Kubota L3001
The Kubota L3001 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 90.7 ci 1.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 29.6 hp / 22.1 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 2700 lbs 1224 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 29.6 hp / 22.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
9.25 gal
35.0 L
Transmission
16 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
2700 lbs
1224 kg
Overview
 | 1976 - 1979
L01 SeriesCompact Utility tractor
L01 Series
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Kubota L3001 Engine | |
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Kubota 1.5L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 9.25 gal
35.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota L3001 Transmission | |
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16-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota L3001 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 29.6 hp
22.1 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 Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 622@2800 |
809@2800 | |
1161@2800 | |
1400@2800 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 69.5 inches
176 cm |
Weight | 2700 lbs
1224 kg |
Front tire | 5.50-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 12.4/11-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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L3001 published in 1976, by Kubota | |
L3001DT published in 1977, by Kubota |
Engine
Engine Detail — 90.7 ci / 1.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota V1501 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 90.7 ci
1.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.00x3.23 inches
76 x 82 mm |
Power (net) | 29.6 hp
22.1 kW |
Rated RPM | 2800 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 16 forward and 4 reverse
Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
Four gears, plus reverse, in two ranges with additional creeper range. | |
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Dimensions
Kubota L3001 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.50-16. Rear: 12.4/11-28 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8-16. Rear: 12.4/11-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 69.5 inches
176 cm |
Length | 113.8 inches
289 cm |
Width | 57.1 inches
145 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 56.9 inches
144 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 75.8 inches
192 cm |
Weight | 2700 lbs
1224 kg |
Ground clearance | 13.4 inches
34 cm |
Photos
Kubota L3001 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota L3001 based on its 29.6 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 L3001.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6 hrs
Approximately 6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (9.3 gal / 35 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.5 gal/hr (5.8 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 L3001 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota L3001.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)29.6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)22.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)30 PS
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