Kubota B72
The Kubota B72 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 54.8 ci 0.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 16.2 hp / 12.1 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 1257 lbs 570 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 16.2 hp / 12.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.4 gal
12.9 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
1257 lbs
570 kg
Overview
 | 1998 - 2001
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Kubota B72 Engine | |
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Kubota 0.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 3.4 gal
12.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota B72 Transmission | |
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6-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota B72 Power | |
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Engine | 16.2 hp
12.1 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Two-post folding ROPS. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | JIS0 |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 552@2600 |
1000@2600 | |
-426@2600 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 50 inches
127 cm |
Weight | 1257 lbs
570 kg |
Front tire | 5.00-12 |
Rear tire | 8-18 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 54.8 ci / 0.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota D905 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 54.8 ci
0.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 2.83x2.90 inches
72 x 74 mm |
Power | 16.2 hp
12.1 kW |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
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Dimensions
Kubota B72 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-12. Rear: 8-18 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 50 inches
127 cm |
Length | 80.5 inches
204 cm |
Width | 38.2 inches
97 cm |
Height | 72.2 inches
183 cm |
Weight | 1257 lbs
570 kg |
Ground clearance | 11.8 inches
29 cm |
Front tread | 29.5 inches
74 cm |
Rear tread | 28.4 to 34.3 inches
72 to 87 cm |
Photos
Kubota B72 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota B72 based on its 16.2 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 B72.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4 hrs
Approximately 4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.4 gal / 12.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (3.2 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 B72 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota B72.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)16.2 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.4 PS
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