Overview
The Kubota KT280 is a compact utility farm tractor produced from 2005 to 2008, powered by a 1.5L 27.6 hp three-cylinder diesel engine. This four-wheel-drive model is equipped with a Glideshift power shift transmission and was manufactured in both ROPS and cab configurations. Its technical profile includes a Type I rear hitch, wet disc brakes, and a standard rear PTO speed of 540 RPM.
Ideal Applications
Transmission Configuration:
The Glideshift transmission system provides 12 or 48 forward speeds and features a shuttle shift that allows sequential gear changes while moving without the use of a clutch.
Engine and PTO Output:
The 1.5L Kubota D1503 liquid-cooled engine is rated at 27.6 hp at 2600 RPM, delivering 540 PTO RPM at a specific engine speed of 525 RPM.
Chassis and Dimensions:
The tractor is built on a 59.1-inch wheelbase with a total width of 52 inches and ground clearance of 13.8 inches, with operating weights ranging from 2150 to 2458 pounds depending on cab and transmission options.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 1.5L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 7.4 gal (28.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.27x3.64 inches (83 x 92 mm) |
| Description | Kubota D1503 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 91.5 ci (1.5 L) |
| Power | 27.6 hp (20.6 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Description | Three gears (1-3) in four ranges (creeper, low, medium, high) with shuttle shift. / Sixteen gears (10 in reverse) with three ranges. Gears may be shifted sequentially while moving, without using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift ranges. |
| Gears | 12 forward and reverse / 48 forward and 30 reverse |
| Transmission | Glideshift |
| Type | power shift |
| Transmission type | 12-speed / 48-speed power shift |
| Transmission type | 12-speed / 48-speed power shift |
Mechanical
| Cab | Two-post folding ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. |
|---|---|
| Description | Power steering / Wet disc brakes |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Hitch
| Rear Type | I |
|---|
PTO
| Engine RPM | 525@2600 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Length | 112.6 inches (286 cm) |
|---|---|
| Front tread | 41.5 inches (105 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13.8 inches (35 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 76 inches (193 cm) |
| Rear tread | 41.3 inches (104 cm) |
| ROPS Length | 113.8 inches (289 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 59.1 inches (150 cm) |
| Width | 52 inches (132 cm) |
| Front tire | 7-14 |
| Rear tire | 11.2-24 |
| Weight | 2150 to 2458 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 59.1 inches (150 cm) |
| Optional tires (ag) | Front: 7-16. Rear: 11.2-26 |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-14. Rear: 11.2-24 |
Kubota KT280 Weight
| Cab gear | 2414 lbs (1094 kg) |
|---|---|
| Cab Glideshift | 2458 lbs (1114 kg) |
| ROPS gear | 2150 lbs (975 kg) |
| ROPS Glideshift | 2194 lbs (995 kg) |