Overview
The Kubota KL315 is a compact utility farm tractor produced between 2008 and 2009, available in standard and high-speed (KL315H) variants. It is equipped with a 1.8L 3-cylinder diesel engine rated at 30.6 hp and a four-wheel-drive system. The tractor is configured with either a two-post ROPS or an optional cab, resulting in a weight range between 2,910 and 3,384 pounds.
Ideal Applications
Transmission Configuration:
The KL315 offers a 16-speed or 24-speed transmission layout featuring shuttle shift, two ranges, and an additional creeper range for specialized speed requirements.
Engine and PTO Specifications:
The liquid-cooled Kubota D1803 engine provides 30.6 hp at 2600 rated RPM, which aligns with a rear PTO output of 540 RPM at 2600 engine RPM.
Chassis and Dimensional Data:
This four-wheel-drive tractor features a 68.7-inch wheelbase and 14.2 inches of ground clearance, supported by 8-16 front and 12.4-26 rear agricultural tires.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 1.8L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 10.6 gal (40.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.43x3.64 inches (87 x 92 mm) |
| Description | Kubota D1803 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 111.4 ci (1.8 L) |
| Power | 30.6 hp (22.8 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Description | Four gears (1-4) in two ranges with additional creeper range and shuttle shift. / Twelve gears in two ranges (creeper and high) with shuttle shift. Only eight gears available in reverse. |
|---|---|
| Gears | 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 | 540@2600 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Weight | 3384 lbs (1534 kg) |
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| Front tread | 44.5 inches (113 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 14.2 inches (36 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 84 inches (213 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| Length | 125.2 inches (318 cm) |
| Rear tread | 42.9/53.5 inches (108/135 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 2910 lbs (1319 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 68.7 inches (174 cm) |
| Width | 55.9 inches (141 cm) |
| Front tire | 8-16 |
| Rear tire | 12.4-26 |
| Weight | 2910 to 3384 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 68.7 inches (174 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8-16. Rear: 12.4-26 |
References
| Description | Operator Manual KL (T01850-1920-1) |
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Variants
| KL315 | standard |
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| KL315H | high-speed |