Kubota KL385
The Kubota KL385 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): 37.4 hp / 27.9 kW. Transmission: 24 forward and 16 reverse. Operating weight: 3351 to 3781 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 37.4 hp / 27.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
10.6 gal
40.1 L
Transmission
24 forward and 16 reverse
Operating Weight
3351 to 3781 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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KL385 | standard |
KL385H | high-speed |
Kubota KL385 Engine | |
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Kubota 2.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 10.6 gal
40.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota KL385 Transmission | |
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24-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota KL385 Power | |
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Engine | 37.4 hp
27.9 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 | 540@2600 |
762@2600 | |
944@2600 | |
1258@2600 | |
-944@2600 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 74.4 inches
188 cm |
Weight | 3351 to 3781 pounds |
Front tire | 8-18 |
Rear tire | 12.4-28 |
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 — 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 | 37.4 hp
27.9 kW |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 24 forward and 16 reverse
Gears | 24 forward and 16 reverse |
Twelve gears in two ranges (creeper and high) with shuttle shift. Only eight gears available in reverse. | |
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Dimensions
Kubota KL385 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8-18. Rear: 12.4-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 74.4 inches
188 cm |
Length | 125.2 inches
318 cm |
Width | 58.9 inches
149 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 91.3 inches
231 cm |
Height (cab) | 86.6 inches
219 cm |
ROPS Weight | 3351 lbs
1520 kg |
Cab Weight | 3781 lbs
1715 kg |
Ground clearance | 15.8 inches
40 cm |
Front tread | 47.2 inches
119 cm |
Rear tread | 44.9/56.3 inches
114/143 cm |
Photos
Kubota KL385 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota KL385 based on its 37.4 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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 KL385.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.5 hrs
Approximately 5.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (10.6 gal / 40.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.9 gal/hr (7.4 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 KL385 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota KL385.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)37.4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)27.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)37.9 PS
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