The Kubota L1-26 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1983 to 1985 as part of the L1 Series. It features a Kubota V1512 1.5L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 25.6 hp (19.1 kW) at 2600 RPM. The tractor offers a 16-speed shuttle transmission with dry disc clutch and wet disc brakes. It is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations with an open operator station. The L1-26 has a wheelbase of 66.3 inches (168 cm), length of 121.7 inches (309 cm), width of 54.3 inches (137 cm), and height of 77.8 inches (197 cm). Weights range from 2381 lbs (1080 kg) for 2WD to 2535 lbs (1149 kg) for 4WD. It uses 5.00-15 front and 12.4-24 rear tires for 2WD, and 7-16 front and 12.4-24 rear tires for 4WD. The rear PTO offers multiple speeds: 540/770/940/1250 RPM with a 1.375 inch shaft. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. Variants include the L1-26DT 4WD model. Related models in the series are the L1-24 and L1-28.