Kubota L1-24 vs Yanmar YM226
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota L1-24 is more powerful than the Yanmar YM226: 23 HP versus 22 HP (+1 HP, +5%).
- The Kubota L1-24 is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1981 for the Yanmar YM226.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota L1-24 | Yanmar YM226 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 23 HP | 22 HP |
| Production years | 1983–1985 | 1981–1991 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1.5 L | 1.1 L |
| Weight | 990 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Shuttle | Power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 9 / 3 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 529 kg |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 155 cm |
| Length | 294 cm | 274 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota L1-24 or the Yanmar YM226?
The Kubota L1-24 is more powerful than the Yanmar YM226: 23 HP versus 22 HP (+1 HP, +5%).
Which is more recent, the Kubota L1-24 or the Yanmar YM226?
The Kubota L1-24 is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1981 for the Yanmar YM226.

