SPECS / COMPARISON
Kubota BX1870 vs International Harvester 234
A detailed comparison of the Kubota BX1870 and the International Harvester 234. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Kubota BX187013.4 kW (18.0 HP)
International Harvester 23413.4 kW (18.0 HP)
Weight
Kubota BX1870610.0 kg (1344.8 lbs)
International Harvester 234550.0 kg (1212.5 lbs)
| Specification | Kubota BX1870 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors | International Harvester 234 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Compact Utility Tractor | Compact Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 13.4 kW (18.0 HP) | 13.4 kW (18.0 HP) |
| Weight | 610.0 kg (1344.8 lbs) | 550.0 kg (1212.5 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 450.0 kg (992.1 lbs) | — |
| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Length | 233.0 cm (91.7 in.) | 262.0 cm (103.1 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 23.8 LPM (6.3 GPM) | — |
| Years Made | 2013-2016 | 1982-1984 |
| Engine Model | Kubota D722 | Mitsubishi |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 719 cc (43.9 cu in.) | 849 cc (51.8 cu in.) |
| Bore | 6.71 cm (2.64 in.) | 6.81 cm (2.68 in.) |
| Stroke | 6.86 cm (2.70 in.) | 7.80 cm (3.07 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Independent | Transmission |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Middle PTO Type | Independent | — |
| Middle PTO Speed | 2500 RPM | — |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA: 435A | — |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 218.0 cm (85.8 in.) | 117.0 cm (46.1 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 134.0 cm (52.8 in.) | 142.0 cm (55.9 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25.0 l (6.6 gal) | 18.2 l (4.8 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 2.9 l (0.8 gal) | 3.0 l (0.8 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 2.5 l (0.7 gal) | 4.9 l (1.3 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 11.7 l (3.1 gal) | 11.7 l (3.1 gal) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 11.7 l (3.1 gal) | 11.7 l (3.1 gal) |
| Transmission Model | HST | — |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 FWA 4WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 9.5 km/h (Forward: 7.8 MPH (12.6 km/h) Reverse: 5.9 MPH) | 7.4 km/h (Forward: 10.1 MPH (16.3 km/h) Reverse: 4.6 MPH) |
| Brakes | Wet disc type | — |
| Differential Lock | Rear standard | — |
| Drawbar Category | I | I |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station with foldable ROPS | Two-post ROPS |
| Hitch Type | Quarter-inching control | — |
| Steering Type | Hydrostatic power | — |
| Front Tires | Ag/Lawn/turf: 16×7.5-8 | — |
| Rear Tires | Ag/Lawn/turf: 24×12-12 | — |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | — |
| Front PTO Type | — | Independent |
| Front PTO Speed | — | 2.700 RPM |
| Rated RPM | — | 2700 RPM |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.