Kubota L4300
The Kubota L4300 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 134.1 ci 2.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 45.3 hp / 33.8 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 2844 to 2976 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 45.3 hp / 33.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
8.2 gal
31.0 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
2844 to 2976 pounds
Overview
 | 2001 - 2005
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 | |
The Kubota L4300 was an "economy" version of the L4310. It was only available with an unsynchronized 8-speed gear transmission and no cab was offered. | |
Variants | |
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L4300F | 2WD |
L4300DT | 4WD |
Kubota L4300 Engine | |
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Kubota 2.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 8.2 gal
31.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota L4300 Transmission | |
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8-speed sliding gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota L4300 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 45.3 hp
33.8 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 37.5 hp
28.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | helical gear |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Valves | 1 to 3 |
Pump flow | 6.4 gpm
24.2 lpm |
Total flow | 10.4 gpm
39.4 lpm |
Steering flow | 3.9 gpm
14.8 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position control with optional draft control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 2870 lbs
1301 kg |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2310 lbs
1047 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 71.6 inches
181 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 71.1 inches
180 cm |
Weight | 2844 to 2976 pounds |
Front tire | 7.5L-15 |
2WD Rear tire | 14.9-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery CCA | 550 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 55 |
References | |
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L2600/L3000/L4300 Basic Tractor Series published in 2002, by Kubota | |
L4300 Diesel Tractor published in 2000, by Kubota |
Engine
Engine Detail — 134.1 ci / 2.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota V-2203 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 134.1 ci
2.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.43x3.64 inches
87 x 92 mm |
Power (gross) | 45.3 hp
33.8 kW |
Fuel system | indirect injection |
Air cleaner | dual dry elelment |
Pre-heating | glow plugs |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 8 qts
7.6 L |
Coolant capacity | 6.7 qts
6.3 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. | |
Dimensions
Kubota L4300 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.5L-15. Rear: 14.9-24 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8.0-16. Rear: 14.9-24 |
Lawn/turf front | 10-16.5 |
Lawn/turf rear | 17.5-24 |
2WD Industrial front | 27x8.5-15 |
4WD Industrial front | 29x12.5-15 |
2WD Industrial rear | 41x14-20 |
4WD Industrial rear | 21.5:-16.1 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 71.6 inches
181 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 71.1 inches
180 cm |
Length | 110 inches
279 cm |
Width | 60.8 inches
154 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 84.8 inches
215 cm |
4WD Weight | 2844 lbs
1290 kg |
4WD Weight | 2976 lbs
1349 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 15 inches
38 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Kubota LB552 loader | |
Kubota LA682 loader | |
Backhoe |
Kubota BL4690A Backhoe | |
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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 |
Kubota L4560 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Kubota L4560 Backhoe |
Transport height | 105.8 inches
268 cm |
Digging depth | 108 inches
274 cm |
Reach from pivot | 147 inches
373 cm |
Loading height | 107.9 inches
274 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 190° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 4920 lbs
2231 kg |
6060 lbs (power position)
2748 kg | |
Dipperstick force | 2430 lbs
1102 kg |
Photos
Kubota L4300 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota L4300 based on its 45.3 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 L4300.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.5 hrs
Approximately 3.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (8.2 gal / 31 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.4 gal/hr (8.9 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 L4300 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota L4300.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)45.3 hp
Kilowatts (kW)33.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)45.9 PS
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