Overview
The Kubota M1-55 is a 55 hp utility tractor manufactured between 1988 and 1998, featuring a 3.2L 3-cylinder diesel engine. It is equipped with a four-wheel drive system and a transmission offering 12 or 18 forward and reverse gears, including a creeper type.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Output:
The 3.2L liquid-cooled diesel engine is rated at 2400 RPM, delivering a claimed 52.8 hp at the PTO and 152.6 lb-ft of torque at 1200 RPM.
Transmission and Drive Configuration:
This four-wheel drive model utilizes a shuttle transmission with six gears in two ranges, providing 12 forward and reverse speeds or an optional 18-speed creeper configuration.
Chassis and Lift Capacity:
The unit features a 79.3-inch wheelbase and a JIS1 rear hitch with a listed lift capacity of 4409 lbs, supported by a 5401 lb operating weight.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor |
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| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 3.2L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 21.1 gal (79.9 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.13x4.92 inches (105 x 125 mm) |
| Description | Kubota D3202 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 198.1 ci (3.2 L) |
| Power | 55 hp (41.0 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2400 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 152.6 lb-ft (206.9 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1200 |
| PTO (claimed) | 52.8 hp (39.4 kW) |
Transmission
| Description | Six gears in two ranges with shuttle. |
|---|---|
| Gears | 12 forward and reverse / 18 forward and reverse |
| Type | creeper |
| Transmission type | 12-speed / 18-speed creeper |
| Transmission type | 12-speed / 18-speed creeper |
Mechanical
| Cab | Four-post ROPS. Cab optional. |
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| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Hitch
| Rear lift | 4409 lbs (1999 kg) |
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| Rear Type | JIS1 |
PTO
| Engine RPM | 540@2016 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Clearance (rear axle) | 14.4 inches (36 cm) |
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| Front tread | 53.5 to 55.1 inches (135 to 139 cm) |
| Height | 97.4 inches (247 cm) |
| Length | 140.6 inches (357 cm) |
| Rear tread | 48 to 75.6 inches (121 to 192 cm) |
| Weight | 5401 lbs (2449 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 79.3 inches (201 cm) |
| Width | 69.3 inches (176 cm) |
| Front tire | 8.2-22 |
| Rear tire | 12.4-32 |
| Weight | 5401 lbs (2449 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 79.3 inches (201 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8.2-22. Rear: 12.4-32 |
References
| Description | M1 published in 1991, by Kubota / M1 (33760-9971-2) |
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