Kubota MD87
The Kubota MD87 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 284.7 ci 4.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 85.8 hp / 64.0 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 6812 to 7209 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 85.8 hp / 64.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
27.7 gal
104.8 L
Transmission
16 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
6812 to 7209 pounds
Overview
 | 1995 - 2001
MD SeriesUtility tractor
MD Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Utility tractor | |
Kubota MD87 Engine | |
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Kubota 4.7L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 27.7 gal
104.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota MD87 Power | |
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Engine | 85.8 hp
64.0 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 81.1 hp
60.5 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Cab standard with air-conditioning. Optional ROPS. |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 15.85 gpm
60.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 4486 lbs
2034 kg |
5699 lbs*With optional lift cylinder.
2585 kg | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2035 |
1000@2211 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 90.6 inches
230 cm |
Weight | 6812 to 7209 pounds |
Front tire | 9.5-24 |
Rear tire | 13.9-36 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 284.7 ci / 4.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota V4702 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 284.7 ci
4.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.29x4.92 inches
109 x 125 mm |
Power | 85.8 hp
64.0 kW |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Torque | 235.1 lb-ft
318.8 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 17.2 qts
16.3 L |
Coolant capacity | 15.3 qts
14.5 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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16-speed | |
24-speed creeper | |
16-speed partial power shift |
Transmission — 16 forward and reverse
Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) with additional two-range shift. | |
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Transmission — 24 forward and reverse creeper
Type | creeper |
Gears | 24 forward and reverse |
Optional creeper range added to basic transmission. | |
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Transmission — 16 forward and reverse partial power shift
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
Eight gears in two ranges. Optional creeper range available. | |
Dimensions
Kubota MD87 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 13.9-36 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 90.6 inches
230 cm |
Length | 152.8 inches
388 cm |
Width | 74 inches
187 cm |
Height | 102.8 inches
261 cm |
ROPS Weight | 6812 lbs
3089 kg |
Cab Weight | 7209 lbs
3270 kg |
Ground clearance | 17.3 inches
43 cm |
Front tread | 52.4 to 59.8 inches
133 to 151 cm |
Rear tread | 52 to 75.6 inches
132 to 192 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota MD87 based on its 85.8 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 MD87.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.2 hrs
Approximately 6.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (27.7 gal / 104.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.5 gal/hr (16.9 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 MD87 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota MD87.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)85.8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)64 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)87 PS
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