Kubota L2800 vs LS Tractor MT232H

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 LS Tractor MT232H leads 6 categories to 2. Machine pages: Kubota L2800 and LS Tractor MT232H.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota L2800	LS Tractor MT232H
Engine HP (hp)	30 hp	▲ 31.7 hp
PTO HP (hp)	25 hp	▲ 26.2 hp
Weight (lb)	2,600 lb	▲ 3,254 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,142 lb	▲ 2,063 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 1,435 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 95.3 in	94.3 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,858 lbf	▲ 3,723 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	10.5 gpm	▲ 11.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	13.7 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota L2800LS Tractor MT232H

Engine HPhp

30 hp

▲31.7 hp

PTO HPhp

25 hp

▲26.2 hp

Weightlb

2,359 lb

2,536 lb

2,600 lb

▲3,254 lb

2WD gear4WD gear4WD

Loader Liftlb

1,142 lb

▲2,063 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲1,435 lb

1,433 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaL2800	LS TractorMT232H


Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	YANMAR
Engine Model	Not Published	3TNV88C-MLST
Engine Type	Not Published	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, CRDI
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	91.5 in³	100.2 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2800 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	30 hp	31.7 hp
PTO Power	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 25 hp; HST (4WD): 23.5 hp	26.2 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 2	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry
Fuel System	Indirect injection (E-TVCS)	CRDI (common rail direct injection)
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	55 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Gear pump
Implement Flow	6.5 gpm	6.7 gpm
Steering Flow	4.0 gpm	5.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	10.5 gpm (6.5 + 4.0, computed)	11.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	11.7 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	Up to 3	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	9.0 gal	10.6 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	7.3 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4.8 qt	Not Published

PTO Type	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): transmission-driven, live-continuous running; HST (4WD): live-continuous with overrunning clutch	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	Standard (540 rpm)
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Available (option)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1998 lb	1,808 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1435 lb	1433 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	Not Published	HST
No. of Speeds	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 8F/4R; HST (4WD): 3-range	3 ranges
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 13.7 mph; HST (4WD): 14.7 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 4.9 mph; HST (4WD): 13.2 mph	Not Published
Clutch	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): dry-type single stage; HST (4WD): dry-type single stage	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)

Frame Type	Two-post ROPS (foldable ROPS optional)	Not Published
Steering	Integral type power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc type	Wet, multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	F (2WD gear): 110.6 in; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 106.5 in (w/o 3P) (without 3-point hitch)	125 in
Overall Width	51.4 in	66 in
Wheelbase	F (2WD): 63.4 in; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 63.3 in	69 in
Ground Clearance	F (2WD gear): 13.6 in; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 13.4 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	F (2WD gear): 7.9 ft; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 8.2 ft (w/brake) (with brake applied)	11.5 ft (3.5 m)
Height to Top of ROPS	85.0 in	95 in
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 gear): 2359 lb; DT (4WD gear): 2536 lb; HST (4WD): 2600 lb	3,254 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	F (2WD gear): 5-15 front, 11.2-24 rear; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 7-16 front, 11.2-24 rear	R1 agricultural, R4 industrial, R3 turf and VT (versa turf); VT same size as R4
R1 Agricultural - Front	F (2WD gear): 5-15; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 7-16	7-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	2WD: 23x8.50-12; 4WD: 25x8.50-14	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	13.6-16	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	27x8.50-15 (4WD)	27x8.50-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 R4 (4WD)	43x16.00-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	LL3003: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler
Loader Model	LA463	LL3003, LL3004
Loader Lift Height	LA463: 95.3 in	LL3003, LL3004: 94.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LA463: 1142 lb	LL3003, LL3004: 2,063 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LA463: 1858 lbf (at 19.7 in) (19.7 in forward of pivot pin)	LL3003, LL3004: 3,723 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	6-year limited powertrain warranty; 2-year bumper-to-bumper warranty

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Kubota L2800 vs LS Tractor MT232H: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L2800 or the LS Tractor MT232H?: The LS Tractor MT232H leads on engine hp at 31.7 hp hp, compared to 30 hp hp for the Kubota L2800.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L2800 or the LS Tractor MT232H?: The LS Tractor MT232H leads on pto hp at 26.2 hp hp, compared to 25 hp hp for the Kubota L2800.
Which is heavier, the Kubota L2800 or the LS Tractor MT232H?: The LS Tractor MT232H leads on weight at 3,254 lb lb, compared to 2,600 lb lb for the Kubota L2800.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L2800 or the LS Tractor MT232H?: The LS Tractor MT232H leads on loader lift at 2,063 lb lb, compared to 1,142 lb lb for the Kubota L2800.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L2800 or the LS Tractor MT232H?: The Kubota L2800 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,435 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT232H.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota L2800	LS Tractor MT232H
Engine HP (hp)	30 hp	▲ 31.7 hp
PTO HP (hp)	25 hp	▲ 26.2 hp
Weight (lb)	2,600 lb	▲ 3,254 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,142 lb	▲ 2,063 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 1,435 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 95.3 in	94.3 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,858 lbf	▲ 3,723 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	10.5 gpm	▲ 11.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	13.7 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota L2800LS Tractor MT232H

