Kubota

Kubota L3540

The Kubota L3540 is a compact utility tractor produced from 2007 to 2013 as part of the L40 Series. It features a 1.8L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 35 hp net and 37 hp gross. The tractor offers hydrostatic and gear transmission options, with features like hydrostatic power steering, four-wheel drive, and differential lock. It has a semi-independent mid PTO linked with the rear PTO. The L3540 supports various attachments including a 72" mid-mount mower deck, snowblower, blade, front-end loaders, and backhoes. It is designed for versatility and utility in compact tractor applications.

Power37 hp

Founded2007 - 2013

ModelL3540

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota L3540

Power

Engine (net)	35 hp (26.1 kW)
Engine (gross)	37 hp (27.6 kW)
Gear PTO (claimed)	29.5 hp (22.0 kW)
Hydro PTO (claimed)	28 hp (20.9 kW)

Engine

Type	diesel
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Cylinders	3-cylinder
Rated RPM	2700
Bore/Stroke	3.34x4.0 inches (85 x 102 mm)
Power (net)	35 hp (26.1 kW)
Displacement	111.4 ci (1.8 L)
Manufacturer	Kubota
Oil capacity	7.1 qts (6.7 L)
Power (gross)	37 hp (27.6 kW)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	7.9 qts (7.5 L)

Capacity

Fuel	11.6 gal (43.9 L)
Front axle	6.9 qts (6.5 L)
Hydraulic system	11.1 gal (42.0 L)

Variants

L3540GST	gear
L3540HST	hydro
L3540HSTC	hydro cab

Dimensions

Weight	3296 to 3395 pounds
Rear tire	12.4-24
Wheelbase	71.1 inches (180 cm)
Front tire	7.2-16

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery CCA	582
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	40
Charging amps (cab)	55

Hydraulics

Type	open center
Valves	2 to 3
Capacity	11.1 gal (42.0 L)
Pump flow	8.3 gpm (31.4 lpm)
Total flow	13.2 gpm (50.0 lpm)
Steering flow	4.9 gpm (18.5 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS	Two-post ROPS. Grand CAB on L3540HSTC. Optional radio/CD player.
Brakes	Mechanical wet disc brakes
Steering	hydrostatic power steering
Four-wheel drive	standard
Differential lock	standard

Production

Notes	The "semi-independent" mid PTO is linked with the rear PTO. Whenever the mid PTO is engaged, the rear PTO will also be engaged. The rear PTO can be run without the mid PTO.
Series	L40 Series
Category	Compact Utility tractor
Original price	$21,157 (2011)
Years produced	2007 - 2013

Attachments

Overview	72" mid-mount mower deck, snowblower, blade, front-end loader, backhoe. The mid-mount mower and front-mount snowblower require the optional mid PTO.
72" Blade	ModelKubota L2172 Mountfront-mount Width72 inches (182 cm) Featureshydraulic-lift, hydraulic-angle
LA514 Loader	Dump time1.3s AttachmentJ2513 Quick-Coupler (optional) Dump angle41° Lower time2.2s Raise time2.7s Bucket width66 inches (167 cm) Rollback time1.6s Reach (dumped)23.3 inches (59 cm) Reach (ground)61.7 inches (156 cm) Rollback angle30° Height (at pin)96.4 inches (244 cm) Clearance (dumped)78.2 inches (198 cm) Lift (full at pin)1,351 lbs (612 kg) Breakout (at 500mm)2,835 lbs (1285 kg) Lift (full at 500mm)1,021 lbs (463 kg)
LA724 Loader	Dump time1.3s AttachmentJ2513 Quick-Coupler (optional) Dump angle45° Lower time2.2s Raise time3.3s Bucket width72 inches (182 cm) Rollback time2.1s Reach (dumped)25.9 inches (65 cm) Reach (ground)72.3 inches (183 cm) Rollback angle42° Height (at pin)101.1 inches (256 cm) Clearance (dumped)77.2 inches (196 cm) Lift (full at pin)1,792 lbs (812 kg) Breakout (at 500mm)3,267 lbs (1481 kg) Lift (full at 500mm)1,360 lbs (616 kg)
72" Mower deck	Typemid-mount Kubota RC72 Blades3-blade Weight463 lbs (210 kg) Cut height1.5 to 4.5 inch (3 to 11 cm) Cutting width72 inches (182 cm)
62" Snow blower	Typedual-stage ModelKubota L2194 Mountfront-mount Width62 inches (157 cm) Featureshydraulic-lift
Kubota BH76 Backhoe	TypeKubota BH76 Backhoe Bucket force3,339 lbs (1514 kg) Loading height64.4 inches (163 cm) Reach from pivot120.5 inches (306 cm) Dipperstick force2,097 lbs (951 kg) 2-Foot flat digging depth91 inches (231 cm)
Kubota BH77 Backhoe	TypeKubota BH77 Backhoe Bucket force3,421 lbs (1551 kg) Loading height67.2 inches (170 cm) Reach from pivot124.2 inches (315 cm) Dipperstick force2,190 lbs (993 kg) 2-Foot flat digging depth92.5 inches (234 cm)
Kubota BH92 Backhoe	TypeKubota BH92 Backhoe Bucket force4,548 lbs (2062 kg) Loading height84.3 inches (214 cm) Reach from pivot150.4 inches (382 cm) Dipperstick force2,698 lbs (1223 kg) 2-Foot flat digging depth109.8 inches (278 cm)

Transmission

HST Plus	Typehydrostatic Gearsinfinite forward and reverse (3-range) NotesControlled by treadle foot pedal, cruise control standard with left-hand lever. Three range with Hydro Dual Speed, a high/low power shift controlled by left-hand lever. Auto Hydro Dual speed allows automatic control to match load. Stall Guard maintains engine RPMs by reducing speed under load. HST Response Control adjusts acceleration rates. Auto Throttle Advance links engine RPMs to transmission, so that the throttle increases when speed is increased.
Glide Shift (GST)	Gears12 forward and 8 reverse Oil capacity44.4 qts (42.0 L)
Transmission options	hydrostatic, 12-speed