Kubota L285
The Kubota L285 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 90.7 ci 1.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 30 hp / 22.4 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 2230 lbs 1011 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 30 hp / 22.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
9.2 gal
34.8 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
2230 lbs
1011 kg
Overview
 | 1975 - 1981
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Kubota L285 Engine | |
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Kubota 1.5L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 9.2 gal
34.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota L285 Transmission | |
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8-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota L285 Power | |
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Engine | 30 hp
22.4 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 26.5 hp
19.8 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Open operator station. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pump flow | 4.7 gpm
17.8 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift | 2535 lbs
1149 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2070 |
1000@2105 | |
Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | elecro-magnetic |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 67 inches
170 cm |
Weight | 2230 lbs
1011 kg |
Front tire | 5.00-15 |
Rear tire | 12.4-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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New Model L285 published in 1975, by Kubota | |
Diesel L285 Tractor published in 1978, by Kubota |
Engine
Engine Detail — 90.7 ci / 1.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota V1500-A |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 90.7 ci
1.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.000x3.234 inches
76 x 82 mm |
Power | 30 hp
22.4 kW |
Pre-heating | glow plugs |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 9.4 qts
8.9 L |
Coolant capacity | 7.6 qts
7.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
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Dimensions
Kubota L285 Tires | |
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Ag front | 5.00-15 |
Ag rear | 12.4-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 67 inches
170 cm |
Length | 118.5 inches
300 cm |
Width | 62.625 inches
159 cm |
Height | 55.25 inches
140 cm |
Weight | 2230 lbs
1011 kg |
Ground clearance | 13.325 inches
33 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Front-end loader | |
Backhoe |
Kubota K605 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Kubota K605 Backhoe |
Photos
Kubota L285
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota L285 based on its 30 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 L285.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.9 hrs
Approximately 5.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (9.2 gal / 34.8 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.6 gal/hr (5.9 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 L285 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota L285.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)30 hp
Kilowatts (kW)22.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)30.4 PS
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