Engine HPhp

30 hp

▲31.7 hp

PTO HPhp

25 hp

▲26.2 hp

Weightlb

2,359 lb

2,536 lb

2,600 lb

▲3,254 lb

2WD gear4WD gear4WD

Loader Liftlb

1,142 lb

▲2,063 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲1,435 lb

1,433 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaL2800	LS TractorMT232H


Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	YANMAR
Engine Model	Not Published	3TNV88C-MLST
Engine Type	Not Published	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, CRDI
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	91.5 in³	100.2 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2800 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	30 hp	31.7 hp
PTO Power	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 25 hp; HST (4WD): 23.5 hp	26.2 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 2	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry
Fuel System	Indirect injection (E-TVCS)	CRDI (common rail direct injection)
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	55 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Gear pump
Implement Flow	6.5 gpm	6.7 gpm
Steering Flow	4.0 gpm	5.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	10.5 gpm (6.5 + 4.0, computed)	11.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	11.7 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	Up to 3	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	9.0 gal	10.6 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	7.3 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4.8 qt	Not Published

PTO Type	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): transmission-driven, live-continuous running; HST (4WD): live-continuous with overrunning clutch	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	Standard (540 rpm)
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Available (option)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1998 lb	1,808 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1435 lb	1433 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	Not Published	HST
No. of Speeds	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 8F/4R; HST (4WD): 3-range	3 ranges
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 13.7 mph; HST (4WD): 14.7 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 4.9 mph; HST (4WD): 13.2 mph	Not Published
Clutch	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): dry-type single stage; HST (4WD): dry-type single stage	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)

Frame Type	Two-post ROPS (foldable ROPS optional)	Not Published
Steering	Integral type power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc type	Wet, multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	F (2WD gear): 110.6 in; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 106.5 in (w/o 3P) (without 3-point hitch)	125 in
Overall Width	51.4 in	66 in
Wheelbase	F (2WD): 63.4 in; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 63.3 in	69 in
Ground Clearance	F (2WD gear): 13.6 in; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 13.4 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	F (2WD gear): 7.9 ft; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 8.2 ft (w/brake) (with brake applied)	11.5 ft (3.5 m)
Height to Top of ROPS	85.0 in	95 in
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 gear): 2359 lb; DT (4WD gear): 2536 lb; HST (4WD): 2600 lb	3,254 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	F (2WD gear): 5-15 front, 11.2-24 rear; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 7-16 front, 11.2-24 rear	R1 agricultural, R4 industrial, R3 turf and VT (versa turf); VT same size as R4
R1 Agricultural - Front	F (2WD gear): 5-15; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 7-16	7-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	2WD: 23x8.50-12; 4WD: 25x8.50-14	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	13.6-16	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	27x8.50-15 (4WD)	27x8.50-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 R4 (4WD)	43x16.00-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	LL3003: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler
Loader Model	LA463	LL3003, LL3004
Loader Lift Height	LA463: 95.3 in	LL3003, LL3004: 94.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LA463: 1142 lb	LL3003, LL3004: 2,063 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LA463: 1858 lbf (at 19.7 in) (19.7 in forward of pivot pin)	LL3003, LL3004: 3,723 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	6-year limited powertrain warranty; 2-year bumper-to-bumper warranty

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Kubota L2800 vs LS Tractor MT232H: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L2800 or the LS Tractor MT232H?

The LS Tractor MT232H leads on engine hp at 31.7 hp hp, compared to 30 hp hp for the Kubota L2800.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L2800 or the LS Tractor MT232H?

The LS Tractor MT232H leads on pto hp at 26.2 hp hp, compared to 25 hp hp for the Kubota L2800.

Which is heavier, the Kubota L2800 or the LS Tractor MT232H?

The LS Tractor MT232H leads on weight at 3,254 lb lb, compared to 2,600 lb lb for the Kubota L2800.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L2800 or the LS Tractor MT232H?

The LS Tractor MT232H leads on loader lift at 2,063 lb lb, compared to 1,142 lb lb for the Kubota L2800.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L2800 or the LS Tractor MT232H?

The Kubota L2800 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,435 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT232H.

Kubota L2800 vs LS Tractor MT232H

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