Kubota KL285
The Kubota KL285 is a compact utility tractor produced from 2008 to 2009 as part of the KL Series. It features a Kubota D1703 1.6L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 27.6 hp (20.6 kW) at 2700 RPM. The tractor offers 16-speed and 24-speed transmission options with shuttle shift and creeper ranges. It has four-wheel drive, power steering, mechanical wet disc brakes, and a two-post ROPS with an optional cab. The KL285 has a wheelbase of 67.7 inches (171 cm), weighs between 2833 and 3285 lbs depending on configuration, and uses 7-16 front and 12.4-24 rear tires. The rear PTO operates at 540 RPM with various engine RPM settings. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground.
Power27 hp
Founded2008 - 2009
ModelKL285
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota KL285
Power
| Engine power | 27.6 hp (20.6 kW) |
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Tires
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-16, Rear: 12.4-24 |
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Engine
| Type | diesel |
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| Model | Kubota D1703 |
| Power | 27.6 hp (20.6 kW) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 9.5 gal (36.0 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.43x3.64 inches (87 x 92 mm) |
| Displacement | 100.5 ci (1.6 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Variants
| KL285 | standard |
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| KL285H | high-speed |
Dimensions
| Width | 54 inches (137 cm) |
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| Length | 123.6 inches (313 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 67.7 inches (171 cm) |
| Cab Weight | 3285 lbs (1490 kg) |
| Rear tread | 42.1/54 inches (106/137 cm) |
| Front tread | 42.5 inches (107 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 2833 lbs (1285 kg) |
| Height (cab) | 83.5 inches (212 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 76.8 inches (195 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13.6 inches (34 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
Mechanical
| Drive | Four-wheel drive |
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| Brakes | Mechanical wet disc brakes |
| Safety | Two-post ROPS. Cab optional. |
| Steering | Power steering |
Production
| Series | KL Series |
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| Category | Compact Utility tractor |
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
| Years produced | 2008 - 2009 |
Transmission
| Options | 16-speed, 24-speed |
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| 16-speed | 16 forward and reverse gears; Four gears (1-4) in two ranges with additional creeper range and shuttle shift |
| 24-speed | 24 forward and 16 reverse gears; Twelve gears in two ranges (creeper and high) with shuttle shift. Only eight gears available in reverse |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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Power Take-off (PTO)
| Engine RPM | 561@2700, 791@2700, 980@2700, 1307@2700, -980@2700 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
