Kubota L1500
The Kubota model L1500 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1971 to 1975. It features a 0.7L 2-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 14.8 hp (11.0 kW). The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive options, manual steering, mechanical drum brakes, and an open operator station. It has an 8-speed gear transmission with 8 forward and 2 reverse gears. The L1500 includes a hydraulic pump flow of 3.7 gpm (14.0 lpm) and a rear tractor hitch with a lift capacity of 1323 lbs (600 kg). The rear PTO operates at 540 RPM with various engine RPM settings. Dimensions include a 52.8 inch (134 cm) wheelbase, length of 91.7 inches (232 cm), and weight ranging from 1506 to 1653 lbs depending on drive configuration. Standard tires vary between 2WD and 4WD models. The L1500 is related to the Kubota L1501 and L2000 models.
Power14 hp
Founded1971 - 1975
ModelL1500
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota L1500
Power
| Engine power | 14.8 hp (11.0 kW) |
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Engine
| Type | diesel |
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| Model | Kubota Z750 |
| Power | 14.8 hp (11.0 kW) |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2800 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.00x3.22 inches (76 x 82 mm) |
| Displacement | 45.3 ci (0.7 L) |
| Configuration | liquid-cooled inline |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Cooling system | thermosyphon |
Variants
| L1500DT | 4WD |
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Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 3.7 gpm (14.0 lpm) |
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Mechanical
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
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| Brakes | Mechanical drum brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Note | The Kubota model L1500 is similar to the model L175. |
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| Type | Compact Utility tractor |
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
| Years produced | 1971 - 1975 |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
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| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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| Rear lift capacity | 1323 lbs (600 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 44.1 inches (112 cm) |
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| Length | 91.7 inches (232 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 52.8 inches (134 cm) |
| 2WD Weight | 1506 lbs (683 kg) |
| 4WD Weight | 1653 lbs (749 kg) |
| Rear tread | 39.4 to inches (100 to 0 cm) |
| Front tread | 32.3/34.7 inches (82/88 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 18.1 inches (45 cm) |
| 2WD Height (exhaust) | 75.8 inches (192 cm) |
| 4WD Height (exhaust) | 76 inches (193 cm) |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4.00-12. Rear: 8.3/8-22 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-14. Rear: 8.3/8-22 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Engine RPM | 540@2533, 850@2800, 1185@2800, 1371@2800 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
