Kubota B1550
The Kubota B1550 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 52.2 ci 0.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse (2-range). Operating weight: 1224 to 1389 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4.8 gal
18.2 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Operating Weight
1224 to 1389 pounds
Overview
 | 1988 - 1997
B SeriesCompact Utility tractor
B Series
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Kubota B1550 Engine | |
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Kubota 0.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 4.8 gal
18.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota B1550 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Gear PTO (claimed) | 14 hp
10.4 kW |
Hydro PTO (claimed) | 12.5 hp
9.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Steering | manual |
power optional | |
Dry disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pump flow | 5.5 gpm
20.8 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position control |
Rear lift | 827 lbs
375 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Gear Rear PTO | transmission |
Hydro Rear PTO | live |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2517 |
858@2517 | |
Mid PTO | live *Mid PTO is linked with the rear PTO. |
Mid PTO Type | 2455 (Kubota 10 tooth) |
Engine RPM | 2455@2517 |
Front PTO | optional |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 57.9 inches
147 cm |
Weight | 1224 to 1389 pounds |
Front tire | 5.00-10 |
2WD Rear tire | 8-16 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Backhoes published in 1992, by Kubota | |
Backhoes published in 1994, by Kubota | |
Mid-Mount Mowers B/L Series published in 1994, by Kubota* | |
Front Loaders published in 1988, by Kubota | |
Front Loaders B, L and M-Series published in 1994, by Kubota* | |
B1550/B1750/B2150 published in 1989, by Kubota | |
B1550HST B1750HST (66417-62914) published in 2002 | |
Product Catalog published in 1990, by Kubota | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 52.2 ci / 0.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 52.2 ci
0.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 2.835x2.756 inches
72 x 70 mm |
Power (gross) | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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6-speed gear | |
hydrostatic |
Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (2-range) hydrostatic
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
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Dimensions
Kubota B1550 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-10. Rear: 8-16 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-12. Rear: 8-16 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 57.9 inches
147 cm |
Length | 101 inches
256 cm |
Width | 39 inches
99 cm |
Height | 73.7 inches
187 cm |
Flange rear axle | |
2WD Front tread | 28 inches
71 cm |
4WD Front tread | 31.3 inches
79 cm |
Rear tread | 31 to 35.8 inches
78 to 90 cm |
Kubota B1550 Weight | |
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2WD gear Shipping | 1224 lbs
555 kg |
4WD gear Shipping | 1345 lbs
610 kg |
2WD hydro Shipping | 1257 lbs
570 kg |
4WD hydro Shipping | 1389 lbs
630 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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48" mid-mount mower deck | |
54" mid-mount mower deck | |
60" mid-mount mower deck | |
Kubota B1640A loader | |
Kubota LA300 loader | |
Backhoe |
Kubota BL4520B Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Kubota BL4520B Backhoe |
Transport height | 59.4 inches
150 cm |
Bucket width | 10 inches
25 cm |
12 inches
30 cm | |
16 inches
40 cm | |
24 inches
60 cm | |
Digging depth | 80.9 inches
205 cm |
Reach from pivot | 97 inches
246 cm |
Loading height | 59.7 inches
151 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 164° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 2700 lbs
1224 kg |
Dipperstick force | 1340 lbs
607 kg |
Kubota B4572 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Kubota B4572 Backhoe |
Transport height | 70.7 inches
179 cm |
Bucket width | 10 inches
25 cm |
12 inches
30 cm | |
16 inches
40 cm | |
24 inches
60 cm | |
Digging depth | 73.9 inches
187 cm |
Reach from pivot | 98.1 inches
249 cm |
Loading height | 65 inches
165 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 180° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 2950 lbs
1338 kg |
Dipperstick force | 1740 lbs
789 kg |
Kubota B4672 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Kubota B4672 Backhoe |
Transport height | 70.7 inches
179 cm |
Bucket width | 10 inches
25 cm |
12 inches
30 cm | |
16 inches
40 cm | |
24 inches
60 cm | |
Digging depth | 73.9 inches
187 cm |
Reach from pivot | 98.1 inches
249 cm |
Loading height | 65 inches
165 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 180° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 2950 lbs
1338 kg |
Dipperstick force | 1740 lbs
789 kg |
Photos
Kubota B1550 with Great Bend GB220 front-end loader.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota B1550 based on its 17 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Kubota B1550.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.4 hrs
Approximately 5.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.8 gal / 18.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.3 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Kubota B1550 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota B1550.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)17 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.2 PS
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