Kubota KL285
The Kubota KL285 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 100.5 ci 1.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 27.6 hp / 20.6 kW. Transmission: 24 forward and 16 reverse. Operating weight: 2833 to 3285 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 27.6 hp / 20.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
9.5 gal
36.0 L
Transmission
24 forward and 16 reverse
Operating Weight
2833 to 3285 pounds
Overview
 | 2008 - 2009
KL SeriesCompact Utility tractor
KL Series
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Variants | |
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KL285 | standard |
KL285H | high-speed |
Kubota KL285 Engine | |
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Kubota 1.6L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 9.5 gal
36.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota KL285 Power | |
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Engine | 27.6 hp
20.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Mechanical wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Cab optional. |
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 | 561@2700 |
791@2700 | |
980@2700 | |
1307@2700 | |
-980@2700 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 67.7 inches
171 cm |
Weight | 2833 to 3285 pounds |
Front tire | 7-16 |
Rear tire | 12.4-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Operator Manual KL (T01850-1920-1) |
Engine
Engine Detail — 100.5 ci / 1.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota D1703 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 100.5 ci
1.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.43x3.64 inches
87 x 92 mm |
Power | 27.6 hp
20.6 kW |
Rated RPM | 2700 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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16-speed | |
24-speed |
Transmission — 16 forward and reverse
Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges with additional creeper range and shuttle shift. | |
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Transmission | |
Gears | 24 forward and 16 reverse |
Twelve gears in two ranges (creeper and high) with shuttle shift. Only eight gears available in reverse. | |
Dimensions
Kubota KL285 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-16. Rear: 12.4-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 67.7 inches
171 cm |
Length | 123.6 inches
313 cm |
Width | 54 inches
137 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 76.8 inches
195 cm |
Height (cab) | 83.5 inches
212 cm |
ROPS Weight | 2833 lbs
1285 kg |
Cab Weight | 3285 lbs
1490 kg |
Ground clearance | 13.6 inches
34 cm |
Front tread | 42.5 inches
107 cm |
Rear tread | 42.1/54 inches
106/137 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota KL285 based on its 27.6 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 KL285.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.6 hrs
Approximately 6.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (9.5 gal / 36 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.4 gal/hr (5.4 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 KL285 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota KL285.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)27.6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)20.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)28 PS
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