Overview
The Kubota GL-43 is a compact utility farm tractor produced between 1991 and 1995, featuring a 1.5L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine rated at 43 hp. It is equipped with a 16-speed transmission providing 16 forward and reverse gears and a four-wheel drive mechanical system.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Configuration:
The Kubota D1503-TI engine operates at a rated 2700 RPM with a 12-volt electric starter and 13.2-gallon fuel capacity.
Transmission and PTO Specifications:
This model features a 16-speed transmission and a rear PTO rated at 540 RPM while the engine is running at 2700 RPM.
Physical Dimensions and Weight:
The tractor is built on a 72.8-inch wheelbase and weighs between 3,527 and 3,880 pounds depending on whether the two-post ROPS or optional cab is installed.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 1.5L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal (50.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.268x3.638 inches (83 x 92 mm) |
| Description | Kubota D1503-TI / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 91.5 ci (1.5 L) |
| Power | 43 hp (32.1 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | 16-speed |
Mechanical
| Cab | Two-post ROPS. Cab optional. |
|---|---|
| Description | Power steering |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Hitch
| Rear Type | JIS1 |
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PTO
| Engine RPM | 578@2700 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Weight | 3880 lbs (1759 kg) |
|---|---|
| Front tread | 47.4 inches (120 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 14.2 inches (36 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 78.4 inches (199 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| Length | 137.6 inches (349 cm) |
| Rear tread | 44.9 to 60.2 inches (114 to 152 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 3527 lbs (1599 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 72.8 inches (184 cm) |
| Width | 58.3 inches (148 cm) |
| Front tire | 8-18 |
| Rear tire | 13.6-26 |
| Weight | 3527 to 3880 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 72.8 inches (184 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8-18. Rear: 13.6-26 |