Kubota
Kubota L1-18
The Kubota L1-18 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1983 to 1985 as part of the L1 Series. It features a Kubota D1302 1.3L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 17.8 hp (13.3 kW) at 2500 RPM. The tractor offers a 16-speed shuttle transmission with dry disc clutch and wet disc brakes. Available in two- or four-wheel drive variants, it has an open operator station and a rear Type I hitch. The rear PTO operates at multiple speeds: 540, 770, 940, and 1250 RPM. Dimensions include a 59.1 inch (150 cm) wheelbase, 113.8 inch (289 cm) length, and weights ranging from 1962 lbs (889 kg) for 2WD to 2150 lbs (975 kg) for 4WD. Standard tires vary by drive type, with 2WD using 4.00-12 front and 8.3-24 rear tires, and 4WD using 6-14 front and 8.3-24 rear tires. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. The L1-18 is related to the Kubota L1-20 model.
Power17 hp
Founded1983 - 1985
ModelL1-18
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota L1-18
Power
| Engine power | 17.8 hp (13.3 kW) |
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Tires
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4.00-12. Rear: 8.3-24 |
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| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-14. Rear: 8.3-24 |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
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| Model | Kubota D1302 |
| Power | 17.8 hp (13.3 kW) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.23x3.23 inches (82 x 82 mm) |
| Displacement | 79.3 ci (1.3 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Variants
| L1-18DT | 4WD |
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Dimensions
| Width | 46.9 inches (119 cm) |
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| Height | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| Length | 113.8 inches (289 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 59.1 inches (150 cm) |
| 2WD Weight | 1962 lbs (889 kg) |
| 4WD Weight | 2150 lbs (975 kg) |
| Rear tread | 37.4/42.1 inches (94/106 cm) |
| 2WD Front tread | 34.7 inches (88 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 38.4 inches (97 cm) |
| 2WD Ground clearance | 12.6 inches (32 cm) |
| 4WD Ground clearance | 10.8 inches (27 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
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| Brakes | Wet disc brakes |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Series | L1 Series |
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| Category | Compact Utility tractor |
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
| Years produced | 1983 - 1985 |
Transmission
| Type | shuttle |
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| Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Description | Four gears in four ranges with shuttle shift |
| Speeds note | Forward speeds are 20% faster than reverse |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO Type | 540/770/940/1250 (1.375) |
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