SPECS / COMPARISON
Kubota L2501 vs John Deere 850
A detailed comparison of the Kubota L2501 and the John Deere 850. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Kubota L250117.8 kW (Gross: 24.9 HP (18.5 kW), NetPower: 23.9 HP)
John Deere 85018.6 kW (25.0 HP)
Weight
Kubota L25011100.0 kg (2425.1 lbs)
John Deere 8501090.0 kg (2403.0 lbs)
| Specification | Kubota L2501 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors | John Deere 850 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Compact Utility Tractor | Compact Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 17.8 kW (Gross: 24.9 HP (18.5 kW), NetPower: 23.9 HP) | 18.6 kW (25.0 HP) |
| Weight | 1100.0 kg (2425.1 lbs) | 1090.0 kg (2403.0 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 870.0 kg (1918.0 lbs) | — |
| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic | Gear type with dry disc clutch |
| Length | 270.0 cm (2WD: 110.6 in. (281.0 cm) 4WD and HST: 106.3 in.) | 298.0 cm (117.3 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 19.5 LPM (5.2 GPM) | — |
| Years Made | 1985-1991 | 1978-1989 |
| Engine Model | Kubota D1703-M-DI-E4 | Yanmar 3T80-J |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1647 cc (100.5 cu in.) | 1278 cc (78.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.71 cm (3.43 in.) | 8.00 cm (3.15 in.) |
| Stroke | 9.25 cm (3.64 in.) | 8.51 cm (3.35 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Gear: Transmission driven with overrunningHST: Live-continuous running | Transmission or live two-stage clutch |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 95.2 N·m (70.2 lb-ft) | — |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 490A | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 147.5 cm (58.1 in.) | 129.0 cm (50.8 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 161.0 cm (63.4 in.) | 162.0 cm (63.8 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38.0 l (10.0 gal) | 32.2 l (8.5 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 5.7 l (1.5 gal) | — |
| Coolant Capacity | 6.0 l (1.6 gal) | 5.7 l (1.5 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 23.5 l (6.2 gal) | — |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 16.6 km/h (Forward: 11.5 MPH (18.5 km/h) Reverse: 10.3 MPH) | 8.7 km/h (Forward: 11.7 MPH (18.8 km/h) Reverse: 5.4 MPH) |
| Brakes | Mechanical wet disc | Differential mechanical expanding shoe |
| Drawbar Category | I | I |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station with Two-post folding ROPS | Open operator station with two-post ROPS |
| Hitch Type | Position control | — |
| Steering Type | Integral type power steering | Manual or power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 5-15 ; 11.2-24 | Ag: 5.00-15Lawn/turf: 23/8.5-12 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 7.2-16 ; 11.2-24 | Ag: 9.5-24, 11.2-24Lawn/turf: 13.6-16 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | Open center |
| Steering Flow | 11.8 LPM (3.1 GPM) | — |
| Working Pressure | 152.0 bar (2205.0 psi) | — |
| Rated RPM | — | 2600 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | — | 21.2:1 |
| Hydraulic Capacity | — | 19.5 l (4.8 gal (18.0 l) or5.2 gal) |
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