Kubota
Kubota KL38 Hi-Speed
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.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota KL38 Hi-Speed
Power
| Engine power | 37.9 hp (28.3 kW) |
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Tires
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8-18, Rear: 12.4-28 |
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Engine
| Type | diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
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| 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 |
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| Brakes | Mechanical wet disc brakes |
| Safety | Two-post ROPS. Cab optional. |
| Steering | Power steering |
Dimensions
| Width | 58.9 inches (149 cm) |
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| 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 |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
Production
| Type | Compact Utility tractor |
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| Series | KL Series |
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
| Years produced | 1999 - 2005 |
Transmission
| Options | 20-speed, 30-speed |
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| 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. |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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Power Take-off (PTO)
| Engine RPM | 540@2600, 762@2600, 944@2600, 1258@2600, -944@2600 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
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