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Kubota L4240

Kubota L4240 tractor
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The Kubota L4240 is a compact utility tractor produced from 2007 to 2013 as part of the L40 Series. It features a 2.2L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 44 hp gross and 42 hp net. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including hydrostatic, 8-speed, and 12-speed. It has a semi-independent mid PTO linked with the rear PTO, and a variety of attachments such as snowblower, blade, front-end loader, and backhoe. The L4240 is equipped with four-wheel drive, differential lock, hydrostatic power steering, and mechanical wet disc brakes. It has a fuel capacity of 13.2 gallons and hydraulic system capacity of 11.4 gallons. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 74.6 inches, length of 121.5 inches, and weight ranging from 3,527 to 4,001 pounds depending on the variant.
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Power44 hp
Founded2007 - 2013
ModelL4240

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota L4240

Power

Engine (net):42 hp (31.3 kW)
Engine (gross):44 hp (32.8 kW)
Gear PTO (claimed):36.5 hp (27.2 kW)
Hydro PTO (claimed):35 hp (26.1 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Rated RPM:2700
Bore/Stroke:3.4x3.6 inches (86 x 91 mm)
Power (net):42 hp (31.3 kW)
Displacement:134.1 ci (2.2 L)
Manufacturer:Kubota
Oil capacity:8.7 qts (8.2 L)
Power (gross):44 hp (32.8 kW)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:7.9 qts (7.5 L)

Capacity

Fuel:13.2 gal (50.0 L)
Front axle:9.5 qts (9.0 L)
Hydraulic system:11.4 gal (43.1 L)

Variants

L4240DT:8-speed
L4240GST:12-speed
L4240HST:hydro
L4240HSTC:hydro cab

Electrical

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

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Valves:2 to 3
Capacity:11.4 gal (43.1 L)
Pump flow:9.8 gpm (37.1 lpm)
Total flow:14.7 gpm (55.6 lpm)
Steering flow:4.9 gpm (18.5 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post ROPS. Grand CAB on HSTC.
Brakes:Mechanical wet disc brakes
Steering:hydrostatic power steering
Four-wheel drive:yes
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:$23,949 (2011)
Years produced:2007 - 2013

Attachments

Overview:Snowblower, Blade, Front-end loader, Backhoe. The front-mounted sweeper and snowblower require the mid PTO.

84" Blade

Model:Kubota L2184
Mount:front-mount
Width:84 inches (213 cm)
Features:hydraulic-lift, hydraulic-angle

LA854 Loader

Dump time:2.3s
Attachment:J2513 Quick-Coupler (optional)
Dump angle:45°
Lower time:2.8s
Raise time:4.2s
Bucket width:72 inches (182 cm)
Reach dumped:22.4 inches (56 cm)
Reach ground:75.7 inches (192 cm)
Height at pin:112.3 inches (285 cm)
Rollback time:3.5s
Rollback angle:42°
Clearance dumped:88.9 inches (225 cm)
Breakout force at 500mm:4,195 lbs (1902 kg)
Lift capacity full at pin:2,489 lbs (1129 kg)
Lift capacity full at 500mm:1,878 lbs (851 kg)

72" Snow blower

Type:dual-stage
Mount:front-mount
Width:72 inches (182 cm)
Features:hydraulic-lift

Kubota BH92 Backhoe

Backhoe type:Kubota BH92 Backhoe
Bucket force:4,548 lbs (2062 kg)
Loading height:84.3 inches (214 cm)
Reach from pivot:150.4 inches (382 cm)
Dipperstick force:2,698 lbs (1223 kg)
2-Foot flat digging depth:109.8 inches (278 cm)

Transmission

Options:hydrostatic, 8-speed, 12-speed

HST Plus

Type:hydrostatic
Gears:infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Notes:Controlled 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.
Oil capacity:45.6 qts (43.2 L)

FST sync shuttle

Gears:8 forward and reverse
Clutch:dry disc
Oil capacity:45.6 qts (43.2 L)

Glide Shift (GST)

Gears:12 forward and 8 reverse
Oil capacity:45.6 qts (43.2 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:I
Rear lift (at ends):3,860 lbs (1750 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):2,760 lbs (1251 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width:66.5 inches (168 cm)
Length:121.5 inches (308 cm)
Weight:3,527 lbs (DT) (1599 kg), 4,001 lbs (HSTC) (1814 kg)
Wheelbase:74.6 inches (189 cm)
Rear tread:50.6 to 60.2 inches (128 to 152 cm)
Front tread:51.2 inches (130 cm)
Height (ROPS):94.4 inches (239 cm)
Lawn/turf rear:44x18-20, 610R470
Industrial rear:17.5L-24
Lawn/turf front:29x12.50-15, 12R13.5
Ground clearance:14.6 inches (37 cm)
Industrial front:10-16.5
Standard tires (ag):Front: 8.3-16, Rear: 14.9-24

Power Take-off (PTO)

Mid PTO:semi-independent (optional)
Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@2550
Mid PTO Type:2000
Rear PTO Type:540

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