Kubota M7970
The Kubota M7970 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 261.9 ci 4.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 82 hp / 61.1 kW; Diesel (gross): 88 hp / 65.6 kW. Operating weight: 6944 lbs 3149 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 82 hp / 61.1 kW; Diesel (gross): 88 hp / 65.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
26.4 gal
99.9 L
Operating Weight
6944 lbs
3149 kg
Overview
![]() | 1990 - 1998
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Utility tractor | |
Kubota M7970 Engine | |
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Kubota 4.3L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 26.4 gal
99.9 L |
Engine details ... | |
Kubota M7970 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 88 hp
65.6 kW |
Engine (net) | 82 hp
61.1 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 75.4 hp
56.2 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 | 16.3 gpm
61.7 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 5952 lbs
2699 kg |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 4848 lbs
2199 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 89 inches
226 cm |
Weight | 6944 lbs
3149 kg |
Front tire | 11.2-24 |
Rear tire | 16.9-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 200 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 261.9 ci / 4.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota V4300 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 261.9 ci
4.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.29x4.53 inches
109 x 115 mm |
Power (net) | 82 hp
61.1 kW |
Power (gross) | 88 hp
65.6 kW |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Torque | 209.8 lb-ft
284.5 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 13.9 qts
13.2 L |
Coolant capacity | 14.4 qts
13.6 L |
Transmission
Transmission | |
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Clutch | dry disc |
Dimensions
Kubota M7970 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-34 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 89 inches
226 cm |
Length | 152.8 inches
388 cm |
Width | 80.3 inches
203 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 104.5 inches
265 cm |
Weight | 6944 lbs
3149 kg |
Ground clearance | 15.2 inches
38 cm |
Front tread | 60.6 to 68.5 inches
153 to 173 cm |
Rear tread | 61.8 to 77.6 inches
156 to 197 cm |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Kubota M7970.
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 M7970 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota M7970.
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): 82 hp / 61.1 kW; Diesel (gross): 88 hp / 65.6 kW
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