The Kubota MD97 is a utility farm tractor produced from 1995 to 2001 as part of Kubota's MD Series. It features a 4.7L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 95.7 hp (71.4 kW) with a claimed PTO power of 91.5 hp (68.2 kW). The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 16-speed, 24-speed creeper, and 16-speed partial power shift. It has a fuel tank capacity of 39.6 gallons (149.9 L) and a hydraulic pump flow of 15.85 gpm (60.0 lpm). The MD97 comes standard with four-wheel drive and a cab with air-conditioning, with an optional ROPS. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 96.3 inches (244 cm), length of 159.5 inches (405 cm), width of 78 inches (198 cm), and height of 104.3 inches (264 cm). