Kubota M5970
The Kubota M5970 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 196.4 ci 3.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 62 hp / 46.2 kW; Diesel (gross): 66 hp / 49.2 kW. Operating weight: 5765 lbs 2615 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 62 hp / 46.2 kW; Diesel (gross): 66 hp / 49.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
18.5 gal
70.0 L
Operating Weight
5765 lbs
2615 kg
Overview
![]() | 1990 - 1998
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Utility tractor | |
Kubota M5970 Engine | |
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Kubota 3.2L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 18.5 gal
70.0 L |
Engine details ... | |
Kubota M5970 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 66 hp
49.2 kW |
Engine (net) | 62 hp
46.2 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 57.2 hp
42.7 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | standard |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Wet disc brakes | |
Four-post ROPS. Cab optional. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Pressure | 2630 psi
181.3 bar |
Pump flow | 10.98 gpm
41.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 4415 lbs
2002 kg |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3307.2 lbs
1500 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | dry disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 83.3 inches
211 cm |
Weight | 5765 lbs
2615 kg |
Front tire | 9.5-24 |
Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 200 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 196.4 ci / 3.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota D3200 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 196.4 ci
3.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.29x4.53 inches
109 x 115 mm |
Power (net) | 62 hp
46.2 kW |
Power (gross) | 66 hp
49.2 kW |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Torque | 156.3 lb-ft
211.9 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 10.4 qts
9.8 L |
Coolant capacity | 12.3 qts
11.6 L |
Transmission
Transmission | |
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Clutch | dry disc |
Dimensions
Kubota M5970 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 83.3 inches
211 cm |
Length | 144.3 inches
366 cm |
Width | 72.8 inches
184 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 99.4 inches
252 cm |
Weight | 5765 lbs
2615 kg |
Ground clearance | 14.6 inches
37 cm |
Front tread | 55.9 to 63.8 inches
141 to 162 cm |
Rear tread | 55.9 to 75.6 inches
141 to 192 cm |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Kubota M5970.
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 M5970 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota M5970.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Engine Power:Diesel (net): 62 hp / 46.2 kW; Diesel (gross): 66 hp / 49.2 kW
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