The Kubota M8580 is a utility farm tractor produced from 1991 to 1999 as part of the M80 Series. It features a 4.7L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering 85 hp net power. The tractor offers 12-speed power shuttle or mechanical shuttle transmissions with 12 forward and reverse gears. It includes four-wheel drive, power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a four-post ROPS with an optional cab. The M8580 supports various hydraulic and hitch configurations and can be equipped with Kubota M1275 or M1410 front-end loaders. It is designed for versatile utility tasks on the farm.
Transmission options:12-speed power shuttle, 12-speed mechanical shuttle
Type (power shuttle):power shuttle
Gears (power shuttle):12 forward and reverse
Type (mechanical shuttle):mechanical shuttle
Gears (mechanical shuttle):12 forward and reverse
Description (power shuttle):Six synchronized gears in two ranges with hydraulic shuttle. The power shuttle was used on the M8580 with cab.
Description (mechanical shuttle):Six synchronized gears in two ranges with mechanical shuttle. Clutch required to shift direction. The mechanical shuttle transmission was used on the M8580 when fitted with ROPS.