Kubota M6030
The Kubota M6030 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 196.4 ci 3.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 61 hp / 45.5 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 4409 to 5269 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 61 hp / 45.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
16.9 gal
64.0 L
Transmission
16 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
4409 to 5269 pounds
Overview
 | 1986 - 1998
M30 SeriesUtility tractor
M30 Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Utility tractor | |
Variants | |
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M6030DT | 4WD |
Kubota M6030 Engine | |
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Kubota 3.2L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Kubota M6030 Transmission | |
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16-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota M6030 Power | |
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Engine | 61 hp
45.5 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 48.1 hp
35.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 57 hp
42.5 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 48.28 hp
36.0 kW |
PTO (tested) | 57.74 hp
43.1 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) | 3,968 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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Wheelbase | 79.4 inches
201 cm |
Weight | 4409 to 5269 pounds |
Front tire | 6.50-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 16.9-28 |
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 — 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 | 61 hp
45.5 kW |
Air cleaner | dual dry element |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
2WD Oil capacity | 10.4 qts
9.8 L |
4WD Oil capacity | 12.2 qts
11.5 L |
Coolant capacity | 12.3 qts
11.6 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 16 forward and 4 reverse
Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
2WD Oil capacity | 50.7 qts
48.0 L |
4WD Oil capacity | 59.7 qts
56.5 L |
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Dimensions
Kubota M6030 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.50-16. Rear: 16.9-28 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-22. Rear: 16.9-28 |
Front: 6.50-16. 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: 16.9-30 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 16.9-30 |
Front: 8.00-16. Rear: 18.4-16 (2WD Low Profile) | |
Ag front | 6.50-16 |
Ag rear | 16.9-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 79.4 inches
201 cm |
2WD Length | 135 inches
342 cm |
4WD Length | 138 inches
350 cm |
Width | 78.8 inches
200 cm |
74.9 inches (Low Profile)
190 cm | |
2WD Weight | 4409 lbs
1999 kg |
4WD Weight | 5269 lbs
2390 kg |
2WD Ground clearance | 19.3 inches
49 cm |
4WD Ground clearance | 17.3 inches
43 cm |
15.9 inches (2WD Low Profile)
40 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 | 62.9 to 75.6 inches
159 to 192 cm |
Kubota M6030 Height | |
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Hood | 56.2 inches
142 cm |
53.3 inches (Low Profile)
135 cm | |
Exhaust | 88.3 inches
224 cm |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1596 | |
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Diesel 16-speed 4WD
May 14 - 28, 1986
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1596 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 57.74 hp
43.1 kW |
Fuel use | 3.6 gal/hour
13.6 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 53.57 hp
39.9 kW |
Fuel use | 3.2 gal/hour
12.1 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 48.28 hp
36.0 kW |
Fuel use | 3.6 gal/hour
13.6 l/hour |
Max pull | 7,052 lbs
3198 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Kubota M1000 loader | |
Kubota M1870A loader |
Photos
Kubota M6030
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota M6030 based on its 61 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
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 | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 M6030.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.3 hrs
Approximately 5.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (16.9 gal / 64 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.2 gal/hr (12 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 M6030 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota M6030.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)61 hp
Kilowatts (kW)45.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)61.8 PS
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