Kubota M8950

The Kubota M8950 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 261.9 ci 4.3 L engine. The rated power output is 96 hp 71.6 kW. Transmission: 24 forward and 8 reverse. Operating weight: 6953 to 9555 pounds.

Overview

	1984 - 1993 M50 SeriesUtility tractor
1984 - 1993
M50 Series
Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Kubota
Utility tractor
Built in Japan

Variants
M8950F	2WD
M8950DT	4WD

Kubota M8950 Engine
Kubota 4.3L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Kubota M8950 Transmission
24-speed partial power shift
Transmission details ...

Kubota M8950 Power
Engine (net)	96 hp 71.6 kW
PTO (claimed)	85 hp 63.4 kW
Drawbar (tested)	68.92 hp 51.4 kW
PTO (tested)	85.63 hp 63.9 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lock	mechanical rear
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Four-post ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning.

Capacity
Fuel	31.7 gal 120.0 L
Hydraulic system	14.8 gal 56.0 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	14.8 gal 56.0 L
Pressure	2630 psi 181.3 bar
Valves	1 or 2
Total flow	11 gpm 41.6 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Rear lift (at ends)	4848 lbs 2199 kg
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	4475 lbs 2029 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540/1000
Engine RPM	540@2035
	1000@2389

Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase	95.9 inches 243 cm
4WD Wheelbase	97.2 inches 246 cm
Weight	6953 to 9555 pounds
Front tire	10.00-16
2WD Rear tire	18.4-34
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	65 (with cab)
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	300

References
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 — 261.9 ci / 4.3 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Kubota V4300
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	261.9 ci 4.3 L
Bore/Stroke	4.29x4.53 inches 109 x 115 mm
Power (net)	96 hp 71.6 kW
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Compression	17:1
Rated RPM	2400
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	16.4 qts 15.5 L
Coolant capacity	15.6 qts 14.8 L

Transmission

Transmission — 24 forward and 8 reverse partial power shift

Type	partial power shift
Gears	24 forward and 8 reverse
Oil capacity	59.2 qts 56.0 L
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (A-C, plus reverse) with high-low power shift. Synchronized shifting within range.
With 18.4-34 rear tires.

Dimensions

Kubota M8950 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-34
4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 12.4-24. Rear: 18.4-34

Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase	95.9 inches 243 cm
4WD Wheelbase	97.2 inches 246 cm
2WD Length	158.2 inches 401 cm
4WD Length	160.2 inches 406 cm
Width	79.5 inches 201 cm
2WD Clearance (front axle)	21.9 inches 55 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle)	16.5 inches 41 cm
2WD Front tread	59.8 to 79.5 inches 151 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 M8950 Weight
2WD Shipping	6953 lbs 3153 kg
4WD Shipping	7726 lbs 3504 kg
Operating	9555 lbs (4WD cab) 4334 kg
Ballasted	12270 lbs 5565 kg

Kubota M8950 Height
2WD Steering wheel	74 inches 187 cm
4WD Steering wheel	74.8 inches 189 cm
2WD Exhaust	101.6 inches 258 cm
4WD Exhaust	102.4 inches 260 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1557
Diesel 24-speed 4WD March 26 - April 8, 1985 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1557 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	85.63 hp 63.9 kW
Fuel use	5.3 gal/hour 20.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	68.92 hp 51.4 kW
Fuel use	5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Max pull	10,364 lbs 4701 kg

Photos

Kubota M8950 tractor photo