Overview
The Kubota L1-435 is a compact utility farm tractor produced between 1987 and 1991, featuring a 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel engine rated at 43 hp. This model was available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations and includes a 16-speed shuttle shift transmission with 16 forward and reverse gears.
Ideal Applications
Powertrain and Engine Configuration:
The liquid-cooled inline V1512 engine operates at 2700 rated RPM and utilizes a 12.2-gallon fuel tank to support a claimed PTO output of 41.4 hp.
Transmission and Drive System:
Equipped with four gears across four ranges, the shuttle shift transmission provides 16 speeds in both directions for either the 3153-lb 2WD or 3340-lb 4WD variant.
Chassis and Dimensional Specifications:
This open operator station tractor is built on a 72.8-inch wheelbase with adjustable front and rear tread widths and a 14.6-inch ground clearance for the 2WD model.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 1.5L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 12.2 gal (46.2 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.00x3.23 inches (76 x 82 mm) |
| Description | Kubota V1512 / turbocharged intercooled diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled inline |
| Displacement | 91.5 ci (1.5 L) |
| Power | 43 hp (32.1 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 41.4 hp (30.9 kW) |
Transmission
| Description | Four gears in four ranges with shuttle shift. |
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| Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
| Transmission type | 16-speed |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
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| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Hitch
| Rear Type | JIS1 |
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PTO
| Engine RPM | 545@2700 |
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| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Front tread | 44.9 to 57.5 inches (114 to 146 cm) |
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| 2WD Ground clearance | 14.6 inches (37 cm) |
| 2WD Weight | 3153 lbs (1430 kg) |
| 4WD Front tread | 47.2 inches (119 cm) |
| 4WD Ground clearance | 13.2 inches (33 cm) |
| 4WD Weight | 3340 lbs (1515 kg) |
| Height (exhaust) | 77.6 inches (197 cm) |
| Length | 136 inches (345 cm) |
| Rear tread | 44.9 to 60.2 inches (114 to 152 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 72.8 inches (184 cm) |
| Width | 58.3 inches (148 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 13.6-26 |
| Front tire | 6.00-16 |
| Weight | 3153 to 3340 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 72.8 inches (184 cm) |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 13.6-26 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8-18. Rear: 13.6-26 |
References
| Description | Operator Manual L1 (30810-1921-4) |
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Variants
| L1-435D | Four-wheel drive |
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