Kubota L3301 vs Massey Ferguson 1533

Every published spec for both machines, side by side. The verdict below is computed straight from the spec sheets, not opinion.

Across 7 measurable specs, the Massey Ferguson 1533 leads 5 categories to 1 (1 tied). Machine pages: Kubota L3301 and Massey Ferguson 1533.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota L3301	Massey Ferguson 1533
Engine HP (hp)	33 hp	33 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 27.7 hp	26 hp
Weight (lb)	2,778 lb	▲ 3,384 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,131 lb	▲ 1,900 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	▲ 2,800 lb
Lift Height (in)	94.3 in	▲ 102 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,462 lbf	n/a
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	10.1 gpm	▲ 15.1 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	13.2 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota L3301Massey Ferguson 1533

Engine HPhp

▲33 hp

PTO HPhp

▲27.7 hp

26 hp

24.5 hp

GearHST

Weightlb

2,557 lb

2,734 lb

2,778 lb

3,025 lb

▲3,384 lb

2WD gear4WD gear4WDPlatformCab

Loader Liftlb

1,131 lb

▲1,900 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,433 lb

▲2,800 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaL3301	Massey Ferguson1533


Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Iseki
Engine Model	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): D1803-CR-E4-LB1; HST (4WD): D1803-CR-E4-LB2	Not Published
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 3-cylinder, 4-cycle, multi-valve diesel, naturally aspirated, common rail direct injection	3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	111.4 in³	91.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2700 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	33 hp	33 hp
PTO Power	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 27.7 hp; HST (4WD): 26.2 hp	Gear: 26 hp; HST: 24.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled, water with pressurized radiator	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry paper single element	Dry
Fuel System	Common rail (CRS) direct injection, electronic fuel injection	Not Published
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Open center tandem pump, gear type	Not Published
Implement Flow	6.3 gpm	9.1 gpm
Steering Flow	3.8 gpm	SynchroShuttle: 4.9 gpm; HST and PowerShuttle: 6 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	10.1 gpm	SynchroShuttle: 14.0 gpm; HST and PowerShuttle: 15.1 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	10.1 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	9.1 gpm
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 options)	2 spool optional

Fuel Tank Capacity	11.1 gal	10.6 gal
Coolant Capacity	6.3 qt	7.1 qt
Crankcase Capacity	7.1 qt	5 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	F (2WD gear): 7.4 gal; DT (4WD gear): 7.5 gal; HST (4WD): 6.2 gal	32.8 qt
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4.8 qt	7.9 qt

PTO Type	Live independent PTO with hydraulic clutch	Independent, electro-hydraulic control
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	No mid-PTO offered	Optional, 2000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1998 lb	2,800 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1433 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control with rate of drop control

Transmission Type	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): Synchronized shuttle gear transmission, 8F/8R; HST (4WD): Hydrostatic transmission, 3-range	8x8 SynchroShuttle (platform only), 12x12 PowerShuttle, or 3-range hydrostatic with cruise (platform only)
No. of Speeds	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 8F/8R; HST (4WD): 3-range	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 13.2 mph; HST (4WD): 14.1 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 13.1 mph; HST (4WD): 12.7 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry type single stage	Wet multi-disc (PowerShuttle)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Not Published

Frame Type	Two-post foldable ROPS (factory certified) with retractable seat belt	Semi-flat isolated platform, folding ROPS
Steering	Integral power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Mechanical wet disc type, pedals can be locked together	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Adjustable suspension seat with retractable seat belt and adjustable armrest
Front Axle Type	F (2WD gear): Tubular steel, non-adjustable tread spacing; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing	4WD front axle, push-pull engagement lever
Front Axle Rating	2865 lb (at 41.3 in tread, 2WD and 4WD models)	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	730 lb	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	F (2WD gear): 119.1 in; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 116.3 in	121.0 in
Overall Width	55.1 in	62.0 in
Wheelbase	63.3 in	70.0 in
Ground Clearance	F (2WD gear): 13.6 in; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 13.5 in	14.0 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	F (2WD gear): 8.9 ft; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 10.5 ft	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	91.7 in	87.4 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): 2557 lb; DT (4WD gear): 2734 lb; HST (4WD): 2778 lb	Platform: 3,025 lb; Cab: 3,384 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural (standard); R3 Turf; R4 Industrial (4WD)	Ag: 8-16 front, 12.4-24 rear (13.6-24 optional); turf: 27x8.50-15 front, 41x14.00-20 rear (LSW305 R343 / LSW610 R470 optional); industrial: 10-16.5 front, 14.9-24 rear (also 25x8.5-14 front, 15x19.5 rear)
R1 Agricultural - Front	F (2WD gear): 5-15 (7.5L-15 optional); DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 7.2-16	8-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	12.4-24 (13.6-24 optional)
R3 Turf - Front	F (2WD gear): 23x8.5-12; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 25x8.5-14	27x8.50-15 (LSW305 R343 optional)
R3 Turf - Rear	13.6-16	41x14.00-20 (LSW610 R470 optional)
R4 Industrial - Front	27x8.5-15 (4WD)	10-16.5 or 25x8.5-14
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 (4WD)	14.9-24 or 15x19.5

