Overview
The Kubota KL28 Hi-Speed is a compact utility farm tractor produced from 1999 to 2005, powered by a 27.6 hp Kubota 1.6L 3-cylinder diesel engine. This four-wheel-drive model was available in both ROPS and cab configurations, with total weights ranging between 2,734 and 3,219 pounds depending on the selected chassis.
Ideal Applications
Transmission Configuration:
The mechanical system is equipped with either a 20-speed or 30-speed transmission featuring creeper, medium, and high-speed ranges with a shuttle shift and up to 30 forward gears.
Engine and Power Output:
The liquid-cooled Kubota D1703 diesel engine is rated at 27.6 hp at 2600 RPM and is integrated with a 9.25-gallon fuel tank and a 12-volt electric starter.
Chassis and Dimensions:
The unit features a Type I rear hitch and is listed with a 124-inch length for cab models and a ground clearance of 13.6 inches.
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 | 3.43x3.64 inches (87 x 92 mm) |
| Description | Kubota D1703 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 100.5 ci (1.6 L) |
| Power | 27.6 hp (20.6 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Description | Four gears (1-4) in two ranges with three-range shift (creeper, medium, and high-speed). / Twelve gears in three ranges (creeper, medium, and high-speed) with shuttle shift. Only gears 1-8 available in reverse. In high-speed range only gears six forward and four reverse gears available. |
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| Gears | 20 forward and reverse / 30 forward and 20 reverse |
| Transmission type | 20-speed / 30-speed |
| Transmission type | 20-speed / 30-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 | 564@2600 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Length | 124 inches (314 cm) |
|---|---|
| Cab Rear tread | 41.3 to 56.7 inches (104 to 144 cm) |
| Cab Weight | 3219 lbs (1460 kg) |
| Cab Wheelbase | 67.7 inches (171 cm) |
| Cab Width | 54 inches (137 cm) |
| Front tread | 42.5 inches (107 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13.6 inches (34 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 81.7 inches (207 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| ROPS Length | 121.3 inches (308 cm) |
| ROPS Rear tread | 41.3/45.9 inches (104/116 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 2734 lbs (1240 kg) |
| ROPS Wheelbase | 65.8 inches (167 cm) |
| ROPS Width | 53.2 inches (135 cm) |
| Cab Wheelbase | 67.7 inches (171 cm) |
| Front tire | 7-16 |
| ROPS Rear tire | 11.2-24 |
| ROPS Wheelbase | 65.8 inches (167 cm) |
| Weight | 2734 to 3219 pounds |
| Cab. Rear: Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-26 |
| ROPS Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-16. Rear: 11.2-24 |