Overview
The Kubota B2530 is a versatile compact utility tractor produced from 2007 to 2013, powered by a 24.7 HP three-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine. It features a capable four-wheel-drive system and offers both 9-speed mechanical shuttle and hydrostatic transmission options to suit various farm applications.
Ideal Applications
Implement Operation:
With a Category I rear hitch providing 2138 lbs of lift capacity and 540 RPM rear PTO, this tractor is built to handle a wide range of rear-mounted agricultural attachments.
Small-Scale Material Handling:
The 9.5 gpm total hydraulic flow and 2205 psi pressure system allow for responsive control of hydraulic components and steering while navigating tight spaces with a 59.1-inch wheelbase.
All-Season Property Maintenance:
Available in both ROPS and air-conditioned cab configurations with optional turf tires, the B2530 provides a comfortable platform for year-round tasks regardless of weather conditions.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
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| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 1.1L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 7.4 gal (28.0 L) |
| Air cleaner | dry element |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.07x3.09 inches (78 x 78 mm) |
| Description | Kubota D1105 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 68.5 ci (1.1 L) |
| Power (gross) | 24.7 hp (18.4 kW) |
| Rated Power (net) | 21.6 hp (16.1 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Engine (gross) | 24.7 hp (18.4 kW) |
| Engine (net) | 21.6 hp (16.1 kW) |
| Gear PTO (claimed) | 19.7 hp (14.7 kW) |
| Hydro PTO (claimed) | 18.8 hp (14.0 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 9 forward and reverse / infinite forward and reverse (3-range) |
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| Type | mechanical shuttle / hydrostatic |
| Description | hydrostatic |
| Transmission type | 9-speed mechanical shuttle |
| Description | hydrostatic |
| Transmission type | 9-speed mechanical shuttle |
Mechanical
| Cab | Two-post folding ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. |
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| Description | Power steering / Wet disc brakes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 2205 psi (152.0 bar) |
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| Pump flow | 5.4 gpm (20.4 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 4.1 gpm (15.5 lpm) |
| Total flow | 9.5 gpm (36.0 lpm) |
Hitch
| Control | position control |
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| Rear lift (at ends) | 2138 lbs (969 kg) |
| Rear Type | I |
PTO
| Engine RPM | 540@2592 / 2500@2600 |
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| Gear Rear PTO | transmission |
| Hydro Rear PTO | independent |
| Mid PTO | optional |
| Mid PTO Type | 2500 (Kubota 10-tooth #5) |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Charging amps | 40 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Length | 111.6 inches (283 cm) |
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| Front tread | 32.9 inches (83 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.6 inches (26 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 82.3 inches (209 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 90.2 inches (229 cm) |
| Rear tread | 33.5 to 43.1 inches (85 to 109 cm) |
| ROPS Length | 107.7 inches (273 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 59.1 inches (150 cm) |
| Width | 43.5 inches (110 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00-12 |
| Rear tire | 9.5-18 |
| Weight | 1598 to 2116 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 59.1 inches (150 cm) |
| Lawn/turf front | 24x8.50-12 |
| Lawn/turf rear | 315/75D-15 |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-12. Rear: 9.5-18 |
B2530 Serial Numbers
| Location: | Serial number plate on the right side of the tractor frame, above and forward of the front axle. |
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Kubota B2530 Weight
| Cab gear | 2061 lbs (934 kg) |
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| Cab hydro | 2116 lbs (959 kg) |
| ROPS gear | 1598 lbs (724 kg) |
| ROPS hydro | 1653 lbs (749 kg) |
Speeds
| Description | With 9.5-16 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 1% faster than forward. / Fwd-Low:Fwd-Med:Fwd-High:Rev-Low:Rev-Med:Rev-High;:2.6:4.8:1.5:2.1:3.9:10 |
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