Overview
The Kubota L1-285 is a compact utility farm tractor manufactured between 1986 and 1988, powered by a 1.5L four-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine. The tractor features a 16-speed transmission with 16 forward and reverse gears and is available in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive configurations. Rated at 27.6 hp, the unit is equipped with a Category I rear hitch and multiple rear PTO speed options.
Ideal Applications
PTO and Engine Output:
The Kubota V1512 diesel engine is rated at 27.6 hp at 2700 RPM and provides a claimed rear PTO output of 27.2 hp across four selectable speeds ranging from 600 to 1350 RPM.
Transmission and Drive Configuration:
The mechanical layout includes a 16-speed transmission and is offered in 2WD and 4WD variants, with the 4WD model featuring a 124.4-inch length and 12.4-inch ground clearance.
Hitch and Lift Ratings:
The tractor is equipped with a Category I rear hitch listed with a lift capacity of 1874 pounds, supported by a wheelbase of 68.3 inches and a total weight between 2546 and 2624 pounds.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 1.5L 4-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Bore/Stroke | 3.00x3.23 inches (76 x 82 mm) |
| Description | Kubota V1512 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled inline |
| Displacement | 91.5 ci (1.5 L) |
| Power | 27.6 hp (20.6 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 27.2 hp (20.3 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | 16-speed |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Hitch
| Rear lift | 1874 lbs (850 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 600/836/1038/1350 (1.375) |
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Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Front tread | 41.3 to 57.1 inches (104 to 145 cm) |
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| 2WD Ground clearance | 14.4 inches (36 cm) |
| 2WD Weight | 2546 lbs (1154 kg) |
| 4WD Front tread | 41.3 inches (104 cm) |
| 4WD Ground clearance | 12.4 inches (31 cm) |
| 4WD Weight | 2624 lbs (1190 kg) |
| Height | 56.3 inches (143 cm) |
| Length | 124.4 inches (315 cm) |
| Rear tread | 42.5 to 61 inches (107 to 154 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 68.3 inches (173 cm) |
| Width | 55.9 inches (141 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 13.6-24 |
| Front tire | 5.00-15 |
| Weight | 2546 to 2624 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 68.3 inches (173 cm) |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 13.6-24 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-16. Rear: 13.6-24 |