Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT226HE 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 MT226HE.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT226HE or the Rural King RK25?

The Rural King RK25 leads on pto hp at 18.3 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 Rural King RK25?

The LS Tractor MT226HE leads on loader lift at 1,965 lb lb, compared to 1,380 lb lb for the Rural King RK25.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT226HE or the Rural King RK25?

The LS Tractor MT226HE leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,433 lb lb, compared to 1,102 lb lb for the Rural King RK25.

LS Tractor MT226HE vs Rural King RK25

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 Rural King RK25.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor MT226HE	Rural King RK25
Engine HP (hp)	24.6 hp	▲ 24.7 hp
PTO HP (hp)	17.1 hp	▲ 18.3 hp
Weight (lb)	—	2,560 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,965 lb	1,380 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 1,433 lb	1,102 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 94.3 in	87 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 2,962 lbf	2,059 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 11.7 gpm	7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	—	13.7 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor MT226HERural King RK25

Engine HPhp

24.6 hp

▲24.7 hp

PTO HPhp

17.1 hp

▲18.3 hp

Weightlb

—

2,560 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲1,965 lb

1,380 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲1,433 lb

1,102 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	Rural KingRK25


PTO Power	17.1 hp	18.3 PTO HP
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	40 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dry	Not Published
Engine Type	3-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, Diesel, NA, IDI	Diesel
Fuel System	IDI	Fuel injection
Displacement	80.4 in³	77.3 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2500 rpm	3000 rpm
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	MHI	YANMAR
Engine Power (Gross)	24.6 hp	24.7 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Engine Model	—	3TNV80F

Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	2,560 lb
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year limited powertrain warranty; 2-year bumper-to-bumper warranty	Full-machine: 24 months/2,000 hours; Powertrain: 96 months/3,000 hours (whichever comes first)

Pump Type	Gear pump	Gear pump
Steering Flow	4.6 gpm	2.77 GPM
Implement Flow	7.1 gpm	4.18 GPM
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.7 gpm	6.95 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Live independent
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	11.7 gpm	6.95 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	1

PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	INDEPENDENT
Lift Control Type	Position control	POSITION
Hitch Lift Capacity	1808 lb	1,534.4 lb (1,534 lbs.)
Mid-PTO Availability	Available (option)	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category 1
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1433 lb	1,102 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	41X14.00-20	36x13.5-15
R3 Turf - Front	25X8.50-14	25X8.50-14
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	43X16.00-20	12-16.5 \| 14-17.5
R4 Industrial - Front	27X8.50-15	23X8.50-12; 25X8.50-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	9.5-20
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	6.0-12

Coolant Capacity	Not Published	3.6 ℓ (3.8 quart)
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	2.7 ℓ (2.9 quart)
Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal	25 ℓ (6.6 gallon)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	4.5 ℓ (4.7 quart)
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	14 ℓ (5.8 gallon)

Loader Lift Height	94.3 in	87"
Loader Breakout Force	2,962 lb	2,059 lbs.
Quick Attach Loader System	LL3001, LL3002: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler	L85: Skid-steer compatible quick-attach
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,965 lb	1,380 lbs.

Clutch	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
No. of Speeds	3 ranges	2 Range (H/L)
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic Drive	2-Range Hydrostatic Transmission
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	13.7 mph (13.7 m/h)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)	Differential lock

Brakes	Wet, Multi-disc	WET DISC
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Rigid frame
Front Axle Type	Not Published	4WD front axle
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published

Wheelbase	66 in	Not Published
Overall Width	66 in	52.8 in (52.8 inch)
Ground Clearance	Not Published	7.7 in (7.71 inch)
Height to Top of ROPS	95 in	89.8 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	11.5 ft (3.5 m)	109.5 in (109.5 inch)
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	119 in	107.9 in (107.8 inch)

Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	TYM T25 Rural King RK25 Brush Guard Insert $249.99

LS Tractor MT226HE vs Rural King RK25: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT226HE 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 MT226HE.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT226HE or the Rural King RK25?: The Rural King RK25 leads on pto hp at 18.3 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 Rural King RK25?: The LS Tractor MT226HE leads on loader lift at 1,965 lb lb, compared to 1,380 lb lb for the Rural King RK25.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT226HE or the Rural King RK25?: The LS Tractor MT226HE leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,433 lb lb, compared to 1,102 lb lb for the Rural King RK25.