Kubota KL38 Hi-Speed

The Kubota KL38 Hi-Speed is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 134.1 ci 2.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 37.9 hp / 28.3 kW. Transmission: 30 forward and 20 reverse. Operating weight: 3351 to 3748 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 37.9 hp / 28.3 kW

Fuel & Capacities

10.6 gal 40.1 L

Transmission

30 forward and 20 reverse

Operating Weight

3351 to 3748 pounds

Overview

	1999 - 2005 KL SeriesCompact Utility tractor KL Series Compact Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Kubota
Compact Utility tractor

Kubota KL38 Engine
Kubota 2.2L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	10.6 gal 40.1 L
Engine details ...

Kubota KL38 Power
Engine	37.9 hp 28.3 kW

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Power steering
Mechanical wet disc brakes
Two-post ROPS. Cab optional.

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	I

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)
Engine RPM	540@2600
	762@2600
	944@2600
	1258@2600
	-944@2600

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	74.4 inches 188 cm
Weight	3351 to 3748 pounds
Front tire	8-18
Rear tire	12.4-28
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

Engine

Engine Detail — 134.1 ci / 2.2 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Kubota V2203
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	134.1 ci 2.2 L
Bore/Stroke	3.43x3.64 inches 87 x 92 mm
Power	37.9 hp 28.3 kW
Rated RPM	2600
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission options
20-speed
30-speed

Transmission — 20 forward and reverse

Gears	20 forward and reverse
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges with three-range shift (creeper, medium, and high-speed).

Transmission
Gears	30 forward and 20 reverse
Twelve gears in three ranges (creeper, medium, and high-speed) with shuttle shift. Only gears 1-8 available in reverse. In high-speed range only gears six forward and four reverse gears available.

Dimensions

Kubota KL38 Tires
Standard tires (ag)	Front: 8-18. Rear: 12.4-28

Dimensions
Wheelbase	74.4 inches 188 cm
Length	135.6 inches 344 cm
Width	58.9 inches 149 cm
Height (ROPS)	91.3 inches 231 cm
Height (cab)	85 inches 215 cm
ROPS Weight	3351 lbs 1520 kg
Cab Weight	3748 lbs 1700 kg
Ground clearance	15.8 inches 40 cm
Front tread	47.2 inches 119 cm
Rear tread	44.9 to 56.3 inches 114 to 143 cm

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Kubota KL38 Hi-Speed based on its 37.9 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm)	Medium Duty	Standard utility farm tillage.
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.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm)	Medium Duty	Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay.

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 KL38 Hi-Speed.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.4 hrs

Approximately 5.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (10.6 gal / 40.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2 gal/hr (7.5 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