Which is better — Solis H26 or Solis S26?

Engine horsepower is essentially even (26 HP) — decide on lift, PTO, and implements, not the hood number alone. Solis H26 is heavier (2,723 vs 2,359 lb operating weight) — usually more stability and traction; Solis S26 stays easier to maneuver in tight yards. Choose Solis H26 when you need more frame mass (2,723 vs 2,359 lb) for traction and stability. Choose Solis S26 when you need lower operating weight (2,359 vs 2,723 lb) for tight yards. 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 Solis H26 or Solis S26, pick an attachment type and model, and read Pass/Fail/Partial on hitch, PTO, and lift.

Solis H26 vs Solis S26

Both sit in the Sub-Compact class with similar engine horsepower (26 vs 26 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.

Solis H26 Profile →Solis S26 Profile →Fit checker →

How to choose

Engine horsepower is essentially even (26 HP) — decide on lift, PTO, and implements, not the hood number alone.
Solis H26 is heavier (2,723 vs 2,359 lb operating weight) — usually more stability and traction; Solis S26 stays easier to maneuver in tight yards.
Verified PTO horsepower is missing on both — look it up on the OEM sheet before you buy. We never invent shaft ratings.
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 Solis H26 when you need more frame mass (2,723 vs 2,359 lb) for traction and stability.

Choose Solis S26 when you need lower operating weight (2,359 vs 2,723 lb) for tight yards.

Spec comparison

Spec	Solis H26	Solis S26
Size class	Sub-Compact	Sub-Compact
Engine horsepower	26 HP	26 HP
Operating weight	2,723 lbs	2,359 lbs
Rear hitch lift @ 24″	1,323 lbs @ 24″	1,323 lbs @ 24″
Hitch category	—	Category I
PTO horsepower	—	—
PTO RPM	—	540 RPM

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FAQ

Which is better — Solis H26 or Solis S26?: Engine horsepower is essentially even (26 HP) — decide on lift, PTO, and implements, not the hood number alone. Solis H26 is heavier (2,723 vs 2,359 lb operating weight) — usually more stability and traction; Solis S26 stays easier to maneuver in tight yards. Choose Solis H26 when you need more frame mass (2,723 vs 2,359 lb) for traction and stability. Choose Solis S26 when you need lower operating weight (2,359 vs 2,723 lb) for tight yards. 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 Solis H26 or Solis S26, pick an attachment type and model, and read Pass/Fail/Partial on hitch, PTO, and lift.