Kubota

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 power14.8 hp (11.0 kW)
Engine
Typediesel
ModelKubota Z750
Power14.8 hp (11.0 kW)
Starterelectric
Cylinders2-cylinder
Rated RPM2800
Bore/Stroke3.00x3.22 inches (76 x 82 mm)
Displacement45.3 ci (0.7 L)
Configurationliquid-cooled inline
Starter volts12
Cooling systemthermosyphon
Variants
L1500DT4WD
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Hydraulics
Pump flow3.7 gpm (14.0 lpm)
Mechanical
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesMechanical drum brakes
SteeringManual steering
Operator stationOpen operator station
Production
NoteThe Kubota model L1500 is similar to the model L175.
TypeCompact Utility tractor
ManufacturerKubota
Years produced1971 - 1975
Transmission
Typegear
Gears8 forward and 2 reverse
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeI
Rear lift capacity1323 lbs (600 kg)
Dimensions & Tires
Width44.1 inches (112 cm)
Length91.7 inches (232 cm)
Wheelbase52.8 inches (134 cm)
2WD Weight1506 lbs (683 kg)
4WD Weight1653 lbs (749 kg)
Rear tread39.4 to inches (100 to 0 cm)
Front tread32.3/34.7 inches (82/88 cm)
Ground clearance18.1 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 RPM540@2533, 850@2800, 1185@2800, 1371@2800
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)