The Kubota MD87 is a utility tractor produced from 1995 to 2001 as part of the MD Series. It features a Kubota 4.7L 4-cylinder diesel engine delivering 85.8 hp (64.0 kW) with a claimed PTO power of 81.1 hp (60.5 kW). The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 16-speed, 24-speed creeper, and 16-speed partial power shift. It has a wheelbase of 90.6 inches (230 cm), length of 152.8 inches (388 cm), width of 74 inches (187 cm), and height of 102.8 inches (261 cm). The MD87 comes standard with four-wheel drive and a cab with air-conditioning, with an optional ROPS. It has a fuel tank capacity of 27.7 gallons (104.8 L) and hydraulic pump flow of 15.85 gpm (60.0 lpm). The rear hitch is category II with a lift capacity of 4486 lbs (2034 kg), or 5699 lbs (2585 kg) with an optional lift cylinder. The PTO rear type is 540/1000 rpm with engine speeds of 2035 and 2211 rpm respectively. Standard tires are 9.5-24 front and 13.9-36 rear. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground.