Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT122 or the LS Tractor MT225S?

The LS Tractor MT225S leads on engine hp at 24.7 hp hp, compared to 21.5 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT122.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT122 or the LS Tractor MT225S?

The LS Tractor MT225S leads on pto hp at 19.3 hp hp, compared to 15 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT122.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT122 or the LS Tractor MT225S?

The LS Tractor MT225S leads on loader lift at 1,067 lb lb, compared to 1,007 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT122.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT122 or the LS Tractor MT225S?

The LS Tractor MT225S leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,323 lb lb, compared to 728 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT122.

LS Tractor MT122 vs LS Tractor MT225S

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 LS Tractor MT225S leads 7 categories to 0. Machine pages: LS Tractor MT122 and LS Tractor MT225S.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor MT122	LS Tractor MT225S
Engine HP (hp)	21.5 hp	▲ 24.7 hp
PTO HP (hp)	15 hp	▲ 19.3 hp
Weight (lb)	1,433 lb	—
Loader Lift (lb)	1,007 lb	▲ 1,067 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	728 lb	▲ 1,323 lb
Lift Height (in)	72 in	▲ 84.4 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,960 lbf	▲ 2,290 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	6.7 gpm	▲ 9.3 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor MT122LS Tractor MT225S

Engine HPhp

21.5 hp

▲24.7 hp

PTO HPhp

15 hp

▲19.3 hp

Weightlb

1,433 lb

—

Loader Liftlb

1,007 lb

▲1,067 lb

955 lb

LL2300LL2001

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

728 lb

▲1,323 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	LS TractorMT122	LS TractorMT225S


PTO Power	15 hp	19.3 hp
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	50 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Replaceable paper elements	Dry
Engine Type	3-cylinder, Indirect-injection, Water-cooled	3-cylinder, Indirect Injection (IDI), Swirl chamber
Fuel System	Mechanical, in-line type	In-line injection pump
Displacement	68 in³	77.3 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	3000 rpm	2800 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Not Published
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	YANMAR
Engine Power (Gross)	21.5 hp	24.7 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4

Tractor Weight (Base)	1,433 lbs	—
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Applicable

Warranty Length & Coverage	6 Year Limited Warranty	6-year limited powertrain warranty; 2-year bumper-to-bumper warranty

Pump Type	Gear	Engine-driven
Steering Flow	2.1 gpm	3.7 gpm
Implement Flow	4.6 gpm	5.6 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.7 gpm	9.3 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center system, Position control	Open center
System Operating Pressure	1,885.5 psi	—
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	6.7 gpm	9.3 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	1 pair (optional)
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	Not Applicable

PTO Rear	Standard (540 rpm)	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
Lift Control Type	Position	Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity	970 lbs. (At 24 in: 728)	1,896 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard (2,500 rpm)	Optional (2500 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	CAT I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	728 lb	1,323 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	26 x 12.0 - 12	31X15.50-15
R3 Turf - Front	18 x 8.5 - 10	22X8.50-12
Tire Size & Options	Front: 18x8.5-10 Industrial; Rear: 26x12.0-12 Industrial	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	26 x 12.0 - 12	12-16.5
R4 Industrial - Front	18 x 8.5 - 10	23X8.50-12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	11.2-16
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	7-12

Coolant Capacity	0.9 gal (0.9U.S.gals)	0.9 gal
Crankcase Capacity	0.8 gal (0.8U.S.gals)	0.8 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.6 gal.	6.6 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	0.5 gal (0.5U.S.gals)	0.8 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	3 gal (3.0U.S.gals)	4.5 gal

Loader Lift Height	72.0 in.	84.4 in
Loader Breakout Force	1,960 lbs.	LL2300: 2,290 lb; LL2001: Not Published
Quick Attach Loader System	LL1101: Pin-Type Bucket (standard); Quick Attach Assembly (Optional) - Compact Type (dual-lever LH/RH); LL1700: Quick Attach Implement System	LL2300: Bobcat-type (skid-steer style) quick attach bucket carrier; LL2001: Not Published
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,007 lbs.	LL2300: 1,067 lb; LL2001: 955 lb

Clutch	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
No. of Speeds	2 Ranges	3 ranges
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic Drive	Hydrostatic Drive
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	0 ~ 14.0 Km/h (0 ~ 8.70 mph)	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	0 ~ 8.4 Km/h (0 ~ 5.22 mph)	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical pedal type	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)

Brakes	Wet, Multi-disc	Wet, multi-disc
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Front Wheel Mechanical Assist (4WD)	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Vertical load: 881.8 lb (882lbs), Horizontal load: 1.6 tonnes (3527lbs)	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	1433 lb	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	High-Back Seat with Foldable Armrest and Retractable Seatbelt; fore/aft adjustable	Not Published

Wheelbase	56 in.	63.4 in
Overall Width	47 in.	48.7 in
Overall Length	97 in.	—
Ground Clearance	Not provided in source	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	87 in.	86.4 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	7.87 ft	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	97 in.	111.9 in

LS Tractor MT122 vs LS Tractor MT225S: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT122 or the LS Tractor MT225S?: The LS Tractor MT225S leads on engine hp at 24.7 hp hp, compared to 21.5 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT122.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT122 or the LS Tractor MT225S?: The LS Tractor MT225S leads on pto hp at 19.3 hp hp, compared to 15 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT122.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT122 or the LS Tractor MT225S?: The LS Tractor MT225S leads on loader lift at 1,067 lb lb, compared to 1,007 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT122.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT122 or the LS Tractor MT225S?: The LS Tractor MT225S leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,323 lb lb, compared to 728 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT122.