Kubota GL261
The Kubota GL261 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): 26.7 hp / 19.9 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 2601 to 3020 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 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
Overview
 | 1996 - 2001
GL SeriesCompact Utility tractor
GL Series
Compact Utility tractor |
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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 |
Photos
Kubota GL261 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota GL261 based on its 26.7 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 | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
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 GL261.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.1 hrs
Approximately 5.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (7.1 gal / 26.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.4 gal/hr (5.3 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 GL261 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota GL261.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)26.7 hp
Kilowatts (kW)19.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)27.1 PS
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