Overview
The Kubota L1501 is a Japanese-built compact utility tractor manufactured between 1975 and 1978, featuring a 14.8 hp two-cylinder diesel engine. This versatile machine offers a comprehensive 16-speed gear transmission with a creeper range and is available in both 2WD and 4WD configurations to suit different farm requirements.
Ideal Applications
Precision Low-Speed Work:
The transmission features 16 forward gears including a specialized creeper range, making it suitable for tasks that require exact speed control and high gear reduction.
Small-Scale Agricultural Operations:
With a compact width of 44.1 inches and a weight range between 1477 and 1653 lbs, this tractor is sized for maneuverability in tight spaces and smaller farm plots.
Light Utility Tasks:
Equipped with a JIS1 rear hitch and a 540 RPM rear PTO, the tractor is designed to operate a variety of rear-mounted implements for standard farm maintenance.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor / Built in Japan |
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| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 0.7L 2-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 5.8 gal (22.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.00x3.22 inches (76 x 82 mm) |
| Cooling system | thermosiphon |
| Description | Kubota Z751 / diesel / 2-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 45.3 ci (0.7 L) |
| Power | 14.8 hp (11.0 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2800 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Description | Four gears, plus reverse, in two ranges with additional creeper range. |
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| Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
| Transmission type | 16-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
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| Description | Manual steering |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Hitch
| Rear Type | JIS1 |
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PTO
| Engine RPM | 540@2430 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Front tread | 32.3 inches (82 cm) |
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| 2WD Ground clearance | 11.8 inches (29 cm) |
| 2WD Weight | 1477 lbs (669 kg) |
| 4WD Front tread | 37 inches (93 cm) |
| 4WD Ground clearance | 9.8 inches (24 cm) |
| 4WD Weight | 1653 lbs (749 kg) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 52.2 inches (132 cm) |
| Length | 93.1 inches (236 cm) |
| Rear tread | 34.7/39.4 inches (88/100 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 54.5 inches (138 cm) |
| Width | 44.1 inches (112 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 8.3/8-22 |
| Front tire | 4.00-12 |
| Weight | 1477 to 1653 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 54.5 inches (138 cm) |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4.00-12. Rear: 8.3/8-22 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-14. Rear: 8.3/8-22 |
L1501 Serial Number Location
| Description | Serial number plate on the left side of the L1501 tractor frame, just ahead of the clutch pedal. |
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References
| Description | Parts Manual (Z)L1501, 1801, 2201 (07909-14760) published in 1979 |
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Variants
| L1501 | gear 2WD |
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| L1501DT | gear 4WD |
| L1511 | hydrostatic 2WD |
| L1511DT | hydrostatic 4WD |