Overview
The Kubota KT300 is a compact utility farm tractor manufactured between 2005 and 2008, powered by a 29.6 hp 1.5L three-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine. This four-wheel-drive model is equipped with a Category I rear hitch and a Glideshift transmission offering up to 48 forward speeds. Depending on the installation of a ROPS or an air-conditioned cab, the tractor's weight ranges from 2,216 to 2,535 pounds.
Ideal Applications
Transmission Layout:
The Glideshift power shift transmission provides 12 or 48 forward gears and allows for sequential shifting while the tractor is in motion without requiring clutch engagement.
Engine and Power Ratings:
The Kubota D1503 diesel engine is a 91.5 cubic inch unit rated at 29.6 horsepower at 2700 RPM and is supported by a 7.4-gallon fuel tank.
Chassis and Mechanical Specs:
The vehicle is built on a 59.1-inch wheelbase with four-wheel drive, power steering, wet disc brakes, and a minimum ground clearance of 14.8 inches.
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 | 29.6 hp (22.1 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| 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 |
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PTO
| Engine RPM | 545@2700 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 14.8 inches (37 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 79.3 inches (201 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 77.2 inches (196 cm) |
| Rear tread | 41.3 inches (104 cm) |
| ROPS Length | 113.8 inches (289 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 59.1 inches (150 cm) |
| Width | 52.2 inches (132 cm) |
| Front tire | 7-16 |
| Rear tire | 11.2-26 |
| Weight | 2216 to 2535 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 59.1 inches (150 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-16. Rear: 11.2-26 |
Kubota KT300 Weight
| Cab gear | 2491 lbs (1129 kg) |
|---|---|
| Cab Glideshift | 2535 lbs (1149 kg) |
| ROPS gear | 2216 lbs (1005 kg) |
| ROPS Glideshift | 2260 lbs (1025 kg) |