Be careful only comparing the loader capacity -- you also need to take loader height into account, where the ratings are made. Some brands get knocked because their loader capacity seems lower, but the rating is at a higher max height. Some brands look exceptionally strong but their loaders have a max height well below others.
As I recall, we did a comparison of the Mahindra 1626 and Kubota L3301 loaders, and at the same height they were within 40-50# of each other. On paper the Mahindra looks stronger, but that's only because it's max height is 10-12" lower than Kubota. Drop the Kubota down to that same height and the capacity is nearly the same.
LS has some unbelievably high loader ratings, but they have really stubby loader arms and have a much lower max height than other brands. Looks good on paper if you only consider the capacity number.
You make a good point. One has to navigate a wide range of specs from the various manufacturers and some do not compare easily.
Here is what I found for loader capacity.
Kioti Ck3510/KL4010 - 1865#@max ht 98"
Mahindra 1635/1635L - 1650#@max ht 87"
Kubota L3301/LA525 -
[email protected] ht 94"
LS XG3135/LL3111 -
[email protected]??? (Max ht is 94")
There are many other specs i compared - weight, clearance, stance (rear tires), hyd. capacity, transmission, and so forth. Dealer is a big one. Even the seat adjustments differ greatly. I want to move firewood on pallets (more than 1100Lbs), split wood (12gpm+), be safe on my slopes, etc.
Create a list of the features important to you and let your mouse do the searching.
Has the OP made a decision yet?? Good luck.
