Overview
The Kubota FT23 is a compact utility farm tractor produced between 2012 and 2015, powered by a 1.5L 3-cylinder diesel engine rated at 22.7 hp. This four-wheel drive model features a 540 RPM rear PTO and was available in both ROPS and air-conditioned cab configurations with weights ranging from 2,006 to 2,326 pounds.
Ideal Applications
Transmission Configuration:
The Glideshift power shift transmission provides 16 gears with three ranges, allowing for sequential shifting while moving without clutch engagement, though the tractor must stop to change ranges.
Engine and Fuel Specifications:
Equipped with a liquid-cooled Kubota D1503 diesel engine, the unit features a 91.5 cubic inch displacement and a 7.9-gallon fuel tank capacity.
Chassis and Dimensions:
The tractor is built on a 59.1-inch wheelbase with 12.8 inches of ground clearance and offers a half-track variant designated as the FT23-PC.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 1.5L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 7.9 gal (29.9 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.27x3.64 inches (83 x 92 mm) |
| Description | Kubota D1503 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 91.5 ci (1.5 L) |
| Power | 22.7 hp (16.9 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Description | Three gears (1-3) in four ranges (creeper, low, medium, high) with shuttle shift. / Sixteen gears (10 in reverse) with three ranges. Gears may be shifted sequentially while moving, without using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift ranges. |
| Gears | 12 forward and reverse / 48 forward and 30 reverse |
| Transmission | Glideshift |
| Type | power shift |
| Transmission type | 12-speed / 48-speed power shift |
| Transmission type | 12-speed / 48-speed power shift |
Mechanical
| Cab | Two-post folding ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. |
|---|---|
| Description | Power steering / Wet disc brakes |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Hitch
| Rear Type | I |
|---|
PTO
| Engine RPM | 505@2500 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Width | 51.6 inches (131 cm) |
|---|---|
| Front tread | 38.2 inches (97 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12.8 inches (32 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 76 inches (193 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 75 inches (190 cm) |
| Length | 114.2 inches (290 cm) |
| Rear tread | 37.4/42.1 inches (94/106 cm) |
| ROPS Width | 46.5 inches (118 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 59.1 inches (150 cm) |
| Front tire | 6-14 |
| Rear tire | 9.5-22 |
| Weight | 2006 to 2326 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 59.1 inches (150 cm) |
| Optional tires (ag) | Front: 6-14. Rear: 9.5-24 |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-14. Rear: 9.5-22 |
Kubota FT23 Weight
| Cab gear | 2282 lbs (1035 kg) |
|---|---|
| Cab Glideshift | 2326 lbs (1055 kg) |
| ROPS gear | 2006 lbs (909 kg) |
| ROPS Glideshift | 2050 lbs (929 kg) |
Variants
| FT23 | wheeled |
|---|---|
| FT23-PC | half-track |