Overview
The Kubota KL245 is a compact utility farm tractor produced between 2008 and 2009, powered by a 1.5L three-cylinder diesel engine rated at 23.6 hp. This four-wheel-drive model is equipped with a Category I rear hitch and a 540 RPM rear PTO, supported by a 7.1-gallon fuel tank and a 12-volt electrical system.
Ideal Applications
Transmission Configuration:
The KL245 offers either a 16-speed or 24-speed transmission including shuttle shift and a creeper range, with the 24-speed version specifically available on cabin-equipped models.
Chassis and Dimensions:
This tractor features a 13.8-inch ground clearance and a total width of 49 inches, with operational weights ranging from 2535 pounds for ROPS configurations to 3009 pounds for cabin-equipped units.
Engine and Mechanical Specs:
The powertrain consists of a liquid-cooled Kubota D1503 engine rated at 2700 RPM, paired with four-wheel drive, power steering, and mechanical wet disc brakes.
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 | 3.27x3.64 inches (83 x 92 mm) |
| Description | Kubota D1503 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 91.5 ci (1.5 L) |
| Power | 23.6 hp (17.6 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| 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 | 541@2700 |
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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 | 3009 lbs (1364 kg) |
| Cab Wheelbase | 63 inches (160 cm) |
| Front tread | 38.2 inches (97 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13.8 inches (35 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 80.5 inches (204 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 3009 pounds |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-14. Rear: 9.5-24 |
References
| Description | Operator Manual KL (T01850-1920-1) |
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Variants
| KL245 | standard |
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| KL245H | high-speed |