Overview
The Kubota GL261 is a compact utility farm tractor produced between 1996 and 2001, featuring a 1.5L three-cylinder diesel engine rated at 26.7 hp. It was manufactured with a four-wheel drive system and offered in both ROPS and cab configurations, with total weights ranging from 2,601 to 3,020 pounds. The model is equipped with a 16-speed transmission system and a JIS1 rear hitch capable of lifting 2,083 pounds.
Ideal Applications
Transmission Configuration:
The unit features a 16-speed gear or power shift transmission layout that includes four gears across two ranges, a shuttle shift, and a dedicated creeper range.
Engine and PTO Specifications:
Equipped with a liquid-cooled Kubota D1503 engine, the tractor produces 26.7 hp at 2,600 RPM and delivers a claimed 26.2 hp through the 540 RPM rear PTO.
Chassis and Hydraulics:
The tractor is built on a 64.8-inch wheelbase with power steering and a hydraulic system that provides a pump flow of 6.1 gallons per minute.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 1.5L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 7.1 gal (26.9 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.268x3.638 inches (83 x 92 mm) |
| Description | Kubota D1503 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 91.5 ci (1.5 L) |
| Power | 26.7 hp (19.9 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 26.2 hp (19.5 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Description | Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) with additional creeper range and shuttle shift. |
| Gears | 16 forward and reverse / 16 forward and reverse |
| Type | gear / power shift |
| Transmission type | 16-speed gear / 16-speed power shift |
| Transmission type | 16-speed gear / 16-speed power shift |
Mechanical
| Cab | Two-post ROPS. Cab optional. |
|---|---|
| Description | Power steering / Mechanical wet disc brakes |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 6.1 gpm (23.1 lpm) |
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Hitch
| Rear lift | 2083 lbs (944 kg) |
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| Rear Type | JIS1 |
PTO
| Engine RPM | 568@2600 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Weight | 3020 lbs (1369 kg) |
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| Front tread | 42.5 inches (107 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13.6 inches (34 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 78.5 inches (199 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 78.8 inches (200 cm) |
| Length | 120.1 inches (305 cm) |
| Rear tread | 41.3 to 53 inches (104 to 134 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 2601 lbs (1179 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 64.8 inches (164 cm) |
| Width | 52 inches (132 cm) |
| Front tire | 7-16 |
| Rear tire | 11.2-24 |
| Weight | 2601 to 3020 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 64.8 inches (164 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-16. Rear: 11.2-24 |
References
| Description | GL (T0270-1920-8) published in 1996 |
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