LS Tractor MT226ED vs Rural King RK25

Across 8 measurable specs, the LS Tractor MT226ED leads 7 categories to 1. Machine pages: LS Tractor MT226ED 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 TractorMT226ED	Rural KingRK25

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	MHI	Yanmar
Engine Model	S3L2-W463GTAC	3TNV80F
Engine Type	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, IDI	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel (natural aspiration)
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	80.4 in³	77.3 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2500 rpm	3000 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	24.6 hp	24.7 hp
PTO Power	19.2 hp	18.3 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry	Dry
Fuel System	IDI (indirect injection)	Direct fuel injection
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	40 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Gear pump	Single gear pump with flow divider
Implement Flow	7.9 gpm	4.18 gpm
Steering Flow	4.6 gpm	2.77 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.5 gpm	6.95 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	12.5 gpm	6.95 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Live, independent, open centre
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	1
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal	6.6 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	3.8 qt
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	2.9 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	5.8 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	4.7 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Transmission driven	Independent
PTO Rear	Standard (540 rpm)	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Available (option)	Optional (2,000 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1433 lb	1,534 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1433 lb	1,102 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Synchro Shuttle	2-range hydrostatic
No. of Speeds	F12 x R12	2 Range
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	13.7 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Dry Single	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)	4WD with mechanical rear differential lock
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Rigid unit: transmission case, engine and front axle support bolted together
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	Front wheel mechanical assist (4WD)	4WD, center-pivot reverse Eliot type
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	119 in	107.8 in
Overall Width	66 in	52.8 in
Wheelbase	66 in	61 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	7.71 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	11.5 ft (3.5 m)	109.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS	95 in	89.8 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	2,963 lb	1,881 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	2,560 lb
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, R14
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	6-12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	9.5-20
R3 Turf - Front	25x8.50-14	25x8.5-14
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	36x13.5-15
R4 Industrial - Front	27x8.50-15	23x8.5-12 (with 12-16.5 rear); 25x8.5-14 (with 14-17.5 rear)
R4 Industrial - Rear	43x16.00-20	12-16.5 (with 23x8.5-12 front); 14-17.5 (with 25x8.5-14 front)
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	LL3001, LL3002: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler	L85: skid-steer compatible quick-attach
Loader Model	LL3001 and LL3002	L85
Loader Lift Height	LL3001 and LL3002: 94.3 in (at pivot pin)	L85: 87.2 in (maximum lift height to pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL3001 and LL3002: 1,599 lb (at pivot pin, maximum height)	L85: 1,380 lb (at pivot pin, to full height)
Loader Breakout Force	LL3001 and LL3002: 2,962 lb (at pivot pin)	L85: 2,059 lb (at ground level, pivot pin)
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year limited powertrain warranty; 2-year bumper-to-bumper warranty	Full machine: 2 years or 2,000 hours; Powertrain: 8 years or 3,000 hours (no deductible, parts and labor)
▶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 MT226ED vs Rural King RK25: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT226ED or the Rural King RK25?

The Rural King RK25 leads on engine hp at 24.7 hp hp, compared to 24.6 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT226ED.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT226ED or the Rural King RK25?

The LS Tractor MT226ED leads on pto hp at 19.2 hp hp, compared to 18.3 hp hp for the Rural King RK25.

Which is heavier, the LS Tractor MT226ED or the Rural King RK25?

The LS Tractor MT226ED leads on weight at 2,963 lb lb, compared to 1,881 lb lb for the Rural King RK25.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT226ED or the Rural King RK25?

The LS Tractor MT226ED leads on loader lift at 1,599 lb lb, compared to 1,380 lb lb for the Rural King RK25.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT226ED or the Rural King RK25?

The LS Tractor MT226ED leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,433 lb lb, compared to 1,102 lb lb for the Rural King RK25.

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