Kubota GL261
The Kubota GL261 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 91.5 ci 1.5 L engine. The rated power output is 26.7 hp 19.9 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 2601 to 3020 pounds.
Engine Power
26.7 hp
19.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7.1 gal
26.9 L
Transmission
16 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
2601 to 3020 pounds
Kubota GL261 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
![]() | 1996 - 2001
GL SeriesCompact Utility tractor |
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1996 - 2001 | |
GL Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Kubota GL261 Engine | |
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Kubota 1.5L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 7.1 gal
26.9 L |
Engine details ... | |
Kubota GL261 Power | |
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Engine | 26.7 hp
19.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 26.2 hp
19.5 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Mechanical wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Cab optional. |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 6.1 gpm
23.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | JIS1 |
Rear lift | 2083 lbs
944 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 568@2600 |
803@2600 | |
985@2600 | |
1304@2600 | |
-803@2600 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 64.8 inches
164 cm |
Weight | 2601 to 3020 pounds |
Front tire | 7-16 |
Rear tire | 11.2-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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GL (T0270-1920-8) published in 1996 |
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 | 3.268x3.638 inches
83 x 92 mm |
Power | 26.7 hp
19.9 kW |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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16-speed gear | |
16-speed power shift |
Transmission — 16 forward and reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) with additional creeper range and shuttle shift. | |
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Transmission — 16 forward and reverse power shift
Type | power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Kubota GL261 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-16. Rear: 11.2-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 64.8 inches
164 cm |
Length | 120.1 inches
305 cm |
Width | 52 inches
132 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 78.8 inches
200 cm |
Height (cab) | 78.5 inches
199 cm |
ROPS Weight | 2601 lbs
1179 kg |
Cab Weight | 3020 lbs
1369 kg |
Ground clearance | 13.6 inches
34 cm |
Front tread | 42.5 inches
107 cm |
Rear tread | 41.3 to 53 inches
104 to 134 cm |
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