Kubota KB225
The Kubota KB225 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 77 ci 1.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 22.1 hp / 16.5 kW. Transmission: Glideshift. Operating weight: 1576 to 1973 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 22.1 hp / 16.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7.1 gal
26.9 L
Transmission
Glideshift
Operating Weight
1576 to 1973 pounds
Overview
 | 2008 - 2009
KB Kingbull SeriesSub-Compact Utility tractor
KB Kingbull Series
Sub-Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Sub-Compact Utility tractor | |
Variants | |
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KB225 | wheeled |
KB225-PC | half-track |
Kubota KB225 Engine | |
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Kubota 1.3L 3-cyl diesel | |
ROPS Fuel tank | 7.1 gal
26.9 L |
Cab Fuel tank | 5.6 gal
21.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota KB225 Power | |
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Engine | 22.1 hp
16.5 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Mechanical wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 530@2600 |
799@2600 | |
1182@2600 | |
-662@2600 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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ROPS Wheelbase | 53.2 inches
135 cm |
Cab Wheelbase | 53.7 inches
136 cm |
Weight | 1576 to 1973 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 — 77 ci / 1.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota D1305 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 77 ci
1.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.1x3.5 inches
79 x 89 mm |
Power | 22.1 hp
16.5 kW |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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9-speed | |
36-speed power shift |
Transmission — 9 forward and reverse
Gears | 9 forward and reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Three gears (1-3) in three ranges with shuttle shift. | |
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Transmission — Glideshift
Transmission | Glideshift |
Type | power shift |
Gears | 36 forward and 24 reverse |
Sequential hydraulically-shifted transmission. Twelve forward gears with three ranges. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift ranges. | |
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Dimensions
Kubota KB225 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-14. Rear: 9.5-22 |
Dimensions | |
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ROPS Wheelbase | 53.2 inches
135 cm |
Cab Wheelbase | 53.7 inches
136 cm |
ROPS Length | 93.3 inches
236 cm |
Cab Length | 98.6 inches
250 cm |
ROPS Width | 46.5 inches
118 cm |
Cab Width | 49.6 inches
125 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 77 inches
195 cm |
Height (cab) | 78.4 inches
199 cm |
Ground clearance | 14.8 inches
37 cm |
ROPS Front tread | 35.4 inches
89 cm |
Cab Front tread | 38.8 inches
98 cm |
ROPS Rear tread | 37.4 inches
94 cm |
Cab Rear tread | 40.6 inches
103 cm |
Kubota KB225 Weight | |
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ROPS gear | 1576 lbs
714 kg |
ROPS Glideshift | 1632 lbs
740 kg |
Cab gear | 1918 lbs
870 kg |
Cab Glideshift | 1973 lbs
894 kg |
Photos
Kubota KB225 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota KB225 based on its 22.1 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 KB225.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.2 hrs
Approximately 6.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (7.1 gal / 26.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.1 gal/hr (4.4 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 KB225 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota KB225.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)22.1 hp
Kilowatts (kW)16.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)22.4 PS
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