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Kubota L185

Kubota L185 tractor
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The Kubota L185 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1977 to 1982 by Kubota in Japan. It features a 0.7L 2-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 17 hp (12.7 kW) with a rated speed of 2800 RPM. The tractor offers 8 forward and 2 reverse gears with an optional 16-speed creeper transmission. It is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations with manual steering and an open operator station. The L185 supports various attachments including snowblowers, front-end loaders, and backhoes. It has a rear 3-point hitch with position control and optional draft control, and a rear PTO with multiple speed options. Dimensions include a 60-inch wheelbase, 100-inch length, and weights ranging from 1595 to 1785 lbs depending on the variant.
Kubota L185compact utility tractor17 hp diesel8-speed transmission2WD4WDtractor specificationsKubota tractors
Power17 hp
Founded1977 - 1982
ModelL185

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota L185

Power

Engine power:17 hp (12.7 kW)
PTO (claimed):15 hp (11.2 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:Kubota Z751
Power:17 hp (12.7 kW)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:2-cylinder
Fuel tank:5.8 gal (22.0 L)
Rated RPM:2800
Bore/Stroke:2.99x3.23 inches (76 x 82 mm)
Displacement:45.3 ci (0.7 L)
Starter volts:12

Weight

Shipping L185DT:1785 lbs (809 kg)
Shipping L185FP:1595 lbs (723 kg)
Shipping L185TP:1628 lbs (738 kg)

Variants

L185DT:4WD
L185FP:2WD ag
L185TP:2WD turf

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12

Mechanical

Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Steering:Manual steering
Operator station:Open operator station

Production

Built in:Japan
Category:Compact Utility tractor
Manufacturer:Kubota
Original price:$6,400 in 1982
Years produced:1977 - 1982

Attachments

Loader:L1200 Loader
Backhoe:Kubota BL4520 Backhoe, Transport height: 61.2 inches (155 cm), Bucket width: 10 inches (25 cm), 12 inches (30 cm), 16 inches (40 cm), 2-Foot flat digging depth: 79.5 inches (201 cm), Reach from pivot: 97.8 inches (248 cm), Loading height: 84 inches (213 cm), Bucket Rotation: 170°, Swing Arc: 177°, Bucket force: 1450 lbs (657 kg), Dipperstick force: 2885 lbs (1308 kg)
Snowblower:48" Snow blower, 48 inches width (121 cm), two-stage, Clear height:23 inches (58 cm), front-mount, hydraulic-lift; 60" Snow blower, 60 inches width (152 cm), two-stage, Clear height:23 inches (58 cm), front-mount, hydraulic-lift

Transmission

Type:gear
Gears:8 forward and 2 reverse
Creeper type:creeper
Creeper gears:16 forward and 4 reverse
Transmission options:8-speed gear, 16-speed creeper

Tractor hitch

Control:position control
Rear Type:I
Draft control:Optional
Rear lift (at ends):2200 lbs (997 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width:54 inches (137 cm)
Length:100 inches (254 cm)
Weight:1595 to 1785 pounds
Wheelbase:60 inches (152 cm)
Rear tread:40.5 inches (102 cm)
Front tread:39.375 inches (100 cm)
Lawn/turf rear:13.6-16
Lawn/turf front:20x8.00-10
Ground clearance:10 inches (25 cm)
Height (exhaust):76.1 inches (193 cm)
2WD Standard tires (ag):Front: 4.00-15. Rear: 9.5-24
4WD Standard tires (ag):Front: 6-14. Rear: 9.5/9-24
Height (steering wheel):53 inches (134 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:transmission
Engine RPM:540@2430, 702@2430, 1007@2430
Rear PTO Type:540/700/1000 (1.375)
Front PTO Type:2430