Kubota SMZ85
The Kubota SMZ85 is a tractor produced by Kubota. It is equipped with a 230 ci 3.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 83.8 hp / 62.5 kW. Transmission: 24 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 6437 lbs 2919 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 83.8 hp / 62.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
27.7 gal
104.8 L
Transmission
24 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
6437 lbs
2919 kg
Overview
 | 2006 - 2010
Super SynerZ SeriesUtility tractor
Super SynerZ Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kubota |
Utility tractor | |
Variants | |
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SMZ85 | utility |
SMZ85-HPC | half-track |
Kubota SMZ85 Engine | |
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Kubota 3.8L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 27.7 gal
104.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kubota SMZ85 Transmission | |
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24-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kubota SMZ85 Power | |
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Engine | 83.8 hp
62.5 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Mechanical wet disc brakes | |
Cab standard. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | position and draft control |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375)*Three-speed PTO shift with available ground speed or reverse 540 |
Engine RPM | 589@2600 |
828@2600 | |
1170@2600 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 88.6 inches
225 cm |
Weight | 6437 lbs
2919 kg |
Front tire | 9.5-24 |
Rear tire | 12.4-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 230 ci / 3.8 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kubota V3800-T |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder 16-valve, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 230 ci
3.8 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.94x4.72 inches
100 x 120 mm |
Power | 83.8 hp
62.5 kW |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter type | electric |
Transmission
Transmission — 24 forward and reverse
Gears | 24 forward and reverse |
Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
Eight gears (1-8) in three ranges (creeper, low, and high) with left-hand shuttle shift. | |
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Dimensions
Kubota SMZ85 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 12.4-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 88.6 inches
225 cm |
Length | 149.6 inches
379 cm |
Width | 71.9 inches
182 cm |
Height (cab) | 100.2 inches
254 cm |
Weight | 6437 lbs
2919 kg |
Ground clearance | 17.3 inches
43 cm |
Front tread | 47.6 to 55.1 inches
120 to 139 cm |
Front tread | 52.4 to 59.8 inches
133 to 151 cm |
Rear tread | 47.2 to 74.8 inches
119 to 189 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kubota SMZ85 based on its 83.8 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 SMZ85.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.4 hrs
Approximately 6.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (27.7 gal / 104.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.4 gal/hr (16.5 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 SMZ85 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kubota SMZ85.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)83.8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)62.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)85 PS
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