Kubota L4060GST vs LS Tractor MT242HC

Across 8 measurable specs, the LS Tractor MT242HC leads 5 categories to 3. Machine pages: Kubota L4060GST and LS Tractor MT242HC.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaL4060GST	LS TractorMT242HC

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	YANMAR
Engine Model	V2403-CR-E4-GL1	4TNV88C-MLST
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-cycle multi valve, diesel, Naturally Aspirated	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, CRDI
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	148.5 in³	133.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	42 hp	42.5 hp
PTO Power	32.5 hp	34.8 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)	CRDI (common rail direct injection)
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	55 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Tandem pump - gear type	Gear pump
Implement Flow	9.4 gpm	6.7 gpm
Steering Flow	4.7 gpm	5.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	14.1 gpm	11.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	14.1 gpm	11.7 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)	1 pair
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	11.4 gal
Coolant Capacity	7.9 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	8.7 qt	Not Published
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	Standard (540 rpm)
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional	Available (option)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	SAE Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,858 lb	1,808 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,756 lb	1433 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic	HST
No. of Speeds	3-Range, 6 speeds (H-DS), infinitely variable in each	3 ranges
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 differential lock (pedal)
▶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	Not Published
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	125 in
Overall Width	66.5 in	66 in
Wheelbase	74.6 in	74 in
Ground Clearance	14.2 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.9 ft (with brake applied)	11.8 ft (3.6 m)
Height to Top of ROPS	97.6 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	90 in
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	3748 lb	3,805 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	8.3-16	7-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	14.9-24	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	27X10.50LL-15	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	41X18LL-16.1	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	27x8.50-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	43x16.00-20
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Mechanical 2-Lever Quick Coupler (standard); Hydraulic 2-Lever Quick Coupler (optional); Single Lever Hose Quick Coupler (optional)	LL3003: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler
Loader Model	LA805	LL3003, LL3004
Loader Lift Height	104.7 in	LL3003, LL3004: 94.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1715 lb	LL3003, LL3004: 2,063 lb
Loader Breakout Force	2549 lb (19.7 in forward of pivot pin)	LL3003, LL3004: 3,723 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; 2-year bumper-to-bumper 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 L4060GST vs LS Tractor MT242HC: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L4060GST or the LS Tractor MT242HC?

The LS Tractor MT242HC leads on engine hp at 42.5 hp hp, compared to 42 hp hp for the Kubota L4060GST.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L4060GST or the LS Tractor MT242HC?

The LS Tractor MT242HC leads on pto hp at 34.8 hp hp, compared to 32.5 hp hp for the Kubota L4060GST.

Which is heavier, the Kubota L4060GST or the LS Tractor MT242HC?

The LS Tractor MT242HC leads on weight at 3,805 lb lb, compared to 3,748 lb lb for the Kubota L4060GST.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L4060GST or the LS Tractor MT242HC?

The LS Tractor MT242HC leads on loader lift at 2,063 lb lb, compared to 1,715 lb lb for the Kubota L4060GST.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L4060GST or the LS Tractor MT242HC?

The Kubota L4060GST leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,756 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT242HC.

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