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Kubota M7-173

The Kubota M7-173 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 373.7 ci 6.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 170 hp / 126.8 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 16204 lbs 7350 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 170 hp / 126.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
87.2 gal 330.1 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
16204 lbs 7350 kg

Overview

Kubota M7-173 tractor photo
2020 - 2022 M7-3 SeriesUtility tractor M7-3 Series Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Kubota
Utility tractor
Built in Bierne, France
Kubota M7-173 Engine
Kubota 6.1L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
87.2 gal 330.1 L
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
10 gal 37.9 L
Engine details ...
Kubota M7-173 Power
Engine (gross)
170 hp 126.8 kW
Engine (max)
175 hp 130.5 kW
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard with air-conditioning.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
closed-center load-sensing OptOptional
Valves
3 to 6
Pump flow
21.1 gpm (open) 79.9 lpm
29.1 gpm (closed) 110.1 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
III
Control
lower-link draft sensing
Rear lift (at ends)
20723 lbs 9399 kg
Front lift
7717 lbs 3500 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/1000
Engine RPM
540E@1608
540@2005
1000E@1600
1000@1995
Front PTO
independent
Front PTO Type
1000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
107.1 inches 272 cm
Weight
16204 lbs 7350 kg
Front tire
540/65R28
Rear tire
650/65R38
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
150
Battery CCA
1000
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
170
References
M7-173 references literature
M7003 Series published in 2020, by Kubota

Engine

Engine Detail — 373.7 ci / 6.1 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Kubota V6108
Configuration
turbocharged intercooled diesel, 4-cylinder 16-valve, liquid-cooled
Displacement
373.7 ci 6.1 L
Bore/Stroke
4.65x5.51 inches 118 x 140 mm
Emissions
Stage V
Rated Power (gross)
170 hp 126.8 kW
Maximum Power (gross)
175 hp 130.5 kW
Rated RPM
1900
Torque
524.4 lb-ft 711.1 Nm
Torque RPM
1500
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission options
30-speed six-speed power shift
infinitely-variable transmission

Transmission — 30 forward and 15 reverse six-speed power shift

Type
six-speed power shift
Gears
30 forward and 15 reverse
Clutch
electro-hydraulic wet disc
Six power shift gears in five synchronized ranges with power shuttle.

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse infinitely-variable transmission

Type
infinitely-variable transmission
Gears
infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

Kubota M7-173 Tires
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 540/65R28. Rear: 650/65R38
Dimensions
Wheelbase
107.1 inches 272 cm
Length
187.7 inches 476 cm
Width
98.4 inches 249 cm
Height (cab)
119.3 inches 303 cm
Shipping weight
16204 lbs 7350 kg
Ground clearance
17.2 inches 43 cm

Photos

Kubota M7-173 tractor photo

Kubota M7-173 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Kubota M7-173 based on its 170 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm)Commercial / Field ScaleLarge acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼Commercial / Field ScaleLarge commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙Commercial / Field ScaleWide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)Commercial / Field ScaleHigh-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).
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 M7-173.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.9 hrs

Approximately 9.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (87.2 gal / 330.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~8.8 gal/hr (33.5 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 M7-173 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota M7-173.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)170 hp
Kilowatts (kW)126.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)172.4 PS

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