Overview
The Kubota B1600 is a Japanese-built sub-compact utility farm tractor produced from 1979 to 1982. It features a 0.9L three-cylinder diesel engine rated at 20 hp and a manual steering 4x2 2WD chassis. The machine is equipped with an unsynchronized gear transmission offering 12 forward and 4 reverse speeds.
Ideal Applications
Transmission Configuration:
The tractor utilizes a 12-speed unsynchronized gear transmission with 4 reverse gears for varied mechanical speed selection.
Engine and PTO Specifications:
The 0.9L liquid-cooled diesel engine delivers a claimed 16 hp at the PTO, which supports three distinct speeds of 540, 860, and 1000 RPM.
Physical Dimensions and Hitch:
This model features a 1,410-lb operating weight, a 53.2-inch wheelbase, and a Category I rear hitch for implement attachment.
Production
| Description | Sub-Compact Utility tractor / Built in Japan |
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| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 0.9L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Description | Kubota D950 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 56.57 ci (0.9 L) |
| Power | 20 hp (14.9 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 16 hp (11.9 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
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| Transmission type | 12-speed unsynchronized gear |
| Type | unsynchronized gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. Two-post ROPS optional. |
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| Drive | 4x2 2WD |
| Steering | manual |
Hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540/860/1000 (1.375) |
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Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Front tread | 30.3 inches (76 cm) |
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| Ground clearance | 9.4 inches (23 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 74.8 inches (189 cm) |
| Length | 95.3 inches (242 cm) |
| Rear tread | 33.5 to 38.2 inches (85 to 97 cm) |
| Weight | 1,410 lbs (639 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 53.2 inches (135 cm) |
| Width | 42.9 inches (108 cm) |
| Front tire | 5.00-12 |
| Rear tire | 8.3-22 |
| Weight | 1,410 lbs (639 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 53.2 inches (135 cm) |
| Ag front | 5.00-12 |
| Ag rear | 8.3-22 |