Kubota L2500
The Kubota L2500 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 85 ci 1.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 27 hp / 20.1 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 2208 lbs 1001 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 27 hp / 20.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7.7 gal
29.1 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
2208 lbs
1001 kg
Overview
 | 1998 - 2000
Standard L SeriesCompact Utility tractor
Standard L 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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L2500F | 2WD |
L2500DT | 4WD |
Kubota L2500 Engine | |
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Kubota 1.4L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 7.7 gal
29.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota L2500 Transmission | |
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8-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota L2500 Power | |
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Engine | 27 hp
20.1 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 22.5 hp
16.8 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | spur gear |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Steering | manual |
Steering | power OptOptional |
Mechanical wet disc brakes | |
Two-post fixed ROPS. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2205 psi
152.0 bar |
Pump flow | 7.2 gpm
27.3 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position control with optional draft control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 1985 lbs
900 kg |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 1435 lbs
650 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
Clutch | overrunning |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2430 |
1000@2410 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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4WD Wheelbase | 61.6 inches
156 cm |
Weight | 2208 lbs
1001 kg |
Front tire | 5.00-15 |
Rear tire | 11.2-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 30 |
Battery CCA | 490 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 65 |
References | |
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1999 Products published by Kubota | |
L2500 Diesel Tractor published in 1998, by Kubota |
Engine
Engine Detail — 85 ci / 1.4 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota D1403 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 85 ci
1.4 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.15x3.64 inches
80 x 92 mm |
Power | 27 hp
20.1 kW |
Pre-heating | glow plugs |
Compression | 23:1 |
Rated RPM | 2800 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 6.4 qts
6.1 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 215mm mechanical dry disc |
four gears, plus reverse, in two ranges. | |
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Dimensions
Kubota L2500 Tires | |
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Ag front | 5.00-15 |
7.00-16 (4WD) | |
Ag rear | 11.2-24 |
Dimensions | |
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4WD Wheelbase | 61.6 inches
156 cm |
Length | 103.9 inches
263 cm |
Width | 50 inches*Minimum
127 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 83.1 inches
211 cm |
4WD Weight | 2208 lbs
1001 kg |
4WD Ground clearance | 12.2 inches
30 cm |
4WD Front tread | 39.8 inches
101 cm |
Rear tread | 40.6 inches
103 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Kubota LA450S loader | |
Kubota LB400 loader |
Photos
Kubota L2500
Kubota L2500
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota L2500 based on its 27 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 L2500.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.5 hrs
Approximately 5.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (7.7 gal / 29.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.4 gal/hr (5.3 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 L2500 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota L2500.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)27 hp
Kilowatts (kW)20.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)27.4 PS
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