LS Tractor MT225S vs Rural King RK25

Across 9 measurable specs, this matchup is a dead heat: 4 categories to the LS Tractor MT225S, 4 to the Rural King RK25, 1 tied. Machine pages: LS Tractor MT225S and Rural King RK25.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	LS TractorMT225S	Rural KingRK25

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Yanmar
Engine Model	3TNV80F-ZXKLST	3TNV80F
Engine Type	3-cylinder, indirect injection (swirl chamber)	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel (natural aspiration)
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	77.3 in³	77.3 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2800 rpm	3000 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	24.7 hp	24.7 hp
PTO Power	19.3 hp	18.3 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry	Dry
Fuel System	In-line injection pump	Direct fuel injection
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	40 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Engine driven	Single gear pump with flow divider
Implement Flow	5.6 gpm	4.18 gpm
Steering Flow	3.7 gpm	2.77 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	9.3 gpm	6.95 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	9.3 gpm	6.95 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center system, position control	Live, independent, open centre
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	None	2
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 pair (optional)	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.79 gal	6.6 gal
Coolant Capacity	0.9 gal	3.8 qt
Crankcase Capacity	0.8 gal	2.9 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	4.5 gal	5.8 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	0.8 gal	4.7 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent (electro-hydraulic)	Independent
PTO Rear	Standard (540 rpm)	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional (2,500 rpm)	2,000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,896 lb	1,534 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,323 lb	1,102 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic Drive	2-range hydrostatic
No. of Speeds	3 ranges	2 Range
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	12.86 mph	13.7 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	8.45 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)	4WD with mechanical rear differential lock
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Unit frame: engine, transmission and front axle support bolted together into a rigid assembly
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet, multi-disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Suspension seat with armrests & retractable seat belt
Front Axle Type	Four wheel drive (4WD)	4WD, center-pivot reverse Eliot type
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Width	48.7 in	52.8 in
Wheelbase	63.4 in	61 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	7.71 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.2 ft (with brake)	109.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS	86.4 in	89.8 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Length	111.9 in (frame to link)	107.8 in
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	1,764 lb	1,881 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	2,560 lb (1,881 + 679, computed)
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	IND (R4 Industrial), Versa Turf	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial, R14
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-12	7x12-6
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-16	11.2-16
R3 Turf - Front	22x8.50-12	23x8.5-12
R3 Turf - Rear	31x15.50-15	33x12.5-16.5
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.50-12	23x8.5-12
R4 Industrial - Rear	12-16.5	12-16.5
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	LL2300: Bobcat type quick attach	L85: skid-steer compatible quick-attach
Loader Model	LL2300; LL2001	L85
Loader Lift Height	LL2300: 84.4 in; LL2001: 84.4 in	L85: 87.2 in (maximum lift height to pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL2300: 1,067 lb; LL2001: 1,127 lb (at pivot pin)	L85: 1,380 lb (at pivot pin, to full height)
Loader Breakout Force	LL2300: 2,290 lb; LL2001: 1,744 lb (at pivot pin)	L85: 2,059 lb (at ground level, pivot pin)
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year limited warranty	Government and non-institutional: basic 24 months or 2,000 hours, powertrain 96 months or 3,000 hours; all other use: basic 24 months or 2,000 hours, powertrain 36 months or 3,000 hours
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	TYM T25 Rural King RK25 Brush Guard Insert $249.99 Rural King RK25 Hydraulic Valve Cover $124.99

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LS Tractor MT225S vs Rural King RK25: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT225S or the Rural King RK25?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 24.7 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT225S or the Rural King RK25?

The LS Tractor MT225S leads on pto hp at 19.3 hp hp, compared to 18.3 hp hp for the Rural King RK25.

Which is heavier, the LS Tractor MT225S or the Rural King RK25?

The Rural King RK25 leads on weight at 1,881 lb lb, compared to 1,764 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT225S.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT225S or the Rural King RK25?

The Rural King RK25 leads on loader lift at 1,380 lb lb, compared to 1,127 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT225S.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT225S or the Rural King RK25?

The LS Tractor MT225S leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,323 lb lb, compared to 1,102 lb lb for the Rural King RK25.

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