Overview
The Kubota L1-455 is a compact utility farm tractor manufactured from 1987 to 1991, powered by a 2.4L 5-cylinder diesel engine rated at 45 horsepower. It features a 16-speed shuttle shift transmission providing 16 forward and 15 reverse gears, and was produced in both two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive variants.
Ideal Applications
Transmission Layout:
The mechanical setup consists of four gears in four ranges with a shuttle shift, resulting in 16 forward and 15 reverse gear options.
Engine and PTO Performance:
The 148.7 cubic inch liquid-cooled engine is rated at 2600 RPM and delivers a claimed 43.3 horsepower at the independent rear PTO.
Chassis and Dimensions:
This model is equipped with a four-post ROPS, a 12.2-gallon fuel tank, and a wheelbase of 76.6 inches with weights ranging from 3682 to 3924 pounds depending on the drive type.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 2.4L 5-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 12.2 gal (46.2 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.43x3.23 inches (87 x 82 mm) |
| Description | Kubota F22402 / diesel / 5-cylinder / liquid-cooled inline |
| Displacement | 148.7 ci (2.4 L) |
| Power | 45 hp (33.6 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 43.3 hp (32.3 kW) |
Transmission
| Description | Four gears in four ranges with shuttle shift. |
|---|---|
| Gears | 16 forward and 15 reverse |
| Transmission type | 16-speed |
Mechanical
| Description | Four-post ROPS. |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Hitch
| Rear Type | JIS1 |
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PTO
| Engine RPM | 544@2600 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Front tread | 44.9 to 57.5 inches (114 to 146 cm) |
|---|---|
| 2WD Ground clearance | 15.2 inches (38 cm) |
| 2WD Weight | 3682 lbs (1670 kg) |
| 4WD Front tread | 47.8 inches (121 cm) |
| 4WD Ground clearance | 13.4 inches (34 cm) |
| 4WD Weight | 3924 lbs (1779 kg) |
| Height (ROPS) | 85.6 inches (217 cm) |
| Length | 140 inches (355 cm) |
| Rear tread | 45.3 to 63.4 inches (115 to 161 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 76.6 inches (194 cm) |
| Width | 61.2 inches (155 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
| Front tire | 6.00-16 |
| Weight | 3682 to 3924 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 76.6 inches (194 cm) |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 13.6-28 |
| 4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 8.3-20. Rear: 12.4-32 (DN) |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-16. Rear: 13.6-28 |
References
| Description | Operator Manual L1 (30810-1921-4) |
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Variants
| L1-455D | 4WD |
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| L1-455DN | loader-compatible |