Are these numbers invented?

No. Engine HP, weight, and rear lift come from catalog Facts; PTO/hitch only from verified overlays. Missing Facts show as — — we never invent shaft ratings.

How do I check attachments?

Open the Fit checker with Kubota BX2380 or LS Tractor MT125, pick an attachment type and model, and read Pass/Fail/Partial on hitch, PTO, and lift.

Kubota BX2380 vs LS Tractor MT125

Both sit in the Sub-Compact class with similar engine horsepower (21.6 vs 24.7 HP). Below: catalog Facts for engine horsepower, weight, and rear lift; PTO and hitch only when verified. The decision points call out who leads on each Fact — engine HP is not a substitute for PTO HP.

Engine horsepower is not PTO horsepower. Missing Facts show as — — we never invent shaft ratings.

Kubota BX2380 Profile →LS Tractor MT125 Profile →Fit checker →

How to choose

LS Tractor MT125 lists higher engine horsepower (24.7 vs 21.6 HP). That is not a PTO advantage — confirm shaft power separately before buying cutters or tillers.
LS Tractor MT125 has more rear lift (728 vs 680 lb @ 24″) — more headroom for heavier three-point tools. Kubota BX2380 needs lighter implements or stricter ballast discipline.
Hitch differs: Kubota BX2380 (Limited Category I) vs LS Tractor MT125 (Category I). Implement sheets must name the matching class — adapters do not add lift.
Kubota BX2380 has the higher verified PTO rating (17.7 vs 17.2 PTO HP) — that is the Fact for cutters, tillers, and snow blowers, not engine HP.
Next step: open the Fit checker with the tractor that wins on your heaviest implement, and screen hitch, PTO, and lift against that attachment.

When to pick each

Choose Kubota BX2380 when you need higher verified PTO (17.7 vs 17.2 PTO HP) for cutters, tillers, or snow blowers, or implement sheets that explicitly list Limited Category I.

Choose LS Tractor MT125 when you need more rear lift (728 vs 680 lb @ 24″) for heavier three-point tools, or implement sheets that explicitly list Category I.

Spec comparison

Spec	Kubota BX2380	LS Tractor MT125
Size class	Sub-Compact	Sub-Compact
Engine horsepower	21.6 HP	24.7 HP
Operating weight	1,455 lbs	1,444 lbs
Rear hitch lift @ 24″	680 lbs @ 24″	728 lbs @ 24″
Hitch category	Limited Category I	Category I
PTO horsepower	17.7 PTO HP	17.2 PTO HP
PTO RPM	540 RPM	540 RPM

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FAQ

Which is better — Kubota BX2380 or LS Tractor MT125?: LS Tractor MT125 lists higher engine horsepower (24.7 vs 21.6 HP). That is not a PTO advantage — confirm shaft power separately before buying cutters or tillers. LS Tractor MT125 has more rear lift (728 vs 680 lb @ 24″) — more headroom for heavier three-point tools. Kubota BX2380 needs lighter implements or stricter ballast discipline. Choose Kubota BX2380 when you need higher verified PTO (17.7 vs 17.2 PTO HP) for cutters, tillers, or snow blowers, or implement sheets that explicitly list Limited Category I. Choose LS Tractor MT125 when you need more rear lift (728 vs 680 lb @ 24″) for heavier three-point tools, or implement sheets that explicitly list Category I. Use the Fit checker for your heaviest attachment instead of comparing engine HP alone.
Are these numbers invented?: No. Engine HP, weight, and rear lift come from catalog Facts; PTO/hitch only from verified overlays. Missing Facts show as — — we never invent shaft ratings.
How do I check attachments?: Open the Fit checker with Kubota BX2380 or LS Tractor MT125, pick an attachment type and model, and read Pass/Fail/Partial on hitch, PTO, and lift.