Kubota L1-275
The Kubota L1-275 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): 26.6 hp / 19.8 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 2304 to 2458 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 26.6 hp / 19.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
16 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
2304 to 2458 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 | |
Kubota L1-275 Engine | |
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Kubota 1.5L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Kubota L1-275 Transmission | |
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16-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota L1-275 Power | |
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Engine | 26.6 hp
19.8 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 25.5 hp
19.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 6.2 gpm
23.5 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift | 1488 lbs
674 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 600/836/1038/1350 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 62.6 inches
159 cm |
Weight | 2304 to 2458 pounds |
Front tire | 5.00-15 |
2WD Rear tire | 12.4-24 |
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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 | 26.6 hp
19.8 kW |
Rated RPM | 2700 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 16 forward and reverse
Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
Kubota L1-275 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 12.4-24 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-16. Rear: 12.4-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 62.6 inches
159 cm |
Length | 117.9 inches
299 cm |
Width | 54.3 inches
137 cm |
Height | 55.7 inches
141 cm |
2WD Weight | 2304 lbs
1045 kg |
4WD Weight | 2458 lbs
1114 kg |
2WD Ground clearance | 14 inches
35 cm |
4WD Ground clearance | 12.4 inches
31 cm |
2WD Front tread | 41.3 to 57.1 inches
104 to 145 cm |
4WD Front tread | 41.3 inches
104 cm |
Rear tread | 41.3 to 59.8 inches
104 to 151 cm |
Photos
Kubota L1-275 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota L1-275 based on its 26.6 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 | 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. |
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 L1-275.
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 L1-275 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota L1-275.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)26.6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)19.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)27 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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