Kubota B1-17
The Kubota B1-17 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 56.57 ci 0.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 17 hp / 12.7 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 1433 to 1532 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 17 hp / 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4.5 gal
17.0 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
1433 to 1532 pounds
Overview
 | 1985 - 1988
Bulltra SeriesSub-Compact Utility tractor
Bulltra Series
Sub-Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Sub-Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in Japan | |
Variants | |
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B1-17D | 4WD |
Kubota B1-17 Engine | |
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Kubota 0.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota B1-17 Transmission | |
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12-speed unsynchronized gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota B1-17 Power | |
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Engine | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Open operator station. | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/860/1000 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 53.4 inches
135 cm |
Weight | 1433 to 1532 pounds |
Front tire | 4.00-12 |
2WD Rear tire | 8.3-22 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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B1-17 published by Kubota |
Engine
Engine Detail — 56.57 ci / 0.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota D950 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 56.57 ci
0.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 2.95x2.76 inches
75 x 70 mm |
Power | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse unsynchronized gear
Type | unsynchronized gear |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Three gears (1-3), plus reverse, in two ranges with additional creeper range. | |
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Dimensions
Kubota B1-17 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4.00-12. Rear: 8.3-22 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-12. Rear: 8.3-22 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 53.4 inches
135 cm |
Length | 92.1 inches
233 cm |
Width | 45.3 inches
115 cm |
Height | 49.2 inches
124 cm |
2WD Weight | 1433 lbs
650 kg |
4WD Weight | 1532 lbs
694 kg |
Ground clearance | 9.4 inches
23 cm |
2WD Front tread | 29.1 inches
73 cm |
4WD Front tread | 30.3 inches
76 cm |
Rear tread | 35.8 to 40.6 inches
90 to 103 cm |
Photos
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota B1-17 based on its 17 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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 B1-17.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.1 hrs
Approximately 5.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.5 gal / 17 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 B1-17 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota B1-17.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)17 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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