Overview
The Kubota GL338 is a compact utility farm tractor produced between 1993 and 1995, available in ROPS and cab variants. It is powered by a 1.6L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine rated at 32.6 hp, featuring a 16-speed power shift transmission and four-wheel drive.
Ideal Applications
Engine and PTO Performance:
The Kubota D1703 diesel engine operates at a rated 2700 RPM, delivering 32.6 hp at the engine and a claimed 27.9 hp at the rear PTO.
Transmission and Drive Configuration:
This model is equipped with a 16-speed power shift transmission providing 16 forward and reverse gears alongside a four-wheel drive system and power steering.
Physical Dimensions and Capacity:
The tractor features a 68.9-inch wheelbase, 14.2 inches of ground clearance, and a rear Type I hitch with a lift capacity of 1995 lbs.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 1.6L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 9.25 gal (35.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.4x3.6 inches (86 x 91 mm) |
| Description | Kubota D1703 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 100.5 ci (1.6 L) |
| Power | 32.6 hp (24.3 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 27.9 hp (20.8 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | 16-speed power shift |
| Type | power shift |
Mechanical
| Cab | Two-post ROPS. Cab optional. |
|---|---|
| Description | Power steering / Mechanical wet disc brakes |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 5.9 gpm (22.3 lpm) |
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Hitch
| Rear lift | 1995 lbs (904 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 565/800/980/1298 (1.375) |
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Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Weight | 3230 lbs (1465 kg) |
|---|---|
| Front tread | 44.5 inches (113 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 14.2 inches (36 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 88.4 inches (224 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| Length | 125.2 inches (318 cm) |
| Rear tread | 43.7 to 62 inches (110 to 157 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 2822 lbs (1280 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 68.9 inches (175 cm) |
| Width | 57.3 inches (145 cm) |
| Front tire | 8-16 |
| Rear tire | 13.6-24 |
| Weight | 2822 to 3230 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 68.9 inches (175 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8-16. Rear: 13.6-24 |
Variants
| GL338 | ROPS |
|---|---|
| GL338Q | cab |