Kubota

Kubota M120

The Kubota M120 is a utility tractor produced from 1998 to 2004 as part of Kubota's M Series. It features a 5.8L 5-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 120 hp. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive options, electro-hydraulic differential locks front and rear, and a cab with air-conditioning as standard. It has a 16-speed power shift transmission with a 24-speed creeper. The M120 has a rear PTO with independent hydraulic wet disc clutch and offers a rear hitch with a lift capacity up to 7,940 lbs with dual cylinders. Fuel capacity is 52.8 gallons and hydraulic system capacity is 15.25 gallons. The tractor supports front-end loaders such as the Kubota LA1301 and LA1601 with detailed lift and breakout capacities. The M120 is known for its utility and performance in agricultural tasks.

Power120 hp

Founded1998 - 2004

ModelM120

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota M120

Power

Engine	120 hp (89.5 kW)
PTO (tested)	103.1 hp (76.9 kW)
PTO (claimed)	98 hp (73.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	89.3 hp (66.6 kW)

Tires

2WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 11.00-16. Rear: 18.4R-38
4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 14.9-24. Rear: 18.4R-38

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Model	Kubota F5802
Power	120 hp (89.5 kW)
Torque	340 lb-ft (461.0 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Cylinders	5-cylinder
Rated RPM	2400
Torque RPM	1300
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Bore/Stroke	4.291x4.922 inches (109 x 125 mm)
Fuel system	direct injection
Displacement	356 ci (5.8 L)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	14.4 qts (13.6 L)

Weight

2WD	9040 lbs (4100 kg)
4WD	9700 lbs (4399 kg)
Ballasted	12985 lbs (5889 kg)

Capacity

Fuel	52.8 gal (199.8 L)
Hydraulic system	15.25 gal (57.7 L)

Variants

M120DT	4WD

Dimensions

Width	86.4 inches (219 cm)
Length	171.9 inches (436 cm)
Height (cab)	107.3 inches (272 cm)
2WD Wheelbase	103.7 inches (263 cm)
4WD Wheelbase	105.9 inches (268 cm)
Clearance (front axle)	24.2 inches (61 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

Hydraulics

Type	open center
Valves	2
Capacity	15.25 gal (57.7 L)
Pump flow	20.6 gpm (78.0 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab	standard with air-conditioning
Drive	Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes	Differential hydraulic wet discs brakes
Power steering	Yes
Differential lock	electro-hydraulic front and rear

Production

Note	During official testing, the Kubota M120DT failed to meet claimed hydraulic flow and three-point lift, with the basic hitch lifting 3,280 pounds (instead of 5,200).
Type	Utility tractor
Series	M Series
Years produced	1998 - 2004

Attachments

Loaders	Kubota LA1301 loader, Kubota LA1601 loader
LA1301 Loader	Dump time1.7s Dump angle62° Lower time2.1s Raise time3.8s Bucket width84 inches (213 cm) Rollback time2.1s Breakout force3974 lbs (1802 kg) Reach (dumped)19.9 inches (50 cm) Rollback angle38° Height (at pin)140.9 inches (357 cm) Clearance (dumped)104.9 inches (266 cm) Lift capacity (full at pin)2865 lbs (1299 kg)
LA1601 Loader	Dump time2.1s Dump angle60° Lower time3.5s Raise time4.1s Bucket width84 inches (213 cm) Rollback time2.5s Breakout force4921 lbs (2232 kg) Reach (dumped)18.3 inches (46 cm) Rollback angle40° Height (at pin)145.1 inches (368 cm) Clearance (dumped)109.4 inches (277 cm) Lift capacity (full at pin)3527 lbs (1599 kg)