Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L5460 or the Kubota MX5400?

The Kubota L5460 leads on engine hp at 56 hp hp, compared to 55.5 hp hp for the Kubota MX5400.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L5460 or the Kubota MX5400?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 46.5 hp hp for pto hp.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L5460 or the Kubota MX5400?

The Kubota L5460 leads on loader lift at 2,361 lb lb, compared to 2,275 lb lb for the Kubota MX5400.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L5460 or the Kubota MX5400?

The Kubota L5460 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,976 lb lb, compared to 2,310 lb lb for the Kubota MX5400.

Kubota L5460 vs Kubota MX5400

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 L5460 leads 5 categories to 2 (1 tied). Machine pages: Kubota L5460 and Kubota MX5400.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota L5460	Kubota MX5400
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 56 hp	55.5 hp
PTO HP (hp)	46.5 hp	46.5 hp
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,361 lb	2,275 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 2,976 lb	2,310 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 112.7 in	111.2 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,171 lbf	3,102 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	14.1 gpm	▲ 14.4 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	16.8 mph	▲ 17.7 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota L5460Kubota MX5400

Engine HPhp

▲56 hp

55.5 hp

PTO HPhp

▲46.5 hp

Weightlb

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Loader Liftlb

▲2,361 lb

2,275 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲2,976 lb

2,310 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaL5460	KubotaMX5400


PTO Power	46.5 hp	46.5 hp
Alternator	45 A, 12 V	45 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dry paper, dual element	Dry-dual element
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-cycle multi valve, diesel, Turbocharged	Liquid-cooled, diesel, 4-cylinder, Turbocharged
Fuel System	Electronic Common Rail System (CRS)	Not Published
Displacement	148.5 in³	148.6 (2434)
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2700 rpm
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Kubota
Engine Power (Gross)	56 hp	55.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published

Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

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.	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.

Pump Type	Tandem pump - gear type	Gear
Steering Flow	4.7 gpm	4.9 gpm
Implement Flow	9.4 gpm	9.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	14.1 gpm	14.4 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open Center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	14.1 gpm	14.4 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Optional, up to 3 (double-acting valve or float detent valve options, any position)	Maximum 3 (opt)
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published

PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2400 engine rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Live independent (hydraulic clutch)	Live independent, hydraulic PTO with PTO brake, wet clutch
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position (std), Draft (opt)
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,858 lb	Not Published
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	SAE Category 1 & 2	I & II
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,976 lb	2310 lbs

R3 Turf - Rear	44X18-20	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	29X12.50-15	Not Published
Tire Size & Options	Standard R1; Option 1 R4; Option 2 R3; LSW option (R3)	Standard tire size
R4 Industrial - Rear	4.6 gal-24	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	14.9-26; 13.6-28	14.9-26
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	DT (2WD): 2 gal-15; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 9.5-16

Coolant Capacity	8.7 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	9.9 qt	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 gal	ROPS: 13.5 gal; CAB: 11.9 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	11.9 gal	Not Published

Loader Lift Height	112.7 in	111.2 in
Loader Breakout Force	3171 lb (14107 N)	3102 lb (13798 N)
Quick Attach Loader System	Mechanical 2-Lever Quick Coupler (standard); Hydraulic 2-Lever Quick Coupler (optional); Single Lever Hose Quick Coupler (optional)	1065A: 2-Lever Quick Coupler for Loader Attachment
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2361 lb	2275 lb

Clutch	N/A	DT (2WD/4WD): Dry single plate; HST (4WD): No clutch
No. of Speeds	3-range, 6 speeds (H-DS), infinitely variable in each	DT (2WD/4WD): 8F/8R; HST (4WD): 3-range
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic transmission	DT (2WD/4WD): 8-speed gear-drive (synchronized shuttle); HST (4WD): 3-range hydrostatic (HST)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	16.8 mph	DT (2WD/4WD): 17.3 mph; HST (4WD): 17.7 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	15.2 mph	DT (2WD/4WD): 15.9 mph; HST (4WD): 16.0 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock, standard	Rear differential lock standard (mechanical)

Brakes	Wet disc type, mechanically activated	Mechanical wet disc
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	1,433 lbs.	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	High-back suspension seat (optional arm rests)

Wheelbase	75.4 in	74.6 in
Overall Width	67.3 in	69.7 in
Ground Clearance	15.4 in	15.2 in
Height to Top of ROPS	HST (4WD): 98.0 in; HSTC (4WD, CAB): Not Applicable	95.7 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	HST (4WD): Not Applicable; HSTC (4WD, CAB): 92.5 in	92.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	HST (4WD): 92.5 in; HSTC (4WD, CAB): Not Applicable	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.2 ft (2.8 m)	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	135.0 in	Not Published

Kubota L5460 vs Kubota MX5400: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L5460 or the Kubota MX5400?: The Kubota L5460 leads on engine hp at 56 hp hp, compared to 55.5 hp hp for the Kubota MX5400.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L5460 or the Kubota MX5400?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 46.5 hp hp for pto hp.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L5460 or the Kubota MX5400?: The Kubota L5460 leads on loader lift at 2,361 lb lb, compared to 2,275 lb lb for the Kubota MX5400.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L5460 or the Kubota MX5400?: The Kubota L5460 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,976 lb lb, compared to 2,310 lb lb for the Kubota MX5400.