The Kubota KL500 Hi-Speed is a compact utility tractor produced from 2006 to 2007 as part of the KL Series. It features a Kubota V2403 2.4L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering 49.4 hp (36.8 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. Dimensions include a 76.4 inch (194 cm) wheelbase, 139.2 inch (353 cm) length, and weights ranging from 3583 to 3968 lbs depending on configuration. Standard agricultural tires are 8.3-20 front and 13.6-28 rear. The tractor is equipped with a rear PTO of 540 rpm and a fuel tank capacity of 11.9 gallons (45.0 L).
Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota KL500 Hi-Speed
Power
Engine power:49.4 hp (36.8 kW)
Tires
Standard tires (ag):Front: 8.3-20. Rear: 13.6-28
Engine
Type:diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Model:Kubota V2403
Power:49.4 hp (36.8 kW)
Starter:electric
Fuel tank:11.9 gal (45.0 L)
Rated RPM:2700
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:3968 lbs (1799 kg)
Rear tread:44.9 to 56.3 inches (114 to 143 cm)
Front tread:47.8 inches (121 cm)
ROPS Weight:3583 lbs (1625 kg)
Height (cab):86.6 inches (219 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:2006 - 2007
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.