LS Tractor MT232E vs LS Tractor MT232HC

Every published spec for both machines, side by side. The verdict below is computed straight from the spec sheets, not opinion.

Across 8 measurable specs, the LS Tractor MT232E leads 2 categories to 1 (5 tied). Machine pages: LS Tractor MT232E and LS Tractor MT232HC.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor MT232E	LS Tractor MT232HC
Engine HP (hp)	31.7 hp	31.7 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 28.5 hp	26.2 hp
Weight (lb)	3,166 lb	▲ 3,721 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	2,063 lb	2,063 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Height (in)	94.3 in	94.3 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	3,723 lbf	3,723 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 12.4 gpm	11.7 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor MT232ELS Tractor MT232HC

Engine HPhp

▲31.7 hp

PTO HPhp

▲28.5 hp

26.2 hp

Weightlb

3,166 lb

▲3,721 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲2,063 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲1,433 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 TractorMT232E	LS TractorMT232HC


Engine Manufacturer	YANMAR	YANMAR
Engine Model	3TNV88C-MLST	3TNV88C-MLST
Engine Type	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, CRDI	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	100.2 in³	100.2 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	31.7 hp	31.7 hp
PTO Power	28.5 hp	26.2 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry	Dry
Fuel System	CRDI (common rail direct injection)	CRDI (common rail direct injection)
Alternator	55 A, 12 V	55 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Gear pump	Gear pump
Implement Flow	7.4 gpm	6.7 gpm
Steering Flow	5.0 gpm	5.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.4 gpm	11.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	12.4 gpm	11.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	None	1 pair
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 pair (optional)	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal	11.4 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	Standard (540 rpm)	Standard (540 rpm)
Mid-PTO Availability	Available (option)	Available (option)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,808 lb	1,808 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,433 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	Synchro Shuttle	HST
No. of Speeds	F12 x R12	3 ranges
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Dry Single	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet, multi-disc	Wet, multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Width	66 in	66 in
Wheelbase	69 in	69 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	11.5 ft (3.5 m)	11.5 ft (3.5 m)
Height to Top of ROPS	95 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	90 in
Overall Length	125 in (frame to link)	125 in (frame to link)

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,166 lb	3,721 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Ag, Industrial, VT and Turf; VT same size as Industrial	Ag, Industrial, VT and Turf; VT same size as Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	7-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	25x8.50-14	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	27x8.50-15	27x8.50-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	43x16.00-20	43x16.00-20

Quick Attach Loader System	LL3003: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler	LL3003: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler
Loader Model	LL3003	LL3003, LL3004
Loader Lift Height	LL3003: 94.3 in	LL3003, LL3004: 94.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL3003: 2,063 lb (at pivot pin, maximum height)	LL3003, LL3004: 2,063 lb (at pivot pin, maximum height)
Loader Breakout Force	LL3003: 3,723 lb (at pivot pin)	LL3003, LL3004: 3,723 lb (at pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	Two-year bumper to bumper; six-year limited powertrain	Two-year bumper to bumper; six-year limited powertrain

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LS Tractor MT232E vs LS Tractor MT232HC: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT232E or the LS Tractor MT232HC?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 31.7 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT232E or the LS Tractor MT232HC?: The LS Tractor MT232E leads on pto hp at 28.5 hp hp, compared to 26.2 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT232HC.
Which is heavier, the LS Tractor MT232E or the LS Tractor MT232HC?: The LS Tractor MT232HC leads on weight at 3,721 lb lb, compared to 3,166 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT232E.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT232E or the LS Tractor MT232HC?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,063 lb lb for loader lift.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT232E or the LS Tractor MT232HC?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 1,433 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor MT232E	LS Tractor MT232HC
Engine HP (hp)	31.7 hp	31.7 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 28.5 hp	26.2 hp
Weight (lb)	3,166 lb	▲ 3,721 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	2,063 lb	2,063 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Height (in)	94.3 in	94.3 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	3,723 lbf	3,723 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 12.4 gpm	11.7 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor MT232ELS Tractor MT232HC

Engine HPhp

▲31.7 hp

PTO HPhp

▲28.5 hp

26.2 hp

Weightlb

3,166 lb

▲3,721 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲2,063 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲1,433 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 TractorMT232E	LS TractorMT232HC


Engine Manufacturer	YANMAR	YANMAR
Engine Model	3TNV88C-MLST	3TNV88C-MLST
Engine Type	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, CRDI	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	100.2 in³	100.2 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	31.7 hp	31.7 hp
PTO Power	28.5 hp	26.2 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry	Dry
Fuel System	CRDI (common rail direct injection)	CRDI (common rail direct injection)
Alternator	55 A, 12 V	55 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Gear pump	Gear pump
Implement Flow	7.4 gpm	6.7 gpm
Steering Flow	5.0 gpm	5.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.4 gpm	11.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	12.4 gpm	11.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	None	1 pair
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 pair (optional)	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal	11.4 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	Standard (540 rpm)	Standard (540 rpm)
Mid-PTO Availability	Available (option)	Available (option)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,808 lb	1,808 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,433 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	Synchro Shuttle	HST
No. of Speeds	F12 x R12	3 ranges
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Dry Single	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet, multi-disc	Wet, multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Width	66 in	66 in
Wheelbase	69 in	69 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	11.5 ft (3.5 m)	11.5 ft (3.5 m)
Height to Top of ROPS	95 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	90 in
Overall Length	125 in (frame to link)	125 in (frame to link)

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,166 lb	3,721 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Ag, Industrial, VT and Turf; VT same size as Industrial	Ag, Industrial, VT and Turf; VT same size as Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	7-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	25x8.50-14	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	27x8.50-15	27x8.50-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	43x16.00-20	43x16.00-20

Quick Attach Loader System	LL3003: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler	LL3003: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler
Loader Model	LL3003	LL3003, LL3004
Loader Lift Height	LL3003: 94.3 in	LL3003, LL3004: 94.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL3003: 2,063 lb (at pivot pin, maximum height)	LL3003, LL3004: 2,063 lb (at pivot pin, maximum height)
Loader Breakout Force	LL3003: 3,723 lb (at pivot pin)	LL3003, LL3004: 3,723 lb (at pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	Two-year bumper to bumper; six-year limited powertrain	Two-year bumper to bumper; six-year limited powertrain

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LS Tractor MT232E vs LS Tractor MT232HC: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT232E or the LS Tractor MT232HC?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 31.7 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT232E or the LS Tractor MT232HC?

The LS Tractor MT232E leads on pto hp at 28.5 hp hp, compared to 26.2 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT232HC.

Which is heavier, the LS Tractor MT232E or the LS Tractor MT232HC?

The LS Tractor MT232HC leads on weight at 3,721 lb lb, compared to 3,166 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT232E.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT232E or the LS Tractor MT232HC?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,063 lb lb for loader lift.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT232E or the LS Tractor MT232HC?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 1,433 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

LS Tractor MT232E vs LS Tractor MT232HC

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