Kubota KL40Z
The Kubota KL40Z 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): 39.4 hp / 29.4 kW. Transmission: Dual Drive. Operating weight: 4001 lbs 1814 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 39.4 hp / 29.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
10.3 gal
39.0 L
Transmission
Dual Drive
Operating Weight
4001 lbs
1814 kg
Overview
 | 2012 - 2015
KL Kingwel Zero SeriesCompact Utility tractor
KL Kingwel Zero Series
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Variants | |
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KL40Z | wheeled |
KL40Z-PC | half-track |
Kubota KL40Z Engine | |
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Kubota 2.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 10.3 gal
39.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota KL40Z Power | |
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Engine | 39.4 hp
29.4 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 | I |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 546@2600 |
773@2600 | |
969@2600 | |
1298@2600 | |
-770@2600 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 74.4 inches
188 cm |
Weight | 4001 lbs
1814 kg |
Front tire | 8-18 |
Rear tire | 12.4-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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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 | 39.4 hp
29.4 kW |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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continuously-varaible transmission | |
24-speed | |
30-speed |
Transmission — Dual Drive
Transmission | Dual Drive |
Type | continuously-varaible transmission |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
Clutch | dry disc |
Hydro-mechanical CVT. | |
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Transmission — Dual Drive
Transmission | Dual Drive |
Type | continuously-varaible transmission |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (3-range) |
Hydro-mechanical CVT. | |
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Transmission — 24 forward and 16 reverse
Gears | 24 forward and 16 reverse |
Twelve hydraulically-shift gears (eight in reverse) in two ranges. | |
Transmission | |
Gears | 30 forward and 20 reverse |
Three range transmission. Twelve forward, eight reverse, in creeper and medium range. Six forward, four reverse, in high-speed range. | |
Dimensions
Kubota KL40Z 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 | 133.3 inches
338 cm |
Width | 60 inches
152 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 91.3 inches
231 cm |
Height (cab) | 89.8 inches
228 cm |
Weight | 4001 lbs
1814 kg |
Ground clearance | 15.8 inches
40 cm |
Front tread | 47.2 inches
119 cm |
Rear tread | 47.6 to 56.3 inches
120 to 143 cm |
Photos
Kubota KL40Z tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota KL40Z based on its 39.4 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 KL40Z.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5 hrs
Approximately 5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (10.3 gal / 39 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2 gal/hr (7.8 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 KL40Z Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota KL40Z.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)39.4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)29.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)39.9 PS
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