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Kubota M8540

Kubota M8540 tractor
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The Kubota M8540 is a utility tractor from the M40 Series produced from 2007 to 2013. It features a Kubota V3800-DI-T turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel engine with 84.6 hp net power. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 8-speed partially synchronized, 8-speed power shuttle, and 12-speed power shuttle. It has two- or four-wheel drive, mechanical rear differential lock, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and power steering. The M8540 supports various attachments such as the Kubota LA1353 Height Position and Power Position loaders and the Kubota M4011 Backhoe. It has a rear PTO with 540 rpm standard and optional 540/1000 rpm. The tractor's fuel capacity varies with ROPS or cab configurations, and it features an open center hydraulic system with multiple valves and flows. Tires and dimensions vary with options for 2WD and 4WD configurations.
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Power84 hp
Founded2007 - 2013
ModelM8540

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Kubota M8540

Power

Engine (net):84.6 hp (63.1 kW)
PTO (claimed):75 hp (55.9 kW)

Engine

Type:turbocharged diesel
Model:Kubota V3800-DI-T
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder 16-valve
Emissions:Tier III
Rated RPM:2600
Air cleaner:dual element dry
Bore/Stroke:3.94x4.72 inches (100 x 120 mm)
Power (net):84.6 hp (63.1 kW)
Displacement:230 ci (3.8 L)
Oil capacity:11.3 qts (10.7 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:9.5 qts (9.0 L)
Emission control:EGR

Capacity

Cab Fuel:29.1 gal (110.1 L)
ROPS Fuel:23.8 gal (90.1 L)
Front axle:10 qts (9.5 L)
Hydraulic system:14.25 gal (53.9 L)

Variants

M8540F:2WD ROPS sync-shuttle
M8540DT:4WD ROPS sync-shuttle
M8540FC:2WD cab sync-shuttle
M8540HD:4WD ROPS hyd-shuttle
M8540DTC:4WD cab sync-shuttle
M8540DTN:narrow
M8540HDC:4WD cab hyd-shuttle
M8540HD12:4WD ROPS 12-speed
M8540HDC12:4WD cab 12-speed
Power Krawler:half-track tractor

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery CCA:900
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:45 ROPS, 60 cab

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Valves:1 to 3
Capacity:14.25 gal (53.9 L)
Pressure:2844 psi (196.1 bar)
Pump flow:17 gpm (64.3 lpm)
Total flow:23.1 gpm (87.4 lpm)
Steering flow:6.1 gpm (23.1 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post folding ROPS with optional canopy. Ultra Grand Cab optional with heat and air-conditioning
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Power steering:Yes
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Type:Utility tractor
Series:M40 Series
Original price:$29,955 in 2011
Years produced:2007 - 2013

Attachments

Backhoe:Kubota M4011 Backhoe
Loaders:Kubota LA1353 Height Position loader, Kubota LA1353 Power Position loader

LA1353 Power Position Loader

Dump time:2.2s
Attachment:Two-Lever Quick Coupler
Dump angle:64°
Lower time:3.1s
Raise time:4.6s
Bucket width:72 inches (182 cm), 84 inches (213 cm)
Reach dumped:45.2 inches (114 cm)
Reach ground:87.9 inches (223 cm)
Height at pin:131.9 inches (335 cm)
Lift capacity:2,977 lbs (1350 kg) full at 500mm
Rollback time:2.6s
Rollback angle:40°
Clearance dumped:94.7 inches (240 cm)

LA1353 Height Position Loader

Dump time:2.2s
Attachment:Two-Lever Quick Coupler
Dump angle:52°
Lower time:3.1s
Raise time:4.6s
Bucket width:72 inches (182 cm), 84 inches (213 cm)
Reach dumped:29.1 inches (73 cm)
Reach ground:87.9 inches (223 cm)
Height at pin:145.7 inches (370 cm)
Lift capacity:2,866 lbs (1300 kg) full at 500mm
Rollback time:2.6s
Rollback angle:40°
Clearance dumped:110.6 inches (280 cm)

Transmission

Options:8-speed partially synchronized, 8-speed power shuttle, 12-speed power shuttle

Synchro-Shuttle

Type:partially synchronized
Gears:8 forward and reverse
Notes:Four gears with high and low ranges. Gears and forward-reverse shuttle shifting are synchronized.
Clutch:dry plate
Oil capacity:57 qts (53.9 L)

Hydraulic-Shuttle 8-speed

Type:power shuttle
Gears:8 forward and reverse
Notes:Four gears with high and low ranges. Clutchless power shuttle shifting between forward and reverse. Gears (1-4) are synchronized.
Clutch:wet discs
Oil capacity:57 qts (53.9 L)

Hydraulic-Shuttle 12-speed

Type:power shuttle
Gears:12 forward and reverse
Notes:Six gears with high and low ranges. Clutchless power shuttle shifting between forward and reverse. Gears (1-6) are synchronized.
Clutch:wet discs

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II
Rear lift (at ends):5510 lbs (2499 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):4630 lbs (2100 kg)
Rear lift (at ends) Optional:8600 lbs (3900 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) Optional:7275 lbs (3299 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Weight:5005 to 6065 pounds
Rear tire:18.4-28 (2WD)
Wheelbase:88.6 inches (225 cm)
Front tire:7.50-18
Optional tires (ag):Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 16.9-34 (2WD), Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 18.4-30 (2WD), Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 18.4R30 (2WD), Front: 9.5L-15. Rear: 18.4-26 (2WD), Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-30, Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4R30 (2WD), Front: 9.5-22. Rear: 16.9-24 (4WD), Front: 12.4-24. Rear: 18.4-30 (4WD), Front: 16.9-34. Rear: (4WD), Front: 12.4R24. Rear: 18
Standard tires (ag):Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 18.4-28 (2WD), Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 18.4-28 (4WD)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@2205
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)
Optional PTO Type:540/1000

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