Kubota L1-225
The Kubota L1-225 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 89.2 ci 1.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 21.7 hp / 16.2 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 2,400 lbs 1088 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 21.7 hp / 16.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7.7 gal
29.1 L
Transmission
16 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
2,400 lbs
1088 kg
Overview
 | 1986 - 1988
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Variants | |
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L1-225 | 2WD |
L1-225DT | 4WD |
Kubota L1-225 Engine | |
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Kubota 1.5L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Kubota L1-225 Transmission | |
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16-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota L1-225 Power | |
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Engine | 21.7 hp
16.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station. Two-post ROPS. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 7.7 gal
29.1 L |
Hydraulic system | 6.9 gal
26.1 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 6.9 gal
26.1 L |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/770/940/1250 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 60.8 inches
154 cm |
Weight | 2,400 lbs
1088 kg |
Front tire | 6x14 |
Rear tire | 9.5x24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 89.2 ci / 1.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota D1462 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 89.2 ci
1.5 L |
Power | 21.7 hp
16.2 kW |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 6 qts
5.7 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 16 forward and reverse
Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Oil capacity | 27.5 qts
26.0 L |
Dimensions
Kubota L1-225 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6x14 |
Ag rear | 9.5x24 |
Lawn/turf front | 6x14 |
Lawn/turf rear | 9.5x24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 60.8 inches
154 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 55.1 inches
139 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 86.6 inches
219 cm |
Weight | 2,400 lbs
1088 kg |
Ground clearance | 10.8 inches
27 cm |
Photos
Kubota L1-225 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota L1-225 based on its 21.7 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 | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
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 L1-225.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.8 hrs
Approximately 6.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (7.7 gal / 29.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.1 gal/hr (4.3 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 L1-225 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota L1-225.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)21.7 hp
Kilowatts (kW)16.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)22 PS
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