Kubota L1501
The Kubota L1501 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 45.3 ci 0.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 14.8 hp / 11.0 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 1477 to 1653 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 14.8 hp / 11.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
5.8 gal
22.0 L
Transmission
16 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
1477 to 1653 pounds
Overview
![]() | 1975 - 1978
L01 SeriesCompact Utility tractor
L01 Series
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in Japan | |
Variants | |
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L1501 | gear 2WD |
L1501DT | gear 4WD |
L1511 | hydrostatic 2WD |
L1511DT | hydrostatic 4WD |
Kubota L1501 Engine | |
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Kubota 0.7L 2-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 5.8 gal
22.0 L |
Engine details ... | |
Kubota L1501 Transmission | |
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16-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Kubota L1501 Power | |
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Engine | 14.8 hp
11.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | JIS1 |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2430 |
810@2800 | |
1160@2800 | |
1480@2800 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 54.5 inches
138 cm |
Weight | 1477 to 1653 pounds |
Front tire | 4.00-12 |
2WD Rear tire | 8.3/8-22 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Parts Manual (Z)L1501, 1801, 2201 (07909-14760) published in 1979 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 45.3 ci / 0.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota Z751 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 45.3 ci
0.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.00x3.22 inches
76 x 82 mm |
Power | 14.8 hp
11.0 kW |
Cooling system | thermosiphon |
Rated RPM | 2800 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 16 forward and 4 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
Four gears, plus reverse, in two ranges with additional creeper range. | |
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Dimensions
Kubota L1501 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4.00-12. Rear: 8.3/8-22 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-14. Rear: 8.3/8-22 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 54.5 inches
138 cm |
Length | 93.1 inches
236 cm |
Width | 44.1 inches
112 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 52.2 inches
132 cm |
2WD Weight | 1477 lbs
669 kg |
4WD Weight | 1653 lbs
749 kg |
2WD Ground clearance | 11.8 inches
29 cm |
4WD Ground clearance | 9.8 inches
24 cm |
2WD Front tread | 32.3 inches
82 cm |
4WD Front tread | 37 inches
93 cm |
Rear tread | 34.7/39.4 inches
88/100 cm |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Kubota L1501.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.5 hrs
Approximately 7.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (5.8 gal / 22 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (2.9 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 L1501 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota L1501.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)14.8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)15 PS
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