Kubota L1-255
The Kubota L1-255 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): 24.7 hp / 18.4 kW. Transmission: Glideshift. Operating weight: 2183 to 2447 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 24.7 hp / 18.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7.7 gal
29.1 L
Transmission
Glideshift
Operating Weight
2183 to 2447 pounds
Overview
 | 1988 - 1991
L1 SeriesCompact Utility tractor
L1 Series
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Variants | |
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L1-255 | 2WD |
L1-255D | 4WD |
L1-255DF | 4WD Glideshift |
Kubota L1-255 Engine | |
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Kubota 1.5L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 7.7 gal
29.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota L1-255 Power | |
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Engine | 24.7 hp
18.4 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 24 hp
17.9 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 5.9 gpm
22.3 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift | 1378 lbs
625 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/770/940/1250 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 61 inches
154 cm |
Weight | 2183 to 2447 pounds |
Front tire | 5.00-15 |
2WD Rear tire | 11.2-24 |
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 |
Bore/Stroke | 3.4x3.2 inches
86 x 81 mm |
Power | 24.7 hp
18.4 kW |
Rated RPM | 2700 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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16-speed shuttle | |
8-speed |
Transmission — 16 forward and reverse shuttle
Type | shuttle |
Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Four gears in four ranges with shuttle shift. | |
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Transmission — Glideshift
Transmission | Glideshift |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Eight gears with shuttle shift. | |
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Dimensions
Kubota L1-255 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 11.2-24 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-16. Rear: 11.2-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 61 inches
154 cm |
Length | 115.75 inches
294 cm |
Width | 52 inches
132 cm |
Height | 56.1 inches
142 cm |
2WD Ground clearance | 14.6 inches
37 cm |
4WD Ground clearance | 12.4 inches
31 cm |
2WD Front tread | 38.6 to 44.9 inches
98 to 114 cm |
4WD Front tread | 41.3 inches
104 cm |
Rear tread | 40.2 to 52 inches
102 to 132 cm |
Kubota L1-255 Weight | |
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2WD | 2183 lbs
990 kg |
4WD | 2359 lbs
1070 kg |
4WD GST | 2447 lbs
1109 kg |
Photos
Kubota L1-255 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota L1-255 based on its 24.7 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 L1-255.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6 hrs
Approximately 6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (7.7 gal / 29.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.3 gal/hr (4.9 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 L1-255 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota L1-255.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)24.7 hp
Kilowatts (kW)18.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)25 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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