Choosing the Right Kubota Tractor: Complete Guide to BX, B, L, LX, Grand L, M, and MX Series for Every Task
Kubota tractors are renowned for their dependability, reliability, and exceptional performance. Selecting the perfect model can be a challenge, but this guide makes it easy. Whether evaluating by property size, tackling a specific job, or comparing key specs, discover how Kubota compact tractors excel in landscaping or how Kubota utility tractors deliver on demanding farm tasks—and explore every solution in between.
Learn more about which Kubota tractor series is right for your needs and unlock expert insights, detailed comparisons, and essential specifications to help you make the best choice for any project.
What Types of Tractors are There?
Sub-Compact
The smallest tractor type, often used for more common lawn and garden applications. These are ideal for small acreage and tight spaces.
Compact
These are best suited for medium to larger properties, landscaping, and regular farm tasks. These machines are designed for larger property maintenance, small-scale farming (like hobby farms), and more extensive landscaping projects.
Utility
These are fit for heavy-duty, commercial, and specialty farming tasks. They are great options for hay and cattle operations, large areas of land, and commercial farming.
Task-Based
Do you have a specific set of tasks you are already planning to use your Kubota tractor for? There’s a solution for you. Check out our handy table as well for an easy breakdown of common applications.
Mowing and Yard Work
BX, B, and LX Series: Ideal for mowing, light hauling, and landscaping, with mid-mount mower compatibility, tight turning radii, and lower weights.
Implements and attachments: Mid/rear-mount mowers, loaders, lightweight trailers.
Tilling and Gardening
L and M Series: Offer greater power and hydraulic strength for rototillers, disc harrows, and heavier soil work.
Implements and attachments: Rotary tillers, cultivators, plows, seeders.
Hauling and Loader Tasks
B, L, MX, and M Series: Loader compatibility varies by size; heavier chores (manure, gravel, round hay bales) require L, MX, or M.
Field Prep, Crop Production, and Large-Scale Farming
M Series: Designed for high-hour, heavy-duty tillage, row cropping, and hay production.
Implements and attachments: Seed drills, sprayers, balers, rotary cutters, GPS/autosteer tech.
The different tractor series, at a glace:
Comparing Kubota tractor models or searching for tractor specifications? Find detailed breakdowns and expert guidance right here to match each Kubota tractor’s features to your property and project needs.
Explore side-by-side comparisons and key specs to quickly identify which Kubota series best fits your requirements—whether you're focused on horsepower, loader lift capacity, ground clearance, or attachments.
BX Series
Sub-Compact | Compact design, versatile for landscaping, hauling, and lawn care.
Horsepower: 16.6 - 24.8 HP
Loader lift capacity: 423–509 @ 500mm forward
Ground Clearance: 7.6–8.9 in
B Series
Compact | Durable, reliable, fits landscaping and small farm operations.
Horsepower: 20.9- 23.3 HP
Loader lift capacity: about 948 @ pivot pin
Ground Clearance: 12 in
LX Series
Compact | Compact frame, lighter weight, ideal for property maintenance and landscaping.
Horsepower: 23.3 - 39.8 HP
Loader lift capacity: ~1,000 @ pivot pin
Ground Clearance: 8.7–9.0 in
L Series
Compact | Built for more utilitarian, durable tasks, with a stronger frame and robust loader lift capacity. Most popular option, and Kubota’s #1 selling tractor.
Horsepower: 23.3 - 48.4 HP
Loader lift capacity: 1,082–1,684 @ pivot pin
Ground Clearance: 13.4–13.6 in
Grand L Series
Compact | Premium tech/features, best for demanding users needing advanced construction or agriculture solutions.
Horsepower: 37.0 - 62.0 HP
Loader lift capacity: 1,684+ @ pivot pin
Ground Clearance: 13.4–13.6 in
MX Series
Utility | Hybrid compact utility tractors for utility chores without needing full farm tractor size.
Horsepower: 50.3 - 63.4 HP
Loader lift capacity: 2,275 @ pivot pin
Ground Clearance: 15.4 in
M Series
Utility | This includes the M4 Series, M5 Series, M6 Series, and M7 Series: Full utility tractors with a broader horsepower range
Horsepower: 65.4 - 133.0 HP
Loader lift capacity: Up to 2,848+ @ pivot pin
Ground Clearance: 15.4 in
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