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Kubota B20 vs Kubota BX25D-1
Verdict: Kubota B20 vs Kubota BX25D-1
The Kubota B20 and the Kubota BX25D-1 are both backhoe loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Kubota BX25D-1 leads on rated power with 23 hp against 20 hp. Kubota B20 is the lighter machine (929 kg vs 1,587 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota BX25D-1 is the newer design (2015 vs 1990). In short: choose the Kubota BX25D-1 for outright pulling power, or the Kubota B20 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
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Kubota
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Kubota
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
20 hp
23 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
KubotaReference
KubotaReference
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
rear standardReference
Variants
B1750
compact tractorReference
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BX2370-1
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tractorReference
BX25D-1
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loader-backhoeReference
Engine
Fuel tank
20.1 LReference
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Engine (gross)
14.9 kWReference
17.2 kWReference
Engine (net)
13.0 kWReference
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Displacement
0.9 LReference
0.9 LReference
Bore/Stroke
76 x 71 mmReference
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Power (net)
13.0 kWReference
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Power (gross)
14.9 kWReference
17.2 kWReference
Air cleaner
dryReference
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Rated RPM
2600Reference
3200Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
29.0 LReference
11.7 LReference
Coolant capacity
4.0 LReference
2.6 LReference
Starter
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electricReference
Transmission
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)Reference
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
10.1 kWReference
13.2 kWReference
Type
hydrostaticReference
hydrostaticReference
Pressure
137.9 barReference
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Valves
1Reference
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Pump flow
48.1 lpmReference
23.5 lpmReference
Rear Type
IReference
IReference
Control
position controlReference
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Rear lift (at ends)
580 kgReference
449 kgReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
459 kgReference
308 kgReference
Rear PTO
liveReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Engine RPM
540@2534Reference
2500@3125Reference
Hydraulic system
—
11.7 LReference
Capacity
—
11.7 LReference
Mid PTO
—
independentReference
Mid PTO Type
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2500Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
153 cmReference
139 cmReference
Weight
929 kgReference
279 kgReference
Front tire
23x8.50-2Reference
18x8.5-10Reference
Rear tire
12.4-16Reference
26x12-12Reference
Ag front
23X8.50-12Reference
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Ag rear
12.4-16Reference
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Industrial front
23x8.50-2Reference
18x8.5-10Reference
Industrial rear
12.4-16Reference
26x12-12Reference
Length
271 cmReference
242 cmReference
Width
136 cmReference
113 cmReference
Height
214 cmReference
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Height (backhoe)
178 cmReference
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Shipping weight
929 kgReference
1122 kgReference
Ground clearance
23 cmReference
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Front tread
96 cmReference
92 cmReference
Rear tread
104 cmReference
81 cmReference
Lawn/turf front
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18x8.5-10Reference
Lawn/turf rear
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26x12-12Reference
Height (ROPS)
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221 cmReference
Clearance (front axle)
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22 cmReference
Backhoe & Loader
Dig depth
205 cmReference
185 cmReference
Dump angle
101 cmReference
114 cmReference
B20 Serial Numbers
1989
50250Reference
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1990
50617Reference
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1991
51298Reference
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1992
51771Reference
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1993
?????Reference
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1994 (June)
70343Reference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging amps
—
40Reference
Battery CCA
—
535Reference
Attachment overview
Kubota BT650 Backhoe
Backhoe type
Kubota BT750 BackhoeReference
Kubota BT602 BackhoeReference
Transport height
196 cmReference
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Digging depth
235 cmReference
185 cmReference
Reach from pivot
275 cmReference
261 cmReference
Loading height
198 cmReference
152 cmReference
Bucket Rotation
185°Reference
180°Reference
Swing Arc
180°Reference
140°Reference
Bucket force
1309 kgReference
878 kgReference
Kubota BT750 Backhoe
Capacities
Fuel
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25.0 LReference
Kubota BT602 Backhoe
Dipperstick force
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531 kgReference
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.