Kubota L5040

The Kubota L5040 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 148.5 ci 2.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 50 hp / 37.3 kW; Diesel (gross): 52 hp / 38.8 kW. Transmission: Glide Shift (GST). Operating weight: 3,803 lbs 1725 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (net): 50 hp / 37.3 kW; Diesel (gross): 52 hp / 38.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
14.3 gal 54.1 L
Transmission
Glide Shift (GST)
Operating Weight
3,803 lbs 1725 kg

Overview

Kubota L5040 tractor photo
2007 - 2013 L40 SeriesCompact Utility tractor L40 Series Compact Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Kubota
Compact Utility tractor
Original price
$28,871 (2011)
The "semi-independent" mid PTO is linked with the rear PTO. Whenever the mid PTO is engaged, the rear PTO will also be engaged. The rear PTO can be run without the mid PTO.
Kubota L5040 Engine
Kubota 2.4L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
Kubota L5040 Transmission
12-speed
Transmission details ...
Kubota L5040 Power
Engine (gross)
52 hp 38.8 kW
Engine (net)
50 hp 37.3 kW
PTO (claimed)
44 hp 32.8 kW
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Differential lock
standard
Steering
hydrostatic power steering
Mechanical wet disc brakes
Two-post foldable ROPS.
Capacity
Fuel
14.3 gal 54.1 L
Hydraulic system
11.9 gal 45.0 L
Front axle
9.5 qts 9.0 L
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Capacity
11.9 gal 45.0 L
Valves
2 to 3
Pump flow
9.4 gpm 35.6 lpm
Total flow
14.1 gpm 53.4 lpm
Steering flow
4.7 gpm 17.8 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
I
Rear lift (at ends)
3,680 lbs 1669 kg
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
2,760 lbs 1251 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540
Engine RPM
540@2550
Mid PTO
semi-independent (optional)
Mid PTO Type
2000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
75.4 inches 191 cm
Weight
3,803 lbs 1725 kg
Front tire
9.5-16
Rear tire
14.9-26
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging amps
45
Battery CCA
582
Battery volts
12

Engine

Engine Detail — 148.5 ci / 2.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Kubota
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
148.5 ci 2.4 L
Bore/Stroke
3.4x4.0 inches 86 x 102 mm
Power (net)
50 hp 37.3 kW
Power (gross)
52 hp 38.8 kW
Rated RPM
2600
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
9.9 qts 9.4 L
Coolant capacity
8.7 qts 8.2 L

Transmission

Transmission — Glide Shift (GST)

Transmission
Glide Shift (GST)
Gears
12 forward and 8 reverse
Oil capacity
47.6 qts 45.0 L
L5040 Glide Shift (GST)  speeds

Dimensions

Kubota L5040 Tires
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 9.5-16. Rear: 14.9-26
Optional tires (ag)
Front: 9.5-16. Rear: 14.9-26
Lawn/turf front
29x12.50-15
305R343
Lawn/turf rear
44x18-20
610R470
Industrial front
10-16.5
Industrial rear
17.5L-24
Dimensions
Wheelbase
75.4 inches 191 cm
Length
126.4 inches 321 cm
Width
67.3 inches 170 cm
Height (ROPS)
98 inches 248 cm
Weight
3,803 lbs 1725 kg
Ground clearance
15.7 inches 39 cm
Front tread
52.8 inches 134 cm
Rear tread
52.2 to 56.3 inches 132 to 143 cm

Attachments

Attachment overview
Snowblower
Blade
Front-end loader
Backhoe
The front-mounted sweeper and snowblower require the mid PTO.
Kubota BH92 Backhoe
Backhoe type
Kubota BH92 Backhoe
2-Foot flat digging depth
109.8 inches 278 cm
Reach from pivot
150.4 inches 382 cm
Loading height
84.3 inches 214 cm
Bucket force
4,548 lbs 2062 kg
Dipperstick force
2,698 lbs 1223 kg

Photos

Kubota L5040 tractor photo

Kubota L5040 tractor photo

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Kubota L5040.

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 L5040 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota L5040.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS

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