Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT226HE or the LS Tractor XJ2025H?

The LS Tractor XJ2025H leads on engine hp at 24.7 hp hp, compared to 24.6 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT226HE.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT226HE or the LS Tractor XJ2025H?

The LS Tractor XJ2025H leads on pto hp at 18.5 hp hp, compared to 17.1 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT226HE.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT226HE or the LS Tractor XJ2025H?

The LS Tractor MT226HE leads on loader lift at 1,965 lb lb, compared to 1,276 lb lb for the LS Tractor XJ2025H.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT226HE or the LS Tractor XJ2025H?

The LS Tractor MT226HE leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,433 lb lb, compared to 1,058 lb lb for the LS Tractor XJ2025H.

LS Tractor MT226HE vs LS Tractor XJ2025H

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 MT226HE leads 5 categories to 2. Machine pages: LS Tractor MT226HE and LS Tractor XJ2025H.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor MT226HE	LS Tractor XJ2025H
Engine HP (hp)	24.6 hp	▲ 24.7 hp
PTO HP (hp)	17.1 hp	▲ 18.5 hp
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,965 lb	1,276 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 1,433 lb	1,058 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 94.3 in	85.7 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 2,962 lbf	1,687 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 11.7 gpm	8.5 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor MT226HELS Tractor XJ2025H

Engine HPhp

24.6 hp

▲24.7 hp

PTO HPhp

17.1 hp

▲18.5 hp

Weightlb

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Loader Liftlb

▲1,965 lb

1,276 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲1,433 lb

1,058 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 TractorMT226HE	LS TractorXJ2025H


PTO Power	17.1 hp	18.5 hp
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	50 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dry	Dry
Engine Type	3-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, Diesel, NA, IDI	3-cylinder, Indirect-injection (swirl chamber), Water-cooled
Fuel System	IDI	Indirect injection (in-line pump)
Displacement	80.4 in³	80.4 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2500 rpm	2500 rpm
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	MHI	Mitsubishi
Engine Power (Gross)	24.6 hp	24.7 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4

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

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

Pump Type	Gear pump	Transmission drive pump
Steering Flow	4.6 gpm	2.6 gpm
Implement Flow	7.1 gpm	5.9 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.7 gpm	8.5 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	11.7 gpm	8.5 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	1 pair (2 outlets; optional)
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	Not Published

PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Electro-hydraulic rear PTO / mid-PTO
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity	1808 lb	1,433 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Available (option)	Standard (2000 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1433 lb	1,058 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	41X14.00-20	320/65-16.5
R3 Turf - Front	25X8.50-14	23X8.50-12
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	43X16.00-20	305/70-16.5 (6PR)
R4 Industrial - Front	27X8.50-15	23X8.50-12 (4PR)
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	255/75-15.3
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	23X10.50-12

Coolant Capacity	Not Published	1.0 gal
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	1.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal	6.6 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	0.8 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	5.3 gal

Loader Lift Height	94.3 in	85.7 in
Loader Breakout Force	2,962 lb	1,687 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	LL3001, LL3002: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler	LL2102: Quick-attach front end loader
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,965 lb	1,276 lb

Clutch	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
No. of Speeds	3 ranges	2 ranges
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic Drive	Hydrostatic Drive
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)	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	Not Published	Front wheel mechanical assist (4WD)
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Horizontal load: 3,527 lb; Vertical load: 551 lb pulled / 882 lb pushed
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published

Wheelbase	66 in	59 in
Overall Width	66 in	44.9 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	95 in	84.5 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	11.5 ft (3.5 m)	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	119 in	103 in

LS Tractor MT226HE vs LS Tractor XJ2025H: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT226HE or the LS Tractor XJ2025H?: The LS Tractor XJ2025H leads on engine hp at 24.7 hp hp, compared to 24.6 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT226HE.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT226HE or the LS Tractor XJ2025H?: The LS Tractor XJ2025H leads on pto hp at 18.5 hp hp, compared to 17.1 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT226HE.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT226HE or the LS Tractor XJ2025H?: The LS Tractor MT226HE leads on loader lift at 1,965 lb lb, compared to 1,276 lb lb for the LS Tractor XJ2025H.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT226HE or the LS Tractor XJ2025H?: The LS Tractor MT226HE leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,433 lb lb, compared to 1,058 lb lb for the LS Tractor XJ2025H.