Kubota L1-345
The Kubota L1-345 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 91.5 ci 1.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 34 hp / 25.4 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 3142 to 3329 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 34 hp / 25.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
12.2 gal
46.2 L
Transmission
16 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
3142 to 3329 pounds
Overview
 | 1987 - 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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L1-345D | Four-wheel drive |
Kubota L1-345 Engine | |
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Kubota 1.5L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 12.2 gal
46.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota L1-345 Transmission | |
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16-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota L1-345 Power | |
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Engine | 34 hp
25.4 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 32.7 hp
24.4 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | JIS1 |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 545@2700 |
942@2700 | |
913@2700 | |
1242@2700 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 72.8 inches
184 cm |
Weight | 3142 to 3329 pounds |
Front tire | 5.50-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 12.4-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Operator Manual L1 (30810-1921-4) |
Engine
Engine Detail — 91.5 ci / 1.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota V1512 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 91.5 ci
1.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.00x3.23 inches
76 x 82 mm |
Power | 34 hp
25.4 kW |
Rated RPM | 2700 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 16 forward and reverse
Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
Four gears in four ranges with shuttle shift. | |
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Dimensions
Kubota L1-345 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.50-16. Rear: 12.4-28 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8-16. Rear: 12.4-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 72.8 inches
184 cm |
Length | 136 inches
345 cm |
Width | 57.5 inches
146 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 77.6 inches
197 cm |
2WD Weight | 3142 lbs
1425 kg |
4WD Weight | 3329 lbs
1510 kg |
2WD Ground clearance | 14.6 inches
37 cm |
4WD Ground clearance | 13.2 inches
33 cm |
2WD Front tread | 44.9 to 57.5 inches
114 to 146 cm |
4WD Front tread | 47.2 inches
119 cm |
Rear tread | 44.9 to 63 inches
114 to 160 cm |
Photos
Kubota L1-345 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota L1-345 based on its 34 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. |
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 L1-345.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.9 hrs
Approximately 6.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (12.2 gal / 46.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.8 gal/hr (6.7 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 L1-345 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota L1-345.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)34 hp
Kilowatts (kW)25.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)34.5 PS
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