Compare/Hefty F vs Kubota L1-24

Hefty F vs Kubota L1-24

Verdict: Hefty F vs Kubota L1-24

The Hefty F and the Kubota L1-24 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 24 hp. Hefty F is the lighter machine (997 kg vs 2,183 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota L1-24 holds more fuel (29.1 L vs 18.9 L) for longer stints between fills. Kubota L1-24 is the newer design (1983 vs 1974). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.

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Fit & specs

Hefty

Fit score

Clear

Kubota

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

24 hp

Confidence

40%

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

HeftyReference

KubotaReference

Two speeds, plus reverse, in three ranges.Reference

Forward speeds are 20% faster than reverse.Reference

Final drives

spur gearReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

18.9 LReference

29.1 LReference

Engine

20.1 kWReference

17.7 kWReference

Displacement

0.8 LReference

1.5 LReference

Bore/Stroke

58 x 80 mmReference

86 x 81 mmReference

Power

20.1 kWReference

17.7 kWReference

Compression

8:1Reference

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Rated RPM

3300Reference

2600Reference

Firing order

1-3-4-2Reference

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Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Coolant capacity

4.7 LReference

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Transmission

Gears

6 forward and 1 reverseReference

16 forward and reverseReference

Clutch

mechanical dry discReference

dry discReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

17.9 kWReference

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Type

gearReference

shuttleReference

Pressure

137.9 barReference

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Pump flow

12.1 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IReference

Control

position controlReference

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Rear lift (at ends)

712 kgReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

548 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

540/770/940/1250 (1.375)Reference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

172 cmReference

154 cmReference

Weight

997 kgReference

2183 to 2359 poundsReference

Front tire

5.00-15Reference

Rear tire

11.2-24Reference

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Ag front

6.00-12Reference

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Ag rear

11.2-24Reference

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Length

256 cmReference

294 cmReference

Height (steering wheel)

147 cmReference

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Shipping weight

997 kgReference

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Ground clearance

46 cmReference

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Clearance (front axle)

40 cmReference

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Clearance (rear axle)

49 cmReference

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Front tread

152 to 203 cmReference

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Rear tread

152 to 213 cmReference

102 to 132 cmReference

2WD Rear tire

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11.2-24Reference

2WD Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 11.2-24Reference

4WD Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 7-16. Rear: 11.2-24Reference

Width

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132 cmReference

Height

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197 cmReference

2WD Weight

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990 kgReference

4WD Weight

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1070 kgReference

2WD Ground clearance

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37 cmReference

4WD Ground clearance

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31 cmReference

2WD Front tread

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98 to 114 cmReference

4WD Front tread

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104 cmReference

F Serial Numbers

Location:

Serial number plate on the right side of the transmission.Reference

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Battery volts

12Reference

Variants

L1-24DT

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4WDReference

Speeds

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.