Kubota
Kubota M8540
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.
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 |
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| 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 time2.2s AttachmentTwo-Lever Quick Coupler Dump angle64° Lower time3.1s Raise time4.6s Bucket width72 inches (182 cm), 84 inches (213 cm) Reach dumped45.2 inches (114 cm) Reach ground87.9 inches (223 cm) Height at pin131.9 inches (335 cm) Lift capacity2,977 lbs (1350 kg) full at 500mm Rollback time2.6s Rollback angle40° Clearance dumped94.7 inches (240 cm) |
| LA1353 Height Position Loader | Dump time2.2s AttachmentTwo-Lever Quick Coupler Dump angle52° Lower time3.1s Raise time4.6s Bucket width72 inches (182 cm), 84 inches (213 cm) Reach dumped29.1 inches (73 cm) Reach ground87.9 inches (223 cm) Height at pin145.7 inches (370 cm) Lift capacity2,866 lbs (1300 kg) full at 500mm Rollback time2.6s Rollback angle40° Clearance dumped110.6 inches (280 cm) |
Transmission
| Options | 8-speed partially synchronized, 8-speed power shuttle, 12-speed power shuttle |
|---|---|
| Synchro-Shuttle | Typepartially synchronized Gears8 forward and reverse NotesFour gears with high and low ranges. Gears and forward-reverse shuttle shifting are synchronized. Clutchdry plate Oil capacity57 qts (53.9 L) |
| Hydraulic-Shuttle 8-speed | Typepower shuttle Gears8 forward and reverse NotesFour gears with high and low ranges. Clutchless power shuttle shifting between forward and reverse. Gears (1-4) are synchronized. Clutchwet discs Oil capacity57 qts (53.9 L) |
| Hydraulic-Shuttle 12-speed | Typepower shuttle Gears12 forward and reverse NotesSix gears with high and low ranges. Clutchless power shuttle shifting between forward and reverse. Gears (1-6) are synchronized. Clutchwet 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 |