Kubota M6950
The Kubota M6950 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 243.1 ci 4.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 71 hp / 52.9 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 5778 to 7045 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 71 hp / 52.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
26.4 gal
99.9 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
5778 to 7045 pounds
Overview
 | 1983 - 1993
M50 SeriesUtility tractor
M50 Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Japan | |
Variants | |
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M6950F | 2WD |
M6950DT | 4WD |
Kubota M6950 Engine | |
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Kubota 4.0L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Kubota M6950 Transmission | |
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12-speed synchronized | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota M6950 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 71 hp
52.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 66 hp
49.2 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 55.16 hp
41.1 kW |
PTO (tested) | 66.44 hp
49.5 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Four-post ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 26.4 gal
99.9 L |
Hydraulic system | 13.2 gal
50.0 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 13.2 gal
50.0 L |
Pressure | 2630 psi
181.3 bar |
Valves | 1 or 2 |
Total flow | 11 gpm
41.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift (at ends) | 4848 lbs
2199 kg |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 4475 lbs
2029 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Engine RPM | 540@2035 |
1000@2389 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 93.9 inches
238 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 94.9 inches
241 cm |
Weight | 5778 to 7045 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 18.4-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 65 (with cab) |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 300 |
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 | |
M-Series published in 1985, by Kubota | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 243.1 ci / 4.0 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota V4300-2A |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 243.1 ci
4.0 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.13x4.53 inches
105 x 115 mm |
Power (net) | 71 hp
52.9 kW |
Air cleaner | single paper element |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 13.9 qts
13.2 L |
Coolant capacity | 14.4 qts
13.6 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchronized
Type | synchronized |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | single dry plate |
Oil capacity | 52.8 qts
50.0 L |
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse in four ranges (A-D). Shifts between gears are synchronized. | |
With 18.4-28 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Kubota M6950 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 18.4-28 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 18.4-28 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 93.9 inches
238 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 94.9 inches
241 cm |
Length | 152.8 inches
388 cm |
Width | 78.2 inches
198 cm |
2WD Height (exhaust) | 93.9 inches
238 cm |
4WD Height (exhaust) | 94.9 inches
241 cm |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 21.1 inches
53 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 15.1 inches
38 cm |
2WD Front tread | 55.9 to 79.5 inches
141 to 201 cm |
4WD Front tread | 60.6 to 68.5 inches
153 to 173 cm |
Rear tread | 59.8 to 79.5 inches
151 to 201 cm |
Kubota M6950 Weight | |
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2WD Shipping | 5,778 lbs
2620 kg |
4WD Shipping | 6,622 lbs
3003 kg |
Operating | 7,045 lbs (4WD ROPS)
3195 kg |
Ballasted | 9,575 lbs
4343 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1498 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 4WD
September 27 - October 13, 1983
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1498 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 66.44 hp
49.5 kW |
Fuel use | 4.1 gal/hour
15.5 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 63.96 hp
47.7 kW |
Fuel use | 3.8 gal/hour
14.4 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 55.16 hp
41.1 kW |
Fuel use | 4.0 gal/hour
15.1 l/hour |
Max pull | 8,465 lbs
3839 kg |
Photos
Kubota M6950
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota M6950 based on its 71 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
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 M6950.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.2 hrs
Approximately 7.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (26.4 gal / 99.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.7 gal/hr (14 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 M6950 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota M6950.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)71 hp
Kilowatts (kW)52.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)72 PS
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