Kubota B40

The Kubota B40 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 52.2 ci 0.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 14 hp / 10.4 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 1213 lbs 550 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 14 hp / 10.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4.5 gal 17.0 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
1213 lbs 550 kg

Overview

Kubota B40 tractor photo
1988 - 1992 Sub-Compact Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Kubota
Sub-Compact Utility tractor
Kubota B40 Engine
Kubota 0.9L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
4.5 gal 17.0 L
Engine details ...
Kubota B40 Transmission
6-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Kubota B40 Power
Engine
14 hp 10.4 kW
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Open operator station.
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
JIS0
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)
Engine RPM
447@2600
814@2600
1228@2600
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
49 inches 124 cm
Weight
1213 lbs 550 kg
Front tire
5.00-12
Rear tire
8-16
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
References
B40 references literature
B-40 (67148-6291-3)

Engine

Engine Detail — 52.2 ci / 0.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Kubota D850
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
52.2 ci 0.9 L
Bore/Stroke
2.83x2.76 inches 72 x 70 mm
Power
14 hp 10.4 kW
Rated RPM
2600
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
6 forward and 2 reverse
B40  gear speeds

Dimensions

Kubota B40 Tires
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 5.00-12. Rear: 8-16
Dimensions
Wheelbase
49 inches 124 cm
Length
84.7 inches 215 cm
Width
41.5 inches 105 cm
Height
49 inches 124 cm
Weight
1213 lbs 550 kg
Ground clearance
9.3 inches 23 cm
Front tread
30.3 inches 76 cm
Rear tread
31.9/35.4 inches 81/89 cm

Photos

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Kubota B-40 operator station and controls.

Kubota B-40 operator station and controls.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Kubota B40.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.2 hrs

Approximately 6.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.5 gal / 17 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.7 gal/hr (2.8 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 B40 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota B40.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)14 hp
Kilowatts (kW)10.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)14.2 PS