Kubota
Kubota KL43
The Kubota KL43 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1999 to 2005 as part of the KL Series. It features a Kubota D1503 1.5L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 42.4 hp (31.6 kW). The tractor offers 16-speed and 24-speed transmission options with shuttle shift and creeper ranges. It has a wheelbase of 75.2 inches (191 cm), weighs between 3318 and 3715 lbs depending on configuration, and comes with four-wheel drive, power steering, and mechanical wet disc brakes. The tractor includes a two-post ROPS with an optional cab. Standard tires are 8-18 front and 13.6-26 rear. The rear PTO operates at 540 rpm with various engine RPM settings. The KL43 is related to the KL430 and KL36 models.
Power42 hp
Founded1999 - 2005
ModelKL43
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota KL43
Power
| Engine power | 42.4 hp (31.6 kW) |
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Tires
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8-18, Rear: 13.6-26 |
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Engine
| Type | diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
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| Model | Kubota D1503 |
| Power | 42.4 hp (31.6 kW) |
| Starter | electric |
| Fuel tank | 10.6 gal (40.1 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2800 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.27x3.64 inches (83 x 92 mm) |
| Displacement | 91.5 ci (1.5 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Dimensions
| Width | 58.7 inches (149 cm) |
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| Length | 136.6 inches (346 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 75.2 inches (191 cm) |
| Cab Weight | 3715 lbs (1685 kg) |
| Rear tread | 44.9 to 56.3 inches (114 to 143 cm) |
| Front tread | 46.5 inches (118 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 3318 lbs (1505 kg) |
| Height (cab) | 78.5 inches (199 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 14.4 inches (36 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 | 1999 - 2005 |
Transmission
| Options | 16-speed, 24-speed |
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| 16-speed details | 16 forward and reverse gears; Four gears (1-4) in two ranges with additional creeper range and shuttle shift. |
| 24-speed details | 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 | 553@2800, 779@2800, 966@2800, 1287@2800, -966@2800 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |