Kubota
Kubota L260
The Kubota L260 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1970 to 1976 by Kubota in Japan. It features a 1.3L 2-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 26 hp, paired with an 8-speed gear transmission. The tractor has two-wheel drive with manual steering and mechanical expanding shoe brakes. It offers an open operator station with optional ROPS retrofit. The hydraulic system is open center with 1990 psi pressure and 4.7 gpm flow. The rear hitch is category I with position and draft control and a lift capacity of 2640 lbs. The PTO operates at 540 rpm with multiple engine RPM options. Dimensions include a 63-inch wheelbase, 101-inch length, and 2640 lbs operating weight. Tires are 5.00-15 front and 11.2/10-24 rear. Electrical system is 12 volts negative ground with a 110 AH battery.
Power26 hp
Founded1970 - 1976
ModelL260
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota L260
Power
| Engine | 26 hp (19.4 kW) |
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| PTO (tested) | 24.11 hp (18.0 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 18.98 hp (14.2 kW) |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
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| Model | Kubota Z1300 |
| Power | 26 hp (19.4 kW) |
| Torque | 58.8 lb-ft (79.7 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 8 gal (30.3 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Torque RPM | 1600 |
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.54x3.94 inches (90 x 100 mm) |
| Compression | 21.5:1 |
| Pre-heating | glow plugs |
| Displacement | 77.6 ci (1.3 L) |
| Oil capacity | 5.1 qts (4.8 L) |
| Starter power | 2.7 hp (2.0 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 7.2 qts (6.8 L) |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.009 inches (cold) (0.229 mm) |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.009 inches (cold) (0.229 mm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Battery AH | 110 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
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| Pressure | 1990 psi (137.2 bar) |
| Total flow | 4.7 gpm (17.8 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
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| Brakes | Differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes |
| Steering | manual |
| Operator station | Open operator station. ROPS available as retro-fit. |
Production
| Built in | Japan |
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| Category | Compact Utility tractor |
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
| Years produced | 1970 - 1976 |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
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| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Oil capacity | 18 qts (17.0 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
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| Rear Type | I |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 2640 lbs (1197 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 51 inches (129 cm) |
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| Length | 101 inches (256 cm) |
| Rear tire | 11.2/10-24 |
| Wheelbase | 63 inches (160 cm) |
| Front tire | 5.00-15 |
| Rear tread | 40 to 61.75 inches (101 to 156 cm) |
| Front tread | 40 to 56 inches (101 to 142 cm) |
| Ballasted weight | 4,020 lbs (1823 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 14 inches (35 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 75 inches (190 cm) |
| Operating weight | 2,640 lbs (1197 kg) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 17 inches (43 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Engine RPM | 587@2600, 755@2600, 1067@2600, 1372@2600 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Serial Number Location
| Location | Right side of tractor frame, to the rear of the brake pedals. |
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