B3030HSD Vs. L3240HST

	B-Series B3030HSD	Grand L 40-series L3240HST
Gross Horsepower	30	34	13% greater
PTO Horsepower	23	25	9% greater
Hydraulic Flow	9.1	13.2	45% greater
3 Point Capacity 24" behind lift point	1676	2650	58% greater
Front Tires (AG)	7-12	7.2-16
Rear Tires (AG)	12.4-16	12.4-24
Top Speed (mph)	12.1	15.7	30% greater
Over Length (w/o 3 point hitch)	99.2"	114.8"	16% greater
Overall Width (minimum tread)	53.7"	59.8"	11% greater
Wheelbase	65.6"	71.1"	8% greater
Weight (pounds)	1852	3395	83% greater
Loader Capacity (pounds at pins)	1091	1792 (LA724)	64% greater
Lift Height (at bucket pivot pin)	84.6"	101.1"	20% greater

While these two tractors are close in horsepower, there is a sizable difference in performance. The L3130 has larger tires, greater weight, and larger lift capacity. The larger tires and greater weight translate into better traction and more stability. The L3130 can run heavier implements and lift more weight with the loader.

The B3030HSD is shorter lighter and has a lot of horsepower for a small tractor. The B30300HSD is ideal for situations where a larger tractor is too big, but the job requires horsepower. The B30300HSD also weighs 1,453 pounds less so it is easier to trailer from job to job, and compacts the soil less than a L3130HST.

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