Overview
The Kubota KL38 Hi-Speed is a compact utility farm tractor produced from 1999 to 2005, powered by a 2.2L 4-cylinder diesel engine rated at 37.9 hp. It features a four-wheel-drive system and was available in both ROPS and cab configurations with weights ranging from 3351 to 3748 pounds. The tractor is equipped with a 540 RPM rear PTO and a Type I rear hitch.
Ideal Applications
Transmission Configuration:
The tractor utilizes a 20-speed or 30-speed transmission system with shuttle shift across three ranges, including a high-speed range where six forward and four reverse gears are available.
Engine and Electrical Specifications:
The liquid-cooled Kubota V2203 engine displacement is 134.1 cubic inches and operates with a 12-volt negative ground electrical system and a 10.6-gallon fuel tank.
Chassis and Mechanical Details:
Equipped with power steering and mechanical wet disc brakes, the unit features a 74.4-inch wheelbase and 15.8 inches of ground clearance on standard 8-18 front and 12.4-28 rear tires.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 2.2L 4-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 10.6 gal (40.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.43x3.64 inches (87 x 92 mm) |
| Description | Kubota V2203 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 134.1 ci (2.2 L) |
| Power | 37.9 hp (28.3 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 | 540@2600 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Weight | 3748 lbs (1700 kg) |
|---|---|
| Front tread | 47.2 inches (119 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 15.8 inches (40 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 85 inches (215 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 91.3 inches (231 cm) |
| Length | 135.6 inches (344 cm) |
| Rear tread | 44.9 to 56.3 inches (114 to 143 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 3351 lbs (1520 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 74.4 inches (188 cm) |
| Width | 58.9 inches (149 cm) |
| Front tire | 8-18 |
| Rear tire | 12.4-28 |
| Weight | 3351 to 3748 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 74.4 inches (188 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8-18. Rear: 12.4-28 |