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Kubota L3000

The Kubota L3000 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 91.5 ci 1.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 32.1 hp / 23.9 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 2183 to 2425 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 32.1 hp / 23.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
8.2 gal 31.0 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
2183 to 2425 pounds

Overview

Kubota L3000 tractor photo
2000 - 2003 Standard L SeriesCompact Utility tractor Standard L Series Compact Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Kubota
Compact Utility tractor
Variants
L3000F
2WD
L3000DT
4WD
Kubota L3000 Engine
Kubota 1.5L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
8.2 gal 31.0 L
Engine details ...
Kubota L3000 Transmission
8-speed sliding gear
Transmission details ...
Kubota L3000 Power
Engine (gross)
32.1 hp 23.9 kW
PTO (claimed)
27.5 hp 20.5 kW
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lock
mechanical rear
Power steering
Wet disc brakes
Two-post ROPS.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Pressure
2205 psi 152.0 bar
Total flow
6.9 gpm 26.1 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
I
Control
position control
Rear lift (at ends)
1985 lbs 900 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
live
Clutch
dual-stage dry disc
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)
Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase
62.4 inches 158 cm
4WD Wheelbase
62.8 inches 159 cm
Weight
2183 to 2425 pounds
Front tire
5.00-15
Rear tire
11.2-24
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery CCA
490
Battery volts
12
References
L3000 references literature
L2600/L3000 published in 2000, by Kubota
L2600/L3000/L4300 Basic Tractor Series published in 2002, by Kubota

Engine

Engine Detail — 91.5 ci / 1.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Kubota D1503
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
91.5 ci 1.5 L
Bore/Stroke
3.3x3.6 inches 84 x 91 mm
Power (gross)
32.1 hp 23.9 kW
Fuel system
indirect injection
Pre-heating
glow plugs
Rated RPM
2700
Torque
70.9 lb-ft 96.1 Nm
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
5.8 qts 5.5 L
Coolant capacity
6.3 qts 6.0 L

Transmission

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse sliding gear

Type
sliding gear
Gears
8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch
dry disc
Unsynchronized transmission. Tractor must be stopped to shift gears.

Dimensions

Kubota L3000 Tires
Ag front
5.00-15 (2WD)
7-16 (4WD)
Ag rear
11.2-24
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase
62.4 inches 158 cm
4WD Wheelbase
62.8 inches 159 cm
Length
105.4 inches 267 cm
Width
50.9 inches 129 cm
Height
83.1 inches 211 cm
2WD Weight
2183 lbs 990 kg
4WD Weight
2425 lbs 1099 kg
2WD Ground clearance
13.6 inches 34 cm
4WD Ground clearance
12.2 inches 30 cm

Attachments

Attachment overview
Kubota LB402 loader
Kubota LB452S loader
Backhoe
The Kubota L3000 was advertised with the RCR60CA (60-inch) or RCR72CA (72-inch) rear-mount mowers.
Kubota BL4690A Backhoe
Backhoe type
Kubota BL4690A Backhoe
Transport height
76.8 inches 195 cm
Bucket width
10 inches 25 cm
12 inches 30 cm
16 inches 40 cm
24 inches 60 cm
Digging depth
90.2 inches 229 cm
Reach from pivot
116.5 inches 295 cm
Loading height
75.5 inches 191 cm
Bucket Rotation
180°
Swing Arc
180°
Bucket force
2950 lbs 1338 kg
Dipperstick force
1740 lbs 789 kg

Photos

Kubota L3000

Kubota L3000

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Kubota L3000 based on its 32.1 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm)Medium DutyStandard utility farm tillage.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
5 ft (60 in)1.5 mMedium DutyPasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
54 to 60 in135 - 150 cmMedium DutyThorough 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 DutySmall 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 L3000.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.9 hrs

Approximately 4.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (8.2 gal / 31 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.7 gal/hr (6.3 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 L3000 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota L3000.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)32.1 hp
Kilowatts (kW)23.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)32.5 PS

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