The Kubota KL38 Hi-Speed is a compact utility tractor produced from 1999 to 2005 as part of the KL Series. It features a Kubota V2203 2.2L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 37.9 hp (28.3 kW) at 2600 RPM. The tractor offers 20-speed and 30-speed transmission options with multiple gear ranges including creeper, medium, and high-speed. It has four-wheel drive, power steering, mechanical wet disc brakes, and a two-post ROPS with an optional cab. The tractor's dimensions include a 74.4 inch (188 cm) wheelbase, 135.6 inch (344 cm) length, and weighs between 3351 to 3748 lbs depending on configuration. Standard tires are 8-18 front and 12.4-28 rear. The rear PTO operates at 540 RPM with various engine RPM settings. The KL38 is part of the KL Series which includes related models KL34, KL41, and the successor KL380.
Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota KL38 Hi-Speed
Power
Engine power:37.9 hp (28.3 kW)
Tires
Standard tires (ag):Front: 8-18, Rear: 12.4-28
Engine
Type:diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Model:Kubota V2203
Power:37.9 hp (28.3 kW)
Starter:electric
Fuel tank:10.6 gal (40.1 L)
Rated RPM:2600
Bore/Stroke:3.43x3.64 inches (87 x 92 mm)
Displacement:134.1 ci (2.2 L)
Starter volts:12
Features
Drive:Four-wheel drive
Brakes:Mechanical wet disc brakes
Safety:Two-post ROPS. Cab optional.
Steering:Power steering
Dimensions
Width:58.9 inches (149 cm)
Length:135.6 inches (344 cm)
Wheelbase:74.4 inches (188 cm)
Cab Weight:3748 lbs (1700 kg)
Rear tread:44.9 to 56.3 inches (114 to 143 cm)
Front tread:47.2 inches (119 cm)
ROPS Weight:3351 lbs (1520 kg)
Height (cab):85 inches (215 cm)
Height (ROPS):91.3 inches (231 cm)
Ground clearance:15.8 inches (40 cm)
Electrical
Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Production
Type:Compact Utility tractor
Series:KL Series
Manufacturer:Kubota
Years produced:1999 - 2005
Transmission
Options:20-speed, 30-speed
20-speed:20 forward and reverse gears; Four gears (1-4) in two ranges with three-range shift (creeper, medium, and high-speed).
30-speed:30 forward and 20 reverse gears; Twelve gears in three ranges (creeper, medium, and high-speed) with shuttle shift. Only gears 1-8 available in reverse. In high-speed range only gears six forward and four reverse gears available.