Quick Attach Loader System	LA525: 2-Lever Quick Coupler, no tools required to attach and detach loader	DL120: pin-type or skid-steer quick attach
Loader Model	LA525	DL120
Loader Lift Height	LA525: 94.3 in	DL120: 102 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LA525: 1131 lb	DL120: 1,900 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LA525: 2462 lbf	Not Published

Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months or 1500 hours (general)	2-year/2,000-hour all-inclusive; 3-year/2,000-hour engine and powertrain

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Kubota L3301 vs Massey Ferguson 1533: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L3301 or the Massey Ferguson 1533?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 33 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L3301 or the Massey Ferguson 1533?: The Kubota L3301 leads on pto hp at 27.7 hp hp, compared to 26 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 1533.
Which is heavier, the Kubota L3301 or the Massey Ferguson 1533?: The Massey Ferguson 1533 leads on weight at 3,384 lb lb, compared to 2,778 lb lb for the Kubota L3301.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L3301 or the Massey Ferguson 1533?: The Massey Ferguson 1533 leads on loader lift at 1,900 lb lb, compared to 1,131 lb lb for the Kubota L3301.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L3301 or the Massey Ferguson 1533?: The Massey Ferguson 1533 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,800 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the Kubota L3301.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota L3301	Massey Ferguson 1533
Engine HP (hp)	33 hp	33 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 27.7 hp	26 hp
Weight (lb)	2,778 lb	▲ 3,384 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,131 lb	▲ 1,900 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	▲ 2,800 lb
Lift Height (in)	94.3 in	▲ 102 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,462 lbf	n/a
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	10.1 gpm	▲ 15.1 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	13.2 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota L3301Massey Ferguson 1533

Engine HPhp

▲33 hp

PTO HPhp

▲27.7 hp

26 hp

24.5 hp

GearHST

Weightlb

2,557 lb

2,734 lb

2,778 lb

3,025 lb

▲3,384 lb

2WD gear4WD gear4WDPlatformCab

Loader Liftlb

1,131 lb

▲1,900 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,433 lb

▲2,800 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaL3301	Massey Ferguson1533


Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Iseki
Engine Model	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): D1803-CR-E4-LB1; HST (4WD): D1803-CR-E4-LB2	Not Published
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 3-cylinder, 4-cycle, multi-valve diesel, naturally aspirated, common rail direct injection	3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	111.4 in³	91.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2700 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	33 hp	33 hp
PTO Power	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 27.7 hp; HST (4WD): 26.2 hp	Gear: 26 hp; HST: 24.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled, water with pressurized radiator	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry paper single element	Dry
Fuel System	Common rail (CRS) direct injection, electronic fuel injection	Not Published
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Open center tandem pump, gear type	Not Published
Implement Flow	6.3 gpm	9.1 gpm
Steering Flow	3.8 gpm	SynchroShuttle: 4.9 gpm; HST and PowerShuttle: 6 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	10.1 gpm	SynchroShuttle: 14.0 gpm; HST and PowerShuttle: 15.1 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	10.1 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	9.1 gpm
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 options)	2 spool optional

