Kubota M59
The Kubota M59 is a backhoe loader tractor produced from 2008 to 2015. It features a 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with 59 hp gross power and a hydrostatic HST PLUS transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds in 6 ranges. The tractor includes four-wheel drive, rear differential lock, hydrostatic power steering, and wet disc brakes. It has a four-post ROPS with FOPS canopy standard. The M59 has a fuel capacity of 14.5 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 11.9 gallons. The backhoe attachment offers a digging depth of 144 inches and various bucket widths, while the front loader provides a lift capacity of 3,968 lbs and breakout force of 5,961 lbs. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 80.7 inches, length of 255.9 inches, and weight of 8,345 lbs with loader/backhoe. Electrical system features a 12-volt battery and 45-amp alternator.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota M59
Power
| Engine (net) | 57 hp (42.5 kW) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 46 hp (34.3 kW) |
| Engine (gross) | 59 hp (44.0 kW) |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Kubota 2.4L 4-cyl diesel |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder |
| Emissions | Interim Tier IV |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| Air cleaner | dual dry element |
| Power (net) | 57 hp (42.5 kW) |
| Pre-heating | glow plugs |
| Displacement | 148.5 ci (2.4 L) |
| Oil capacity | 9.9 qts (9.4 L) |
| Power (gross) | 59 hp (44.0 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 8.7 qts (8.2 L) |
| Emission control | EGR |
Capacity
| Fuel | 14.5 gal (54.9 L) |
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| Front axle | 11.6 qts (11.0 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 11.9 gal (45.0 L) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Battery AH | 80 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 45 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
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| Capacity | 11.9 gal (45.0 L) |
| Pump flow | 16.1 gpm (remotes) (60.9 lpm) |
| Total flow | 26.7 gpm (101.1 lpm) |
| Rear valves | 3 (optional) |
| Pump flow (backhoe boom) | 9.5 gpm (36.0 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Four-post ROPS with FOPS canopy standard |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Wet disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
| Four-wheel drive | yes |
| Differential lock | rear standard |
Production
| Type | Backhoe loader tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
| Original price | $54,167 (2011) |
| Production years | 2008 - 2015 |
Attachments
| Backhoe type | Kubota Backhoe |
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| Loader weight | 1,169 lbs (530 kg) |
| Loader rollback | 43° |
| Loader dump time | 2.4s |
| Loader attachment | Two-lever quick coupler |
| Loader dump angle | 45° |
| Loader lower time | 3.1s |
| Loader raise time | 3.9s |
| Attachment overview | Front-end loader, Backhoe |
| Loader bucket width | 84 inches (213 cm) |
| Backhoe bucket force | 7,602 lbs (3448 kg) |
| Loader rollback time | 2.4s |
| Backhoe bucket widths | 12 inches (30 cm), 16 inches (40 cm), 18 inches (45 cm), 24 inches (60 cm), 36 inches (91 cm) |
| Backhoe digging depth | 144 inches (365 cm) |
| Loader reach (dumped) | 22.9 inches (58 cm) |
| Loader reach (ground) | 71.7 inches (182 cm) |
| Backhoe loading height | 105.9 inches (268 cm) |
| Loader height (at pin) | 126.1 inches (320 cm) |
| Backhoe reach from pivot | 187.9 inches (477 cm) |
| Loader breakout (at pin) | 5,961.3 lbs (2704 kg) |
| Backhoe dipperstick force | 4,731 lbs (2145 kg) |
| Loader clearance (dumped) | 95 inches (241 cm) |
| Loader lift (full at pin) | 3,968.3 lbs (1800 kg) |
| Backhoe 2-Foot flat digging depth | 143 inches (363 cm) |
| Backhoe 8-Foot flat digging depth | 127.6 inches (324 cm) |
| Loader lower time (self-leveling) | 4.3 s |
| Loader raise time (self-leveling) | 4.2 s |
Transmission
| Type | hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (6-range) |
| Model | HST PLUS |
| Oil capacity | 47.6 qts (45.0 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | II/I (optional) |
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| Rear lift (at ends) | 3,860 lbs (1750 kg) |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2,976 lbs (1349 kg) |
Backhoe & Loader
| Dig depth | 144 inches (365 cm) |
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| Dump angle | 45 inches (114 cm) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 75 inches (190 cm) |
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| Length | 255.9 inches (649 cm) |
| Weight | 8,345 lbs (with loader/backhoe) (3785 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 80.7 inches (204 cm) |
| Rear tread | 57.6 inches (146 cm) |
| Front tread | 56.7 inches (144 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 100.4 inches (255 cm) |
| Lawn/turf rear | 16.9L-24 |
| Industrial rear | 17.5L-24 |
| Lawn/turf front | 11-16 |
| Ground clearance | 17.8 inches (45 cm) |
| Industrial front | 10x16.5 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Engine RPM | 540@2550 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
