Compare/Kubota L5030 vs Kubota MX5000SU

Kubota L5030 vs Kubota MX5000SU

Verdict: Kubota L5030 vs Kubota MX5000SU

The Kubota L5030 and the Kubota MX5000SU are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 52 hp. Kubota MX5000SU is the lighter machine (1,490 kg vs 3,705 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota MX5000SU holds more fuel (50.0 L vs 43.1 L) for longer stints between fills. Kubota MX5000SU is the newer design (2006 vs 2003). 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

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Rated power

52 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

KubotaReference

PTO performanceReference

Synchronized shifting between gears 3 and 4.Reference

Final drives

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spur gearReference

Differential lock

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mechanical rear lock standardReference

Steering

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hydrostatic powerReference

Variants

L5030GST

Glide-shiftReference

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L5030HST

hydrostaticReference

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L5030HSTC

hydrostatic with cabReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

43.1 LReference

50.0 LReference

Engine (gross)

38.9 kWReference

Engine (net)

37.3 kWReference

Displacement

2.4 LReference

Bore/Stroke

87 x 102 mmReference

Power (net)

37.3 kWReference

Power (gross)

38.9 kWReference

Fuel system

indirect injectionReference

Air cleaner

dual dry elementReference

dry, dual elementReference

Compression

23.8:1Reference

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Rated RPM

2700Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

Power at rated engine speed

34.2 kWReference

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Fuel Type

DieselReference

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No of Cylinders

4 cylinderReference

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Rated engine speed

2,700 RPMReference

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Bore and stroke

3.425x4.031 inchesReference

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Compression ratio

23.8:1Reference

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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Oil capacity

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43.9 LReference

Coolant capacity

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7.5 LReference

Transmission

Gears

12 forward and 8 reverseReference

8 forward and 4 reverseReference

Transmission

Kubota Glide Shift (GST)Reference

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Clutch

dry discReference

Transmission Type

GearReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

Gross PTO (claimed)

32.8 kWReference

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Hydro PTO (claimed)

31.7 kWReference

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PTO (tested)

34.2 kWReference

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Type

power shiftReference

partially synchronizedReference

Valves

3Reference

0 to 3Reference

Pump flow

37.1 lpmReference

34.8 lpmReference

Total flow

55.6 lpmReference

53.0 lpmReference

Steering flow

18.5 lpmReference

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Rear Type

II/IReference

2/1Reference

Control

position control with optional draft controlReference

top-link draft control (optional)Reference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

1351 kgReference

1050 kgReference

Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

540Reference

Engine RPM

540@2550Reference

540@2700Reference

Mid PTO

independentReference

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Mid PTO Type

2000Reference

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Power at rated PTO speed

33.4 kWReference

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PTO (claimed)

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32.8 kWReference

Pressure

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176.5 barReference

Rear lift (at ends)

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1300 kgReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

191 cmReference

181 cmReference

Weight

3705 to 4090 poundsReference

1490 kgReference

Front tire

9.5-16Reference

7.5L-15Reference

Rear tire

14.9-26Reference

Standard tires (ag)

Front: 9.5-16. Rear: 14.9-26Reference

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Length

320 cmReference

336 cmReference

Width

170 cmReference

158 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

235 cmReference

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Height (cab)

227 cmReference

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Ground clearance

40 cmReference

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Front tread

134 cmReference

123 to 151 cmReference

Rear tread

132/143 cmReference

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ROPS Shipping

1680 kgReference

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Cab Shipping

1855 kgReference

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ROPS Operating

1723 kgReference

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Ag front

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7.5L-15Reference

Ag rear

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14.9-26Reference

Lawn/turf front

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29x12.5-15Reference

Lawn/turf rear

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44x18-20Reference

Height

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215 cmReference

Clearance (front axle)

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40 cmReference

Kubota L5030 attachments

L5030 Serial Numbers

Location:

Serial number decal on the left side of the tractor frame, above the front axle.Reference

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

ROPS Charging amps

45Reference

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Cab Charging amps

60Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Charging amps

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40Reference

Battery CCA

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582Reference

Attachment overview

Kubota BL4690B Backhoe

Backhoe type

Kubota BH90 BackhoeReference

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Transport height

251 cmReference

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Digging depth

276 cmReference

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Reach from pivot

372 cmReference

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Loading height

242 cmReference

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Bucket Rotation

180°Reference

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Swing Arc

180°Reference

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Bucket force

1755 kgReference

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Dipperstick force

1176 kgReference

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Kubota BH90 Backhoe

Test results

Fuel use

11.7 l/hourReference

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General

Make & Model

KubotaReference

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Capacities

Capacity

148.6 ciReference

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Power

Rated Power

50 hpReference

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PTO

Rear PTO Power

AvailableReference

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Rear PTO RPM

540 RPMReference

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Mid PTO RPM

2,000 RPMReference

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Steering & brakes

Brakes

Wet discReference

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Steering type

Hydrostatic power steeringReference

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Hydraulics

Hydraulics Type

open centerReference

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Remote Valves

3 valvesReference

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Steering & Implements flow

4.9 gpm (9.8 gpm)Reference

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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category II/IReference

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Rear Hitch Sensing Type

position control with optional draft controlReference

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Dimensions & weight

Height Over ROPS

235.5 cmReference

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Overall Height

235.5 cmReference

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Overall Length

320.5 cmReference

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Overall Width

170.9 cmReference

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Turning radius

3 mReference

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Wheels & tyres

Rear Wheel Type

14.9-26Reference

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Rear wheel tread range

143 cmReference

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Front Wheel Type

9.5-16Reference

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Front Wheel tread range

134.1 cmReference

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Operator station

Cab Availability

AvailableReference

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Kubota MX5000SU attachments

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.