Kubota FT23
The Kubota FT23 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 91.5 ci 1.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 22.7 hp / 16.9 kW. Transmission: Glideshift. Operating weight: 2006 to 2326 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 22.7 hp / 16.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7.9 gal
29.9 L
Transmission
Glideshift
Operating Weight
2006 to 2326 pounds
Overview
 | 2012 - 2015
FT Granforce SeriesCompact Utility tractor
FT Granforce Series
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Variants | |
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FT23 | wheeled |
FT23-PC | half-track |
Kubota FT23 Engine | |
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Kubota 1.5L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 7.9 gal
29.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota FT23 Power | |
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Engine | 22.7 hp
16.9 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post folding ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 505@2500 |
731@2500 | |
1136@2500 | |
-615@2500 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 59.1 inches
150 cm |
Weight | 2006 to 2326 pounds |
Front tire | 6-14 |
Rear tire | 9.5-22 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 91.5 ci / 1.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota D1503 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 91.5 ci
1.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.27x3.64 inches
83 x 92 mm |
Power | 22.7 hp
16.9 kW |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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12-speed | |
48-speed power shift |
Transmission — 12 forward and reverse
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Three gears (1-3) in four ranges (creeper, low, medium, high) with shuttle shift. | |
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Transmission — Glideshift
Transmission | Glideshift |
Type | power shift |
Gears | 48 forward and 30 reverse |
Sixteen gears (10 in reverse) with three ranges. Gears may be shifted sequentially while moving, without using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift ranges. | |
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Dimensions
Kubota FT23 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-14. Rear: 9.5-22 |
Optional tires (ag) | Front: 6-14. Rear: 9.5-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 59.1 inches
150 cm |
Length | 114.2 inches
290 cm |
ROPS Width | 46.5 inches
118 cm |
Cab Width | 51.6 inches
131 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 75 inches
190 cm |
Height (cab) | 76 inches
193 cm |
Ground clearance | 12.8 inches
32 cm |
Front tread | 38.2 inches
97 cm |
Rear tread | 37.4/42.1 inches
94/106 cm |
Kubota FT23 Weight | |
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ROPS gear | 2006 lbs
909 kg |
ROPS Glideshift | 2050 lbs
929 kg |
Cab gear | 2282 lbs
1035 kg |
Cab Glideshift | 2326 lbs
1055 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota FT23 based on its 22.7 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. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 FT23.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.7 hrs
Approximately 6.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (7.9 gal / 29.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.2 gal/hr (4.5 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 FT23 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota FT23.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)22.7 hp
Kilowatts (kW)16.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)23 PS
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