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Kubota B2231 vs Kubota KT230

Verdict: Kubota B2231 vs Kubota KT230

The Kubota B2231 and the Kubota KT230 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 23 hp. Kubota B2231 is the lighter machine (1,874 kg vs 2,050 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota KT230 holds more fuel (28.0 L vs 26.9 L) for longer stints between fills. Kubota B2231 is the newer design (2018 vs 2005). 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

Kubota

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Best match

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Kubota

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Best match

Clear

Rated power

23 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

KubotaReference

liquid-cooledReference

Sixteen gears (10 in reverse) with three ranges. Gears may be shifted sequentially while moving, without using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift ranges.Reference

Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

26.9 LReference

28.0 LReference

Engine (gross)

16.9 kWReference

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Engine (net)

15.2 kWReference

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Displacement

1.1 LReference

1.5 LReference

Bore/Stroke

78 x 78 mmReference

82 x 92 mmReference

Rated Power (net)

15.2 kWReference

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Power (gross)

16.9 kWReference

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Air cleaner

dry elementReference

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Rated RPM

2500Reference

Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Engine

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16.9 kWReference

Power

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16.9 kWReference

Transmission

Type

hydrostaticReference

power shiftReference

Gears

infinite forward and reverse (3-range)Reference

48 forward and 30 reverseReference

ROPS gear

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929 kgReference

Cab gear

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1040 kgReference

Clutch

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dry discReference

Transmission

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GlideshiftReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

12.5 kWReference

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Pressure

161.8 barReference

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Total flow

32.9 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IReference

Control

position controlReference

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Rear lift (at ends)

969 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

Mid PTO

optionalReference

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Mid PTO Type

2500 (Kubota 10-tooth #5)Reference

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Engine RPM

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-615@2500Reference

Dimensions

ROPS Wheelbase

150 cmReference

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Cab Wheelbase

155 cmReference

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Weight

1874 to 2381 poundsReference

2050 to 2337 poundsReference

ROPS Length

273 cmReference

285 cmReference

Cab Length

288 cmReference

283 cmReference

Width

123 cmReference

118 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

232 cmReference

190 cmReference

Height (cab)

208 cmReference

193 cmReference

ROPS Weight

850 kgReference

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Cab Weight

1080 kgReference

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Ground clearance

26 cmReference

32 cmReference

Front tread

83 to 97 cmReference

97 cmReference

Rear tread

98 to 108 cmReference

94/106 cmReference

Wheelbase

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150 cmReference

Front tire

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6-14Reference

Rear tire

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9.5-22Reference

Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 6-14. Rear: 9.5-22Reference

Optional tires (ag)

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Front: 6-14. Rear: 9.5-24Reference

ROPS Glideshift

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949 kgReference

Cab Glideshift

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1060 kgReference

Kubota B2231 attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Attachment overview

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.