Kubota M7030
The Kubota M7030 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 243.1 ci 4.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 71 hp / 52.9 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 4982 to 6040 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 71 hp / 52.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
16.9 gal
64.0 L
Transmission
16 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
4982 to 6040 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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M7030F | 2WD |
M7030DT | 4WD |
M7030LP | Low-profile |
M7030SU | short wheelbase |
Kubota M7030 Engine | |
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Kubota 4.0L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Kubota M7030 Transmission | |
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16-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota M7030 Power | |
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Engine | 71 hp
52.9 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 58.5 hp
43.6 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 68 hp
50.7 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 56.83 hp
42.4 kW |
PTO (tested) | 68.87 hp
51.4 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
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 | 13.2 gal
50.0 L |
4WD Hydraulic system | 16.2 gal
61.3 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
2WD Capacity | 13.2 gal
50.0 L |
4WD Capacity | 16.2 gal
61.3 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 |
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 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2035 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 87.4 inches (2WD)
221 cm |
89 inches (4WD)
226 cm | |
SU Wheelbase | 83.4 inches
211 cm |
Weight | 4982 to 6040 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 16.9-30 (2WD) |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | 145 (2WD) |
151 (4WD) | |
Battery volts | 12 |
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 | |
Low Profile Tractor M7030 4WD published in 1987, by Kubota | |
Utility Special Tractor M7030SU 2WD published in 1990, by Kubota | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 243.1 ci / 4.0 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota V4000 |
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 | 71 hp
52.9 kW |
Air cleaner | dual dry element |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 13.9 qts
13.2 L |
Coolant capacity | 14.4 qts
13.6 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 16 forward and 4 reverse
Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | dry plate |
Oil capacity | 52.8 qts (2WD)
50.0 L |
64.7 qts (4WD)
61.2 L | |
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Dimensions
Kubota M7030 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9-30 (2WD) |
Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 16.9-30 (4WD) | |
Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9-24 (Low-profile 2WD) | |
Front: 9.5-20. Rear: 16.9-24 (Low-profile 4WD) | |
Optional tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 18.4-30 (2WD) |
Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 18.4-30 (4WD) | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 87.4 inches (2WD)
221 cm |
89 inches (4WD)
226 cm | |
SU Wheelbase | 83.4 inches
211 cm |
2WD Length | 145 inches
368 cm |
4WD Length | 151 inches
383 cm |
SU Length | 140.9 inches
357 cm |
4WD Low-Profile Length | 148.8 inches
377 cm |
Width | 76.4 inches
194 cm |
76.7 inches (Low-Profile)
194 cm | |
Ground clearance | 14.4 inches (4WD)
36 cm |
20.1 inches (2WD)
51 cm | |
16.7 inches (2WD Low-Profile)
42 cm | |
12.4 inches (4WD Low-Profile)
31 cm | |
Front tread | 56.7 to 80.3 inches
144 to 203 cm (2WD) |
Front tread | 57.9 to 61.8 inches
147 to 156 cm (4WD) |
Rear tread | 63.4 to 75.2 inches
161 to 191 cm |
Kubota M7030 Weight | |
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2WD Shipping | 4982 lbs
2259 kg |
4WD Shipping | 6040 lbs
2739 kg |
Ballasted | 9405 lbs
4266 kg |
Kubota M7030 Height | |
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Hood | 58.4 inches
148 cm |
55.1 inches (2WD Low-Profile)
139 cm | |
56.5 inches (4WD Low-Profile)
143 cm | |
Exhaust | 90.3 inches
229 cm |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1597 | |
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Diesel 16-speed 4WD
May 14 - June 2, 1986
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1597 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 68.87 hp
51.4 kW |
Fuel use | 4.2 gal/hour
15.9 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 64.38 hp
48.0 kW |
Fuel use | 3.7 gal/hour
14.0 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 56.83 hp
42.4 kW |
Fuel use | 4.0 gal/hour
15.1 l/hour |
Max pull | 7,424 lbs
3367 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Kubota M1250 loader | |
Kubota M1880A loader |
Photos
Kubota M7030
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota M7030 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 M7030.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.6 hrs
Approximately 4.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (16.9 gal / 64 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 M7030 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota M7030.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)71 hp
Kilowatts (kW)52.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)72 PS
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