Overview
The Kubota KL34R is a 33.5 hp compact utility farm tractor produced between 2012 and 2015, powered by a 1.8L three-cylinder diesel engine. It is equipped with a four-wheel-drive system and a Glideshift power shift transmission available in 16, 24, or 30-speed configurations. The model features a 68.7-inch wheelbase and was manufactured in both wheeled and half-track variants.
Ideal Applications
Engine and PTO Performance:
The 111.4 ci liquid-cooled engine is rated at 33.5 hp at 2700 RPM and produces 561 RPM at the rear PTO when operating at rated engine speed.
Transmission and Gearing Layout:
The Glideshift power shift system includes a shuttle shift and creeper range, offering configurations of up to 30 forward and 20 reverse gears.
Chassis and Physical Footprint:
The tractor is built with a 68.7-inch wheelbase and 14.2 inches of ground clearance, with a weight range between 2954 and 3406 pounds depending on the cab or ROPS installation.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 1.8L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 10.6 gal (40.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.4x4.0 inches (86 x 102 mm) |
| Description | Kubota D1803 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 111.4 ci (1.8 L) |
| Power | 33.5 hp (25.0 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Description | Four gears(1-4) in two ranges, with additional creeper range and shuttle shift. / Twelve hydraulically-shift gears (eight in reverse) in two ranges. / Three range transmission. Twelve forward, eight reverse, in creeper and medium range. Six forward, four reverse, in high-speed range. |
| Gears | 16 forward and reverse / 24 forward and 16 reverse / 30 forward and 20 reverse |
| Transmission | Glideshift |
| Type | power shift |
| Transmission type | 16-speed / 24-speed power shift / 30-speed |
| Transmission type | 16-speed / 24-speed power shift / 30-speed |
Mechanical
| Cab | Two-post ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. |
|---|---|
| Description | Power steering / Mechanical wet disc brakes |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Hitch
| Rear Type | I |
|---|
PTO
| Engine RPM | 561@2700 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Weight | 3406 lbs (1544 kg) |
|---|---|
| Front tread | 44.5 inches (113 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 14.2 inches (36 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 84.8 inches (215 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| Length | 125.2 inches (318 cm) |
| Rear tread | 43.7/51.2 inches (110/130 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 2954 lbs (1339 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 68.7 inches (174 cm) |
| Width | 57.5 inches (146 cm) |
| Front tire | 8-16 |
| Rear tire | 13.6-24 |
| Weight | 2954 to 3406 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 68.7 inches (174 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8-16. Rear: 13.6-24 |
Variants
| KL34R | wheeled |
|---|---|
| KL34R-PC | half-track |