Kubota L2501 vs Kubota LX2610

Across 8 measurable specs, the Kubota L2501 leads 4 categories to 3 (1 tied). Machine pages: Kubota L2501 and Kubota LX2610.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaL2501	KubotaLX2610

▶Engine
PTO Power	20.5 hp	19.5 hp
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Not Published	4.5 inch Dual paper element
Engine Type	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle, diesel	E-TVCS, liquid cooled, 3-cylinder, diesel
Fuel System	Direct injection	Not Published
Displacement	100.5 in³	77 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2200 rpm	2500 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Pressurized radiator
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Kubota
Engine Power (Gross)	24.8 hp	24.8 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
▶Weight
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Non-Commercial Home & Residential Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 72 months or 2000 hours. Commercial Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 36 months or 2000 hours.	Non-Commercial Home & Residential Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 72 months or 2000 hours. Commercial Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 36 months or 2000 hours.
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Dual pump
Steering Flow	3.13 gpm	Not Published
Implement Flow	5.15 gpm	Not Published
Total Hydraulic Flow	8.28 gpm	8.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	8.28 gpm	8.7 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	DT (2WD), DT (4WD): Transmission driven with overrunning clutch; HST (4WD): Live-continuous running	Independent
Lift Control Type	Not Published	Position control valve
Hitch Lift Capacity	1918 lb	2139 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	2500 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Not Published	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1389 lb	1676 lb
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Applicable	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	Not Applicable	Not Published
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural; R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	DT (2WD): Not Applicable; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 15-19.5	12.4-16 / 15-19.5
R4 Industrial - Front	DT (2WD): Not Applicable; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 27X8.50-15	23X8.50-14 / 25X8.50-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	12.4-16
R1 Agricultural - Front	DT (2WD): 5-15; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 7.2-16	7.0-12
▶Fluid Capacity
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	4.5 qt
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	4.2 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity	10.0 gal	7.1 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	4.0 gal
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Lift Height	94.3 in	84 in
Loader Breakout Force	2373 lbf	2245 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	Front Loader (LA526 - 2 Lever Quick Coupler (OPT))	Front Loader (LA535 - 2 Lever Quick Coupler (STD); Swift-tach (OPT))
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1082 lb	1067 lb
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Clutch	DT (2WD), DT (4WD): Dry type single stage; HST (4WD): Not Applicable	N/A
No. of Speeds	DT (2WD), DT (4WD): 8 forward, 4 reverse; HST (4WD): 3-range	3 ranges
Transmission Type	DT (2WD), DT (4WD): Gear shift; HST (4WD): Hydrostatic transmission (3-range)	Hydrostatic transmission
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	DT (2WD), DT (4WD): 10.7 mph; HST (4WD): 11.5 mph	11.2 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	DT (2WD), DT (4WD): 3.9 mph; HST (4WD): 10.3 mph	8.4 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Differential lock standard
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Brakes	Wet disc type	Multi-plate wet disc
Steering	Integral type power steering	Hydraulic power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Deluxe high-back suspension seat
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Wheelbase	63.3 in	65.6 in
Overall Width	55.1 in	53.7 in
Ground Clearance	DT (2WD): 13.6 in; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 13.4 in	14.6 in
Height to Top of ROPS	91.7 in	88.4 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	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	DT (2WD): 110.6 in; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 106.3 in	Not Published
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Kubota Standard L & MX Series Brush Guard Insert Kit $269.00	Kubota LX2610/LX3310 Brush Guard Insert $259.00

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Kubota L2501 vs Kubota LX2610: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L2501 or the Kubota LX2610?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 24.8 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L2501 or the Kubota LX2610?

The Kubota L2501 leads on pto hp at 20.5 hp hp, compared to 19.5 hp hp for the Kubota LX2610.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L2501 or the Kubota LX2610?

The Kubota L2501 leads on loader lift at 1,082 lb lb, compared to 1,067 lb lb for the Kubota LX2610.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L2501 or the Kubota LX2610?

The Kubota LX2610 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,676 lb lb, compared to 1,389 lb lb for the Kubota L2501.

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