Fuel Tank Capacity	11.1 gal	10.6 gal
Coolant Capacity	6.3 qt	7.1 qt
Crankcase Capacity	7.1 qt	5 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	F (2WD gear): 7.4 gal; DT (4WD gear): 7.5 gal; HST (4WD): 6.2 gal	32.8 qt
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4.8 qt	7.9 qt

PTO Type	Live independent PTO with hydraulic clutch	Independent, electro-hydraulic control
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	No mid-PTO offered	Optional, 2000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1998 lb	2,800 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1433 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control with rate of drop control

Transmission Type	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): Synchronized shuttle gear transmission, 8F/8R; HST (4WD): Hydrostatic transmission, 3-range	8x8 SynchroShuttle (platform only), 12x12 PowerShuttle, or 3-range hydrostatic with cruise (platform only)
No. of Speeds	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 8F/8R; HST (4WD): 3-range	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 13.2 mph; HST (4WD): 14.1 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	F (2WD gear), DT (4WD gear): 13.1 mph; HST (4WD): 12.7 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry type single stage	Wet multi-disc (PowerShuttle)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard	Not Published

Frame Type	Two-post foldable ROPS (factory certified) with retractable seat belt	Semi-flat isolated platform, folding ROPS
Steering	Integral power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Mechanical wet disc type, pedals can be locked together	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Adjustable suspension seat with retractable seat belt and adjustable armrest
Front Axle Type	F (2WD gear): Tubular steel, non-adjustable tread spacing; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing	4WD front axle, push-pull engagement lever
Front Axle Rating	2865 lb (at 41.3 in tread, 2WD and 4WD models)	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	730 lb	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	F (2WD gear): 119.1 in; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 116.3 in	121.0 in
Overall Width	55.1 in	62.0 in
Wheelbase	63.3 in	70.0 in
Ground Clearance	F (2WD gear): 13.6 in; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 13.5 in	14.0 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	F (2WD gear): 8.9 ft; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 10.5 ft	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	91.7 in	87.4 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): 2557 lb; DT (4WD gear): 2734 lb; HST (4WD): 2778 lb	Platform: 3,025 lb; Cab: 3,384 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural (standard); R3 Turf; R4 Industrial (4WD)	Ag: 8-16 front, 12.4-24 rear (13.6-24 optional); turf: 27x8.50-15 front, 41x14.00-20 rear (LSW305 R343 / LSW610 R470 optional); industrial: 10-16.5 front, 14.9-24 rear (also 25x8.5-14 front, 15x19.5 rear)
R1 Agricultural - Front	F (2WD gear): 5-15 (7.5L-15 optional); DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 7.2-16	8-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	12.4-24 (13.6-24 optional)
R3 Turf - Front	F (2WD gear): 23x8.5-12; DT (4WD gear), HST (4WD): 25x8.5-14	27x8.50-15 (LSW305 R343 optional)
R3 Turf - Rear	13.6-16	41x14.00-20 (LSW610 R470 optional)
R4 Industrial - Front	27x8.5-15 (4WD)	10-16.5 or 25x8.5-14
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 (4WD)	14.9-24 or 15x19.5

Quick Attach Loader System	LA525: 2-Lever Quick Coupler, no tools required to attach and detach loader	DL120: pin-type or skid-steer quick attach
Loader Model	LA525	DL120
Loader Lift Height	LA525: 94.3 in	DL120: 102 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LA525: 1131 lb	DL120: 1,900 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LA525: 2462 lbf	Not Published

Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months or 1500 hours (general)	2-year/2,000-hour all-inclusive; 3-year/2,000-hour engine and powertrain

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Kubota L3301 vs Massey Ferguson 1533: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L3301 or the Massey Ferguson 1533?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 33 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L3301 or the Massey Ferguson 1533?

The Kubota L3301 leads on pto hp at 27.7 hp hp, compared to 26 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 1533.

Which is heavier, the Kubota L3301 or the Massey Ferguson 1533?

The Massey Ferguson 1533 leads on weight at 3,384 lb lb, compared to 2,778 lb lb for the Kubota L3301.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L3301 or the Massey Ferguson 1533?

The Massey Ferguson 1533 leads on loader lift at 1,900 lb lb, compared to 1,131 lb lb for the Kubota L3301.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L3301 or the Massey Ferguson 1533?

The Massey Ferguson 1533 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,800 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the Kubota L3301.

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