Kubota M9000
The Kubota M9000 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 202 ci 3.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 92.1 hp / 68.7 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 5675 to 6750 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 92.1 hp / 68.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
23.8 gal
90.1 L
Transmission
8 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
5675 to 6750 pounds
Overview
 | 1997 - 2005
M SeriesUtility tractor
M Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Japan | |
Variants | |
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M9000F | 2WD |
M9000DT | 4WD |
M9000DTC | 4WD Cab |
M9000DTL | low-profile |
M9000DTM | mudder |
Kubota M9000 Engine | |
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Kubota 3.3L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Kubota M9000 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 92.1 hp
68.7 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 80 hp
59.7 kW |
PTO (tested) | 81 hp
60.4 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | inboard planetary |
Differential lock | front and rear standard |
Power steering | |
Mechanical wet disc brakes | |
Two-post folding ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. | |
Capacity | |
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ROPS Fuel | 23.8 gal
90.1 L |
Cab Fuel | 29.1 gal
110.1 L |
Hydraulic system | 13.7 gal
51.9 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 13.7 gal
51.9 L |
Valves | 1 to 3 |
Pump flow | 23.1 gpm
87.4 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | position control and top-link draft sensing |
Rear lift (at ends) | 5560 lbs
2522 kg |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 4630 lbs*Advertised. Actual lift during testing was 3,595 pounds.
2100 kg |
Rear Arms | telescopic stabilizers and link ends |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
1000 (1.375)OptOptional | |
Engine RPM | 540@2205 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 88.6 inches
225 cm |
Weight | 5675 to 6750 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-18 |
2WD Rear tire | 12.4-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
ROPS Charging amps | 45 |
Cab Charging amps | 60 |
Battery CCA | 1000 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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1999 Products published by Kubota | |
Americans on Kubota published in 2000 | |
Diesel Tractor M4900/M5700/M6800/M8200/M9000 published in 2003, by Kubota | |
Product Guide: New M-Series Utility/Agricultural Tractors published in 1997, by Kubota | |
Product Guide: M-Series Utility/Agricultural Tractors published in 1998, by Kubota |
Engine
Engine Detail — 202 ci / 3.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota V3300-TIE |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 202 ci
3.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.86x4.33 inches
98 x 110 mm |
Power (gross) | 92.1 hp
68.7 kW |
Air cleaner | dual dry element |
Compression | 21.8:1 |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 11.3 qts
10.7 L |
Coolant capacity | 9.5 qts
9.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed synchronized | |
8-speed power shuttle |
Transmission — 8 forward and reverse synchronized
Type | synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Oil capacity | 54.8 qts
51.9 L |
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges. (low/high) with shuttle. | |
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Transmission — 8 forward and reverse power shuttle
Type | power shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
Oil capacity | 54.8 qts
51.9 L |
The hydraulic power shuttle transmission became available in 2003. A creeper option was also available increasing speeds to 12/12. | |
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Dimensions
Kubota M9000 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 12.4-24 |
Front: 12.4-24. Rear: 18.4-30 (4WD) | |
Lawn/turf front | 9.5L-15 (2WD) |
Lawn/turf rear | 18.4-26 (2WD) |
Industrial front | 27x8.50-15 (4WD) |
Industrial rear | 15-19.5 (4WD) |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 88.6 inches
225 cm |
2WD Length | 152.6 inches
387 cm |
4WD Length | 151.4 inches
384 cm |
Width | 78 inches
198 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 98.4 inches
249 cm |
Height (cab) | 99.6 inches
252 cm |
Clearance (front axle) | 19.7 inches
50 cm |
2WD Front tread | 56.7 to 80.3 inches
144 to 203 cm |
4WD Front tread | 59.8 to 63.8 inches
151 to 162 cm |
Rear tread | 59.8 to 75.6 inches
151 to 192 cm |
Kubota M9000 Weight | |
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2WD ROPS | 5675 lbs
2574 kg |
4WD ROPS | 6160 lbs
2794 kg |
2WD Cab | 6260 lbs
2839 kg |
4WD Cab | 6750 lbs
3061 kg |
Tests
OCED Tractor Test 1805 | |
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Diesel 8-speed 4WD
10/1998
Link: OCED Tractor Test 1805 file | |
PTO performance | |
Max power | 81 hp
60.4 kW |
Power at rated engine speed | 80.3 hp
59.9 kW |
Fuel use | 5.4 gal/hour
20.4 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 79.4 hp
59.2 kW |
Fuel use | 4.9 gal/hour
18.5 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max pull | 8985 lbs
4075 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Kubota LA1251 loader | |
Kubota LA1301 loader |
Photos
Kubota M9000 with rotary cutter, left side.
Kubota M9000 with LA1251 front-end loader, right side.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota M9000 based on its 92.1 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm) | Heavy Duty | Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended. |
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 M9000.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5 hrs
Approximately 5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (23.8 gal / 90.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.8 gal/hr (18.1 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 M9000 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota M9000.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)92.1 hp
Kilowatts (kW)68.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)93.4 PS
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