Kubota M5030
The Kubota M5030 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 170.3 ci 2.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 54 hp / 40.3 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 4188 to 4982 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 54 hp / 40.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
16.9 gal
64.0 L
Transmission
16 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
4188 to 4982 pounds
Overview
 | 1986 - 1996
M30 SeriesUtility tractor
M30 Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Utility tractor | |
The Kubota M5030 was available in both utility and low-profile chassis. | |
Variants | |
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M5030F | 2WD |
M5030DT | 4WD |
Kubota M5030 Engine | |
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Kubota 2.8L 6-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Kubota M5030 Transmission | |
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16-speed partially synchronized | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota M5030 Power | |
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Engine | 54 hp
40.3 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 42 hp
31.3 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 49 hp
36.5 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 41.27 hp
30.8 kW |
PTO (tested) | 49.77 hp
37.1 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | standard |
Power steering | |
Differential mechanical wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 16.9 gal
64.0 L |
2WD Hydraulic system | 12.7 gal
48.1 L |
4WD Hydraulic system | 14.9 gal
56.4 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
2WD Capacity | 12.7 gal
48.1 L |
4WD Capacity | 14.9 gal
56.4 L |
Pressure | 2630 psi
181.3 bar |
Valves | 1 |
Total flow | 11 gpm
41.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift (at ends) | 3968 lbs
1799 kg |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3,307 lbs
1500 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 78.7 inches
199 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 79.1 inches
200 cm |
Weight | 4188 to 4982 pounds |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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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 | |
M30 Series - Utility/Agri/Low Profile published in 1986, by Kubota | |
M30 Series - Utility-Agri/Low Profile/Narrow/Mudder published in 1991, by Kubota | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 170.3 ci / 2.8 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota S2802 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 170.3 ci
2.8 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.35x3.23 inches
85 x 82 mm |
Power | 54 hp
40.3 kW |
Air cleaner | dual dry element |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 15.6 qts
14.8 L |
Coolant capacity | 8.7 qts
8.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 16 forward and 4 reverse partially synchronized
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | dry plate |
2WD Oil capacity | 50.7 qts
48.0 L |
4WD Oil capacity | 59.7 qts
56.5 L |
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Dimensions
Kubota M5030 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 14.9-28 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-22. Rear: 14.9-28 |
Front: 6.50-15. Rear: 14.9-24 (2WD Low Profile) | |
Front: 9.5-16. Rear: 13.6-24 (4WD Low Profile) | |
2WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 6.50-16. Rear: 16.9-28 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-22. Rear: 16.9-28 |
Front: 9.00-10. Rear: 18.4-16 (2WD Low Profile) | |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 78.7 inches
199 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 79.1 inches
200 cm |
2WD Length | 135 inches
342 cm |
4WD Length | 138.1 inches
350 cm |
Width | 74.9 inches
190 cm |
73.5 inches (4WD Low Profile)
186 cm | |
2WD Weight | 4188 lbs
1899 kg |
4WD Weight | 4982 lbs
2259 kg |
2WD Ground clearance | 18.9 inches
48 cm |
4WD Ground clearance | 17.3 inches
43 cm |
15 inches (2WD Low Profile)
38 cm | |
14.4 inches (4WD Low Profile)
36 cm | |
2WD Front tread | 55.1 to 78.7 inches
139 to 199 cm |
4WD Front tread | 52.4 to 59.8 inches
133 to 151 cm |
Rear tread | 59.9 to 75.6 inches
152 to 192 cm |
Kubota M5030 Height | |
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Hood | 56.1 inches
142 cm |
53.1 inches (Low Profile)
134 cm | |
Exhaust | 89.7 inches
227 cm |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1595 | |
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Diesel 16-speed 4WD
May 12 - 22, 1986
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1595 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 49.77 hp
37.1 kW |
Fuel use | 3.0 gal/hour
11.4 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 48.94 hp
36.5 kW |
Fuel use | 2.8 gal/hour
10.6 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 41.27 hp
30.8 kW |
Fuel use | 3.0 gal/hour
11.4 l/hour |
Max pull | 6,004 lbs
2723 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Kubota M1000 loader | |
Kubota M1870A loader |
Photos
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota M5030 based on its 54 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 M5030.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6 hrs
Approximately 6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (16.9 gal / 64 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.8 gal/hr (10.6 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 M5030 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota M5030.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)54 hp
Kilowatts (kW)40.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)54.7 PS
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