Kubota L3250
The Kubota L3250 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 113.6 ci 1.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 40 hp / 29.8 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 7 reverse. Operating weight: 2750 lbs 1247 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 40 hp / 29.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7.7 gal
29.1 L
Transmission
8 forward and 7 reverse
Operating Weight
2750 lbs
1247 kg
Overview
![]() | 1989 - 1990
L SeriesCompact Utility tractor
L Series
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Variants | |
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L3250F | 2WD |
L3250DT | 4WD |
Kubota L3250 Engine | |
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Kubota 1.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 7.7 gal
29.1 L |
Engine details ... | |
Kubota L3250 Transmission | |
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8-speed mechanical shuttle | |
Transmission details ... |
Kubota L3250 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 40 hp
29.8 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 32 hp
23.9 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | power |
Mechanical wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pump flow | 7.8 gpm
29.5 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift | 1875 lbs
850 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 68.3 inches
173 cm |
Weight | 2750 lbs
1247 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
Rear tire | 13.6-26 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Backhoes published in 1992, by Kubota | |
Backhoes published in 1994, by Kubota | |
Front Loaders published in 1988, by Kubota | |
Front Loaders B, L and M-Series published in 1994, by Kubota* | |
Product Catalog published in 1990, by Kubota | |
M4030SU Turf Special & L3250F Turf Special published in 1990, by Kubota | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 113.6 ci / 1.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota V1902 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 113.6 ci
1.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.3x3.2 inches
84 x 81 mm |
Power (gross) | 40 hp
29.8 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 7.4 qts
7.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 7 reverse mechanical shuttle
Type | mechanical shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and 7 reverse |
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Dimensions
Kubota L3250 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Ag rear | 13.6-26 |
Lawn/turf front | 29x12.50-15 (Turf Special) |
Lawn/turf rear | 21.5-16.1 (Turf Special) |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 68.3 inches
173 cm |
Length | 114.2 inches
290 cm |
Width | 56.1 inches
142 cm |
Height | 80.7 inches
204 cm |
Weight | 2750 lbs
1247 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Kubota BF550 loader | |
Kubota LA650A loader | |
Backhoe |
Kubota L4530B Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Kubota L4530B Backhoe |
Transport height | 71.2 inches
180 cm |
Bucket width | 10 inches
25 cm |
12 inches
30 cm | |
16 inches
40 cm | |
24 inches
60 cm | |
Digging depth | 96 inches
243 cm |
Reach from pivot | 112 inches
284 cm |
Loading height | 70.8 inches
179 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 194° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 2890 lbs
1310 kg |
Dipperstick force | 1645 lbs
746 kg |
Kubota L4560 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Kubota L4560 Backhoe |
Transport height | 105 inches
266 cm |
Bucket width | 13 inches
33 cm |
18 inches
45 cm | |
24 inches
60 cm | |
30 inches
76 cm | |
Digging depth | 99 inches
251 cm |
Reach from pivot | 147 inches
373 cm |
Loading height | 99.25 inches
252 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 190° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 4920 lbs
2231 kg |
Dipperstick force | 2430 lbs
1102 kg |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota L3250 based on its 40 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 | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
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 L3250.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.7 hrs
Approximately 3.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (7.7 gal / 29.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.1 gal/hr (7.9 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 L3250 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota L3250.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)40 hp
Kilowatts (kW)29.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)40.6 PS
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