Kubota M5040
The Kubota M5040 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 186 ci 3.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 50.5 hp / 37.7 kW. Transmission: Hydraulic Shuttle. Operating weight: 1975 lbs 895 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 50.5 hp / 37.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
18.5 gal
70.0 L
Transmission
Hydraulic Shuttle
Operating Weight
1975 lbs
895 kg
Overview
 | 2007 - 2010
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Utility tractor | |
Kubota M5040 Engine | |
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Kubota 3.0L 4-cyl diesel | |
ROPS Fuel tank | 18.5 gal
70.0 L |
Cab Fuel tank | 29.1 gal
110.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota M5040 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 50.5 hp
37.7 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS with optional canopy. Ultra Grand Cab optional with heat and air-conditioning | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2770 psi
191.0 bar |
Valves | 1 to 2 |
Pump flow | 11 gpm
41.6 lpm |
Steering flow | 6.1 gpm
23.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3307 lbs
1500 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2160 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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4WD ROPS Wheelbase | 80.7 inches
204 cm |
2WD ROPS Wheelbase | 82.1 inches
208 cm |
4WD Cab Wheelbase | 83.1 inches
211 cm |
2WD Cab Wheelbase | 84.4 inches
214 cm |
Weight | 3748 to 4553 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 16.9-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
ROPS Charging amps | 45 |
Cab Charging amps | 60 |
Battery CCA | 900 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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M5040/M6040/M7040/M8540/M9540 published in 2005, by Kubota | |
New Product Guide M-Series Tractors published in 2005, by Kubota |
Engine
Engine Detail — 186 ci / 3.0 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota V3007-DI |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 186 ci
3.0 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.70x4.30 inches
94 x 109 mm |
Emissions | Tier II |
Power (net) | 50.5 hp
37.7 kW |
Air cleaner | dual element dry |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed synchronized shuttle | |
8-speed power shuttle | |
12-speed creeper |
Transmission — Synchro-Shuttle
Transmission | Synchro-Shuttle |
Type | synchronized shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Clutch | 275mm dry discs |
Four gears in high and low ranges. | |
Transmission — Hydraulic Shuttle
Transmission | Hydraulic Shuttle |
Type | power shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Clutch | 125mm wet discs |
Hydraulic shuttle only available on cab models. | |
Type | creeper |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Kubota M5040 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9-28 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 16.9-28 |
Dimensions | |
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4WD ROPS Wheelbase | 80.7 inches
204 cm |
2WD ROPS Wheelbase | 82.1 inches
208 cm |
4WD Cab Wheelbase | 83.1 inches
211 cm |
2WD Cab Wheelbase | 84.4 inches
214 cm |
2WD Length | 140.4 inches
356 cm |
4WD Length | 135.6 inches
344 cm |
Width | 73.2 inches
185 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 95.3 inches
242 cm |
Height (cab) | 98.2 inches
249 cm |
Ground clearance | 16.5 inches
41 cm |
Kubota M5040 Weight | |
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2WD ROPS | 3748 lbs
1700 kg |
4WD ROPS | 3968 lbs
1799 kg |
4WD Cab | 4333 lbs
1965 kg |
4WD Cab | 4553 lbs
2065 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Kubota LA1153 Height Position loader | |
Kubota LA1153 Power Position loader | |
Backhoe |
Kubota M4011 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Kubota M4011 Backhoe |
Weight | 1975 lbs
895 kg |
Transport height | 108.5 inches
275 cm |
Digging depth | 133.2 inches
338 cm |
Reach from pivot | 173 inches
439 cm |
Loading height | 98 inches
248 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 180° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 6167 lbs
2797 kg |
Dipperstick force | 4160 lbs
1886 kg |
Photos
Kubota M5040
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota M5040 based on its 50.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 M5040.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7 hrs
Approximately 7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (18.5 gal / 70 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.6 gal/hr (9.9 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 M5040 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota M5040.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)50.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)37.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)51.2 PS
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