Overview
The Kubota KL500 Hi-Speed is a compact utility farm tractor produced between 2006 and 2007, featuring a 49.4 hp four-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine. This four-wheel drive model is configured with a Type I rear hitch and was offered with either a two-post ROPS or an optional cab. Depending on the configuration, the tractor has a weight range of 3,583 to 3,968 pounds and is equipped with a 540 RPM rear PTO.
Ideal Applications
Transmission Configuration:
The tractor features a complex transmission system offering 20 or 30 forward gears across creeper, medium, and high-speed ranges with shuttle shift and limited reverse gear availability in high-speed modes.
Engine and Power Output:
Equipped with a Kubota V2403 2.4L diesel engine, the unit is rated at 49.4 hp at 2700 RPM and utilizes a 12-volt negative ground electrical system.
Chassis and Dimensional Data:
Built on a 76.4-inch wheelbase, the machine provides 17.3 inches of ground clearance and utilizes 8.3-20 front tires with 13.6-28 rear tires.
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 | 49.4 hp (36.8 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| 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 | 547@2700 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Weight | 3968 lbs (1799 kg) |
|---|---|
| Front tread | 47.8 inches (121 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 17.3 inches (43 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 86.6 inches (219 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 | 3583 lbs (1625 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 76.4 inches (194 cm) |
| Width | 60.4 inches (153 cm) |
| Front tire | 8.3-20 |
| Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
| Weight | 3583 to 3968 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 76.4 inches (194 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8.3-20. Rear: 13.6-28 |