Kubota L4060DT vs LS Tractor MT342

Across 8 measurable specs, the LS Tractor MT342 leads 4 categories to 3 (1 tied). Machine pages: Kubota L4060DT and LS Tractor MT342.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaL4060DT	LS TractorMT342

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	LS Mtron
Engine Model	V2403-CR-E4-GL2	L3C19-T
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-cycle multi valve, diesel, Naturally Aspirated	3 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, Diesel, TC, CRDI
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	148.5 in³	114.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	42 hp	42 hp
PTO Power	32.5 hp	35.7 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry paper, dual element	Dry
Fuel System	Electronic CRS (Common Rail System)	Common rail direct injection (CRDI)
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	70 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Tandem pump - gear type	Not Published
Implement Flow	9.4 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	4.7 gpm	4.1 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	14.1 gpm	12.3 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	14.1 gpm	12.3 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	None standard (up to 3 optional)	2 Pair (1 Detent, 1 STD)
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Optional, up to 3 (double-acting valve or float detent valve options, any position)	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 gal	10.6 gal
Coolant Capacity	7.9 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	8.7 qt	6.2 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	11.4 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	6.9 qt	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Live independent (hydraulic clutch)	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2476 engine rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional	Optional (2,000 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	SAE Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,858 lb	2,755 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,756 lb	2,469 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position & Draft
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic	Synchro shuttle
No. of Speeds	3-Range, 6 speeds (H-DS), infinitely variable in each	F16 x R16
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	16.8 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	15.1 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock, standard	Mechanical rear differential lock
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering
Brakes	Wet disc type, mechanically activated	Wet, Multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat with swivel (standard); Air-Ride seat (optional)	Not Published
Front Axle Type	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing	Mechanical front-wheel drive (4WD)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	1,433 lb	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	129.5 in	133 in
Overall Width	66.5 in	62.5 in
Wheelbase	74.6 in	73.2 in
Ground Clearance	14.2 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.9 ft (with brake applied)	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	97.6 in	95 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	3737 lb	3,869 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, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	8.3-16	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	14.9-24	13.6-24
R3 Turf - Front	27X10.50LL-15	28x8.5-15
R3 Turf - Rear	41X18LL-16.1	41x14-20
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	12-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	17.5L-24
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Mechanical 2-Lever Quick Coupler (standard); Hydraulic 2-Lever Quick Coupler (optional); Single Lever Hose Quick Coupler (optional)	LL4106, LL4001: 2 lever skid steer coupler (universal skid steer attachments)
Loader Model	LA805	LL4106; LL4001
Loader Lift Height	104.7 in	LL4106: 94.4 in; LL4001: 104.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1715 lb	LL4106: 2,680 lb; LL4001: 2,998 lb
Loader Breakout Force	2549 lb (19.7 in forward of pivot pin)	LL4106: 4,063 lb; LL4001: 4,295 lb
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Non-Commercial Home & Residential Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 72 months or 2000 hours. Commercial Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 36 months or 2000 hours.	6-year limited powertrain warranty
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Kubota Grand L60 Series Brush Guard Insert (L3560-L6060) $289.00	None tagged yet

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Kubota L4060DT vs LS Tractor MT342: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L4060DT or the LS Tractor MT342?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 42 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L4060DT or the LS Tractor MT342?

The LS Tractor MT342 leads on pto hp at 35.7 hp hp, compared to 32.5 hp hp for the Kubota L4060DT.

Which is heavier, the Kubota L4060DT or the LS Tractor MT342?

The LS Tractor MT342 leads on weight at 3,869 lb lb, compared to 3,737 lb lb for the Kubota L4060DT.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L4060DT or the LS Tractor MT342?

The LS Tractor MT342 leads on loader lift at 2,998 lb lb, compared to 1,715 lb lb for the Kubota L4060DT.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L4060DT or the LS Tractor MT342?

The Kubota L4060DT leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,756 lb lb, compared to 2,469 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT342.

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