Overview
The Kubota KL230 is a compact utility farm tractor manufactured between 2006 and 2007, powered by a 22.7 hp 1.5L 3-cylinder diesel engine. This four-wheel-drive model features a Category I rear hitch and is available in both ROPS and cabin configurations with weights ranging from 2,535 to 2,954 pounds.
Ideal Applications
Transmission Configuration:
The tractor is equipped with either a 16-speed or 24-speed transmission system featuring shuttle shift, two ranges, and a creeper range for specific gear selection.
Chassis and Footprint:
With a width of 49 inches and 13.8 inches of ground clearance, the KL230 utilizes a wheelbase of 61 inches for ROPS models and 63 inches for cab models.
Power Take-Off and Engine Specs:
The 1.5L liquid-cooled diesel engine delivers 22.7 hp at 2500 rated RPM, supporting a 1.375-inch rear PTO capable of 540 RPM at 2500 engine RPM.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 1.5L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 7.1 gal (26.9 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.23x3.64 inches (82 x 92 mm) |
| Description | Kubota D1463 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 89.3 ci (1.5 L) |
| Power | 22.7 hp (16.9 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Description | Four gears (1-4) in two ranges with additional creeper range and shuttle shift. / Eight gears in two ranges (creeper and high) with shuttle shift. / Twelve gears in two ranges (creeper and high) with shuttle shift. Only eight gears available in reverse. 24-speed transmission only on tractors with cabin. |
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| Gears | 16 forward and reverse / 16 forward and reverse / 24 forward and 16 reverse |
| Transmission type | 16-speed / 24-speed |
| Transmission type | 16-speed / 24-speed |
Mechanical
| Cab | Two-post ROPS. Cab optional. |
|---|---|
| Description | Power steering / Mechanical wet disc brakes |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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PTO
| Engine RPM | 542@2500 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Length | 118.7 inches (301 cm) |
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| Cab Weight | 2954 lbs (1339 kg) |
| Cab Wheelbase | 63 inches (160 cm) |
| Front tread | 37.4 inches (94 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13.8 inches (35 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 78.5 inches (199 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 78.4 inches (199 cm) |
| Rear tread | 39.8/44.5 inches (101/113 cm) |
| ROPS Length | 116.7 inches (296 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 2535 lbs (1149 kg) |
| ROPS Wheelbase | 61 inches (154 cm) |
| Width | 49 inches (124 cm) |
| Cab Wheelbase | 63 inches (160 cm) |
| Front tire | 6-14 |
| Rear tire | 9.5-24 |
| ROPS Wheelbase | 61 inches (154 cm) |
| Weight | 2535 to 2954 pounds |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-14. Rear: 9.5-24 |
Variants
| KL230 | standard |
|---|---|
| KL230H | high-speed |