Overview
The Kubota GL418 is a compact utility farm tractor produced between 1993 and 1995, powered by a 2.2L 4-cylinder diesel engine rated at 41.4 hp. It features a 16-speed gear and power shift transmission, four-wheel drive, and was offered in both open-station ROPS and cab configurations.
Ideal Applications
Transmission Layout:
The drivetrain consists of a 16-speed gear and power shift system featuring four gears in two ranges with an additional creeper range and shuttle shift, resulting in 16 forward and 16 reverse speeds.
PTO and Hydraulic Output:
The unit is rated with a claimed PTO power of 37.8 hp and provides three independent rear PTO speeds of 544, 806, and 1252 RPM, supported by a hydraulic pump flow of 6.3 gpm.
Physical Dimensions and Capacity:
Constructed on a 72.1-inch wheelbase with 14.2 inches of ground clearance, the tractor utilizes a Type I rear hitch with a listed lift capacity of 1907 lbs.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 2.2L 4-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 9.25 gal (35.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.425x3.638 inches (87 x 92 mm) |
| Description | Kubota V2203 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 134.1 ci (2.2 L) |
| Power | 41.4 hp (30.9 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 37.8 hp (28.2 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 | 6.3 gpm (23.8 lpm) |
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Hitch
| Rear lift | 1907 lbs (865 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 544/806/1252 (1.375) |
|---|
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Weight | 3616 lbs (1640 kg) |
|---|---|
| Front tread | 44.5 inches (113 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 14.2 inches (36 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 90.2 inches (229 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 85.6 inches (217 cm) |
| Length | 130.9 inches (332 cm) |
| Rear tread | 45.5 to 57 inches (115 to 144 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 3197 lbs (1450 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 72.1 inches (183 cm) |
| Width | 58.7 inches (149 cm) |
| Front tire | 8-16 |
| Rear tire | 13.6-26 |
| Weight | 3197 to 3616 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 72.1 inches (183 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8-16. Rear: 13.6-26 |
Variants
| GL418 | ROPS |
|---|---|
| GL418Q | cab |