Type	Continuous running (live PTO with dual clutch if equipped)	Trans
PTO Rear	540/1000 rpm	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional mid-PTO, 1080/2000 rpm (USA No. 5, Kubota 10-tooth)	Optional, 2000 rpm @ 2526 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category 1, with check chains
Hitch Lift Capacity	2425 lb	2205 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1810 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control (draft control optional)	Position control

Transmission Type	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Mechanical shuttle, 8F/8R; GST (4WD): Glide Shift Transmission, 8F/8R	Constant mesh on gear shift and synchro mesh on F/R shuttle
No. of Speeds	8F/8R	Infinite
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 13.5 mph; GST (4WD): 13.3 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 12.2 mph; GST (4WD): 11.9 mph	Not Published
Clutch	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Dry single plate or two plate (live PTO if equipped); GST (4WD): Dry single plate	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock (bevel gear differential)	Not Published

Frame Type	Two-post ROPS	Not Published
Steering	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Recirculating ball manual steering or integral power steering (if equipped); GST (4WD): Integral type power steering	Hydrostatic Power
Brakes	Wet disc type	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	1100 lb	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	109.1 in (w/o 3P) (without 3-point hitch)	109.3 in
Overall Width	51.4 in	54.3 in
Wheelbase	64.6 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	F (2WD): 14.6 in; DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 13.6 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	7.5 ft	6.6 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	79.9 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	F (2WD): 2250 lb; DT (4WD): 2470 lb; GST (4WD): 2557 lb	Shuttle: 1819 lb; HST: 1863 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Ag: 5.00-15 (2WD) or 7-16 (4WD) front, 11.2-24 rear	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	F (2WD): 5.00-15; DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 7-16	7x12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	9.5x16
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	23x8.5-12
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	33x12.5-16.5
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	23x8.5-12
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	12x16.5

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Skid-steer style loader couplers
Loader Model	BF400G; LA450A	ML205 (named by both Mahindra spec sheets; a US listing calls the same loader the ML202)
Loader Lift Height	BF400G: 93.7 in; LA450A: 95 in	ML205: 82.7 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	BF400G: 882 lb; LA450A: 992 lb	ML205: 1402 lb
Loader Breakout Force	BF400G: 1654 lbf; LA450A: 1863 lbf	ML205: 2690 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	Not Published

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Kubota L2550 vs Mahindra Max 28XL: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L2550 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?

The Kubota L2550 leads on engine hp at 29.5 hp hp, compared to 28 hp hp for the Mahindra Max 28XL.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L2550 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 23.5 hp hp for pto hp.

Which is heavier, the Kubota L2550 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?

The Kubota L2550 leads on weight at 2,250 lb lb, compared to 1,863 lb lb for the Mahindra Max 28XL.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L2550 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?

The Mahindra Max 28XL leads on loader lift at 1,402 lb lb, compared to 992 lb lb for the Kubota L2550.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L2550 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?

The Mahindra Max 28XL leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,205 lb lb, compared to 1,810 lb lb for the Kubota L2550.

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