Compare/Kubota BX2370 vs Kubota KT230

Kubota BX2370 vs Kubota KT230

Verdict: Kubota BX2370 vs Kubota KT230

The Kubota BX2370 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 BX2370 is the lighter machine (639 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 25 L) for longer stints between fills. Kubota BX2370 is the newer design (2013 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

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Kubota

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

23 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

KubotaReference

liquid-cooled inlineReference

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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Variants

BX2370

tractorReference

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BX25D

loader-backhoeReference

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Engine

Engine (gross)

17.2 kWReference

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Displacement

0.9 LReference

1.5 LReference

Bore/Stroke

71 x 74 mmReference

82 x 92 mmReference

Power (gross)

17.2 kWReference

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Rated RPM

3200Reference

2500Reference

Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

11.7 LReference

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Coolant capacity

2.6 LReference

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Fuel Type

dieselReference

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No of Cylinders

3 CylinderReference

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Rated engine speed

3,200 RPMReference

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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Engine

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16.9 kWReference

Power

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16.9 kWReference

Transmission

Gears

infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference

48 forward and 30 reverseReference

Transmission Type

HSTReference

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forward and reverse options

hydrostatic - infinite (2-range)F and infinite (2-range)RReference

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Wheel Drive

4WDReference

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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)

13.2 kWReference

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Hydraulic system

11.7 LReference

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Type

hydrostaticReference

power shiftReference

Capacity

11.7 LReference

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Pump flow

23.5 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IReference

Control

quarter-inching controlReference

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Rear lift (at ends)

449 kgReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

308 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

2500@3200Reference

-615@2500Reference

Mid PTO

independentReference

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Mid PTO Type

2500Reference

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Capacities

Fuel

25.0 LReference

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Fuel tank

25 LReference

28.0 LReference

Crankcase oil volume

3.3 qtsReference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

139 cmReference

150 cmReference

Weight

639 kgReference

2050 to 2337 poundsReference

Front tire

18x8.5-10Reference

6-14Reference

Rear tire

26x12-12Reference

9.5-22Reference

Ag front

18x8.5-10Reference

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Ag rear

26x12-12Reference

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Lawn/turf front

18x8.5-10Reference

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Lawn/turf rear

26x12-12Reference

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Industrial front

18x8.5-10Reference

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Industrial rear

26x12-12Reference

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Length

242 cmReference

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Width

113 cmReference

118 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

221 cmReference

190 cmReference

Clearance (front axle)

22 cmReference

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Front tread

67 to 92 cmReference

97 cmReference

Rear tread

81 cmReference

94/106 cmReference

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 Length

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285 cmReference

Cab Length

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283 cmReference

Height (cab)

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193 cmReference

Ground clearance

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32 cmReference

ROPS Glideshift

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949 kgReference

Cab Glideshift

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1060 kgReference

Kubota BX2370 attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

40Reference

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Battery CCA

535Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Total cold cranking amps

535 CCAReference

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Attachment overview

General

Make & Model

KubotaReference

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Cruise control

AvailableReference

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Rollover protective structure

Two-post foldable ROPSReference

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Power

Max Power

23 hpReference

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PTO

PTO Power

17.7 hpReference

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Rear PTO Power

AvailableReference

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Rear PTO RPM

540 RPMReference

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Mid PTO RPM

2,500 RPMReference

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Engine Speed on Mid PTO speed

2,500@3,200 RPMReference

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Engine Speed on Rear PTO speed

540@3,200 RPMReference

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Steering & brakes

Brakes

wet discReference

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Steering type

powerReference

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Hydraulics

Pump Rated Output (total)

6.2 gpmReference

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Hydraulics Type

open centerReference

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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category IReference

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Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity

450 kgReference

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Rear Hitch Sensing Type

quarter-inching controlReference

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Dimensions & weight

Height Over ROPS

221.5 cmReference

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Overall Length

242.6 cmReference

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Overall Width

113 cmReference

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Front axle clearance

22.1 cmReference

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Overall weight

639.6 kgReference

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Wheels & tyres

Rear Wheel Type

26x12-12Reference

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Rear wheel tread range

81.8 cmReference

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Front Wheel Type

18x8.5-10Reference

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Front Wheel tread range

26.6 to 36.6 inchesReference

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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.