Overview
The Kubota KL46 Hi-Speed is a 4WD compact utility farm tractor manufactured between 1999 and 2005. It is powered by a 2.4L 4-cylinder Kubota diesel engine rated at 45.3 hp and features either a two-post ROPS or an optional cab.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Specifications:
The tractor is equipped with a liquid-cooled Kubota V2403 diesel engine providing 148.5 cubic inches of displacement and 45.3 hp at a rated 2600 RPM.
Transmission Configuration:
The mechanical system features a multi-range transmission offering 20 or 30 forward speeds with shuttle shift, including specialized creeper and high-speed ranges.
Chassis and Physical Dimensions:
With a 76.4-inch wheelbase and 17.3 inches of ground clearance, the vehicle weight ranges from 3538 lbs in ROPS configuration to 3924 lbs when equipped with a cab.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 2.4L 4-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 11.9 gal (45.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.43x4.03 inches (87 x 102 mm) |
| Description | Kubota V2403 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 148.5 ci (2.4 L) |
| Power | 45.3 hp (33.8 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 |
|---|
PTO
| Engine RPM | 556@2600 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Weight | 3924 lbs (1779 kg) |
|---|---|
| Front tread | 47.8 inches (121 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 17.3 inches (43 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 87 inches (220 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 93.3 inches (236 cm) |
| Length | 139.2 inches (353 cm) |
| Rear tread | 44.9 to 56.3 inches (114 to 143 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 3538 lbs (1604 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 76.4 inches (194 cm) |
| Width | 60.4 inches (153 cm) |
| Front tire | 8.3-20 |
| Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
| Weight | 3538 to 3924 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 76.4 inches (194 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8.3-20. Rear: 13.6-28 |