Kubota M8560
The Kubota M8560 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 230 ci 3.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 85.5 hp / 63.8 kW. Transmission: power shuttle. Operating weight: 5400 to 6680 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 85.5 hp / 63.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
23.8 gal
90.1 L
Transmission
power shuttle
Operating Weight
5400 to 6680 pounds
Overview
 | 2013 - 2016
M60 SeriesUtility tractor
M60 Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Utility tractor | |
Variants | |
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M8560HF | 2WD ROPS 8-speed |
M8560HFC | 2WD Cab 8-speed |
M8560HD | 4WD ROPS 8-speed |
M8560HDC | 4WD Cab 8-speed |
M8560HD12 | 4WD ROPS 12-speed |
M8560HDC12 | 4WD Cab 12-speed |
Kubota M8560 Engine | |
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Kubota 3.8L 4-cyl diesel | |
ROPS Fuel tank | 23.8 gal
90.1 L |
Cab Fuel tank | 29.1 gal
110.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota M8560 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 85.5 hp
63.8 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 76 hp
56.7 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Two-post foldable ROPS. Optional Ultra Grand Cab with air-conditioning. Optional air-ride seat and AM/FM/CD/MP3 sound system. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Valves | 1 to 3 |
ROPS Pump flow | 15.9 gpm
60.2 lpm |
Cab Pump flow | 17 gpm
64.3 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | position control and top-link draft sensing |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 4630 lbs
2100 kg |
7275 lbs (optional)
3299 kg | |
Rear Arms | telescopic lower link ends |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | electro-hydraulic |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375 |
540/540E (1.375) | |
540/1000 (1.375) | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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ROPS Wheelbase | 90 inches
228 cm |
Cab Wheelbase | 88.6 inches
225 cm |
Weight | 5400 to 6680 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-18 |
Rear tire | 16.9-30 (2WD) |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
ROPS Charging amps | 45 |
Cab Charging amps | 60 |
Optional Charging amps | 100 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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M8560/M9960 published in 2012, by Kubota |
Engine
Engine Detail — 230 ci / 3.8 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota V3800-CR-TE4 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 230 ci
3.8 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.94x4.72 inches
100 x 120 mm |
Emissions | Interim Tier IV |
Emission control | exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) |
Power (net) | 85.5 hp
63.8 kW |
Fuel system | common rail direct injection |
Rated RPM | 2400 (ROPS) |
2600 (cab) | |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed power shuttle | |
12-speed |
Transmission — 8 forward and reverse power shuttle
Type | power shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Clutch | wet discs |
Four synchronized gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high). | |
Transmission — power shuttle
Transmission | power shuttle |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Clutch | wet discs |
Six synchronized gears (1-6) in two ranges (low/high). | |
Dimensions
Kubota M8560 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 16.9-30 (2WD) |
Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-30 (4WD) | |
Dimensions | |
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ROPS Wheelbase | 90 inches
228 cm |
Cab Wheelbase | 88.6 inches
225 cm |
2WD Length | 153 inches
388 cm |
4WD Length | 148 inches
375 cm |
Width | 77 inches (min 2WD)
195 cm |
78 inches (min 4WD)
198 cm | |
Height (ROPS) | 99 inches
251 cm |
Height (cab) | 100.2 inches
254 cm |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 20.5 inches
52 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 18.7 inches
47 cm |
Flange rear axle | |
Front tread | 56.7 to 80.3 inches
144 to 203 cm (2WD) |
Front tread | 59.8 to 63.8 inches
151 to 162 cm (4WD) |
Rear tread | 59.8 to 75.6 inches
151 to 192 cm |
Kubota M8560 Weight | |
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5400 lbs (2WD ROPS)
2449 kg | |
5820 lbs (4WD ROPS)
2639 kg | |
6260 lbs (2WD Cab)
2839 kg | |
6680 lbs (4WD Cab)
3030 kg | |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Kubota LA1353A loader |
Photos
Kubota M8560
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota M8560 based on its 85.5 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 | 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 | 10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙 | Heavy Duty | Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble. |
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 M8560.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.4 hrs
Approximately 5.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (23.8 gal / 90.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.4 gal/hr (16.8 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 M8560 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota M8560.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)85.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)63.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)86.7 PS
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