The Kubota KL46 Hi-Speed is a compact utility tractor produced from 1999 to 2005 as part of the KL Series. It features a Kubota V2403 2.4L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 45.3 hp (33.8 kW). 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 76.4 inch (194 cm) wheelbase, 139.2 inch (353 cm) length, and weighs between 3538 to 3924 lbs depending on configuration. Standard tires are 8.3-20 front and 13.6-28 rear. The rear PTO operates at 540 rpm with various engine RPM settings. The KL46 is part of the KL Series which also includes the KL41, KL460, and KL50 models.
Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota KL46 Hi-Speed
Power
Engine power:45.3 hp (33.8 kW)
Tires
Standard tires (ag):Front: 8.3-20. Rear: 13.6-28
Engine
Type:diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Model:Kubota V2403
Power:45.3 hp (33.8 kW)
Starter:electric
Fuel tank:11.9 gal (45.0 L)
Rated RPM:2600
Bore/Stroke:3.43x4.03 inches (87 x 102 mm)
Displacement:148.5 ci (2.4 L)
Starter volts:12
Dimensions
Width:60.4 inches (153 cm)
Length:139.2 inches (353 cm)
Wheelbase:76.4 inches (194 cm)
Cab Weight:3924 lbs (1779 kg)
Rear tread:44.9 to 56.3 inches (114 to 143 cm)
Front tread:47.8 inches (121 cm)
ROPS Weight:3538 lbs (1604 kg)
Height (cab):87 inches (220 cm)
Height (ROPS):93.3 inches (236 cm)
Ground clearance:17.3 inches (43 cm)
Electrical
Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Mechanical
Drive:Four-wheel drive
Brakes:Mechanical wet disc brakes
Safety:Two-post ROPS. Cab optional.
Steering:Power steering
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.