Comparison Guide to Kubota Tractor Models

Looking for a Kubota tractor but not sure where to start? Here’s a breakdown of the main Kubota tractor models, what they do best, and who they’re for, courtesy of the experts at Bobby Ford Kubota.

What This Guide Covers

• Who Kubota tractors are built for
• Breakdown by series: BX, B, L, MX, M
• Specs and features
• Things to think about before buying

Who Should Buy a Kubota Tractor?

Kubota makes machines for people who use them. It doesn’t matter if you own a few acres or run a serious operation, there’s something in their lineup that fits.

If you:

• mow several acres regularly
• manage a hobby farm or garden
• do landscaping or land clearing
• move dirt or gravel
• run livestock
• or maintain roads, driveways, or food plots

…there’s a Kubota tractor model built with that in mind.

Kubota Tractor Series Breakdown

BX Series – Sub-Compact

These are the smallest tractors in the lineup. They’re ideal for people who want something more capable than a riding mower, but still small enough to fit in a garage or trailer easily.

• Great for mowing, light grading, hauling mulch or firewood
• Works well with smaller loaders, mid-mount mowers, and snow blowers
• Good fit for tight spaces like garden beds, trails, and driveways

Kubota BX series tractors are easy to operate and don’t take up much space. You get 3-point hitch compatibility and PTO options in a size that feels familiar even to first-time tractor owners.

All in all, BX tractors are great starter machines. But once you add a few acres or bigger projects, you might end up looking at the B or L Series.

B Series – Compact

A solid step up from the BX line. B Series tractors give you more power, clearance, and lift capacity while staying compact.

• Good for digging, tilling, loader work, mowing larger areas
• Compatible with backhoes, box blades, rotary cutters, more
• Easier to service and maneuver than larger utility tractors

These Kubota tractor models are a favorite for people with a few acres who need one machine to do many things without being overkill.

Read now: Kubota BX vs. B Series

L Series – Compact Utility

The Kubota L Series is where you start seeing true utility capability. These are bigger, heavier, and built for more demanding tasks.

• Great for dirt work, brush hogging, food plots, post hole digging
• Available with manual or hydrostatic transmissions
• Some models offer cabs with heat and AC

If you’re doing regular chores, landscaping, or seasonal work, this line has the muscle to keep up.

MX Series – Mid-Size Utility

The Kubota MX series tractors are a big step up in power and size. Still compact enough to be manageable, but now you’re getting into machines that can run large implements with ease.

• Ideal for spreading gravel, large-scale mowing, and livestock operations
• Handles larger loaders and heavier 3-point attachments
• Optional cab makes all-day work more comfortable

These Kubota tractor models are great for those with 10+ acres or commercial-type needs who want something dependable but not oversized.

M Series – Full-Size Utility & Ag

The Kubota M Series is for the big jobs. These are full-size utility and ag tractors built for field prep and heavy-duty chores. If you’re farming or running a large property full-time, this is your go-to series.

• Horsepower runs from the low 60s up to 130+ HP
• Built for tillage, loader work, and field prep
• Options for narrow row models, high-clearance, and deluxe cabs

Good to Know: Kubota builds their own engines, transmissions, and frames. That means fewer compatibility issues and easier service over the life of the tractor.

Quick Comparison Table

Series	HP Range	Best For	Notes
BX	16–25 HP	Mowing, light work	Smallest, fits in garage
B	23–27 HP	Small farms, gardens	More lift, more clearance
L	24–48 HP	Landscaping, property work	Stronger frame, cab options
MX	55–60 HP	Larger acreage, livestock	Mid-size strength, cab ready
M	61–130+ HP	Field work, full-time use	Full utility size, high HP

Key Specs to Watch

• Horsepower: Make sure you’ve got enough grunt for your jobs. It’s easier to grow into a machine than outgrow it.
• Hydraulics: Gallons per minute (GPM) affects loader speed and how well implements perform.
• Lift Capacity: Loader and 3-point lift ratings tell you what kind of attachments you can use.
• Transmission: Hydrostatic is easier for loader work and tight spaces. Gear drive is better for long haul field work.
• Tires: Turf tires are soft on lawns. R4 industrial tires are tough all-rounders. Ag tires dig in for traction.

Bobby Ford Tip: Don’t pick a tractor for what you’re doing now. Pick one for what you’ll be doing five years from now. Horsepower is easier to have than to wish you had.

Popular Attachment Pairings

Tractor Series	Common Attachments
BX	Loader, mid-mount mower, snow blade
B	Rotary cutter, box blade, small tiller
L	Post hole digger, rear blade, front loader
MX	Pallet forks, landscape rake, heavy-duty rotary cutter
M	Tillage tools, large loader, spreaders

Questions to Ask Before You Buy

Buying a tractor is like buying a tool. Pick the one that fits the job, not the one that looks coolest.

• What are the 3 main things you’ll use it for?
• Are you going to work in the rain or heat a lot? A cab might be worth it.
• What Kubota tractor attachments do you already own? Will they fit?
• How big is your land? Flat, hilly, wooded?
• How will you haul the tractor? Does your truck and trailer combo match up?

At Bobby Ford Kubota, we always ask customers if they plan to trailer the tractor. You’d be surprised how often that changes what size they go with.

Want to See Them in Person?

Come by Bobby Ford Tractor & Equipment in Angleton. We’ll help you figure out which Kubota tractor fits your land and your work. You can look, ask questions, sit in the seat, and see how they feel in person. We also carry Kubota mowers, utility vehicles, and construction equipment if you’re looking for more than a tractor. Whatever your job or land size, we’ve got Kubota tractor models to match.

Call us at 281-516-5840 or visit bobbyfordkubota.com for current inventory and pricing.