Kubota M5140
The Kubota M5140 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): 52 hp / 38.8 kW. Transmission: Hydraulic-Shuttle. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 4240 to 5160 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 52 hp / 38.8 kW
Drive & Traction
4x2 2WD
Fuel & Capacities
18.5 gal (ROPS)
70.0 L
Transmission
Hydraulic-Shuttle
Operating Weight
4240 to 5160 pounds
Overview
 | 2010 -
Utility tractor |
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2010 - | |
Utility tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Utility tractor | |
Original price | $21,432 (2011) |
Variants | |
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M5140F | 2WD ROPS sync-shuttle |
M5140FC | 2WD cab sync-shuttle |
M5140DT | 4WD ROPS sync-shuttle |
M5140HD | 4WD ROPS hyd-shuttle |
M5140DTC | 4WD cab sync-shuttle |
M5140HDC | 4WD cab hyd-shuttle |
Kubota M5140 Engine | |
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Kubota 2.4L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Kubota M5140 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 52 hp
38.8 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 46 hp
34.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4x2 2WD |
4X4 MFWD 4WD (optional) | |
Differential lock | rear standard |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Mechanical wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS with optional canopy. Ultra Grand Cab optional with heat and air-conditioning | |
Capacity | |
|---|---|
Fuel | 18.5 gal (ROPS)
70.0 L |
23.8 gal (cab)
90.1 L | |
Hydraulic system | 10.6 gal
40.1 L |
Front axle | 8.5 qts
8.0 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 10.6 gal
40.1 L |
Valves | 1 to 3 |
Pump flow | 11 gpm
41.6 lpm |
Total flow | 17.2 gpm
65.1 lpm |
Steering flow | 6.1 gpm
23.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
|---|---|
Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift (at ends) | 4,200 lbs
1905 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 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2295 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 4240 to 5160 pounds |
Front tire | 6.50-15 |
Rear tire | 14.9-28 (2WD) |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 45 (ROPS) |
60 (cab) | |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 148.5 ci / 2.4 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota V2403-DI-T |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 148.5 ci
2.4 L |
Emissions | Interim Tier IV |
Emission control | EGR |
Power (net) | 52 hp
38.8 kW |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 8.5 qts
8.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 6.6 qts
6.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed partially synchronized | |
8-speed power shuttle |
Transmission — Synchro-Shuttle
Transmission | Synchro-Shuttle |
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Clutch | dry plate |
Oil capacity | 42.4 qts
40.1 L |
Four gears with high and low ranges. Gears and forward-reverse shuttle shifting are synchronized. | |
Transmission — Hydraulic-Shuttle
Transmission | Hydraulic-Shuttle |
Type | power shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Clutch | wet discs |
Oil capacity | 42.4 qts
40.1 L |
Four gears with high and low ranges. Clutchless power shuttle shifting between forward and reverse. Gears (1-4) are synchronized. | |
Dimensions
Kubota M5140 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.50-15. Rear: 14.9-28 (2WD) |
Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 14.9-28 (4WD) | |
Optional tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9-28 (2WD) |
Front: 9.5L-15. Rear: 14.9-28 (2WD) | |
Front: 9.5L-15. Rear: 16.9-28 (2WD) | |
Lawn/turf front | 29x12.5-15 |
305R343 | |
27x9.5-15 | |
Lawn/turf rear | 21.5L-16.1 |
570-648 | |
16.9-24 | |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 135.6 inches (4WD ROPS)
344 cm |
138 inches (4WD cab)
350 cm | |
140.4 inches (2WD ROPS)
356 cm | |
142.7 inches (2WD cab)
362 cm | |
Height (ROPS) | 82.1 inches
208 cm |
Height (cab) | 84.4 inches
214 cm |
Front tread | 55.9 to 71.7 inches
141 to 182 cm (2WD) |
Front tread | 55.9 to 59.8 inches
141 to 151 cm (4WD) |
Rear tread | 52 to 67.7 inches
132 to 171 cm |
Kubota M5140 Weight | |
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4,240 lbs (2WD ROPS)
1923 kg | |
4,550 lbs (4WD ROPS)
2063 kg | |
4,850 lbs (2WD cab)
2199 kg | |
5,160 lbs (4WD cab)
2340 kg | |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Kubota LA1153 Height Position loader | |
Kubota LA1153 Power Position loader |
Photos
Kubota M5140
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota M5140 based on its 52 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 M5140.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.8 hrs
Approximately 6.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (18.5 gal / 70 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.7 gal/hr (10.2 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 M5140 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota M5140.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)52 hp
Kilowatts (kW)38.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)52.7 PS
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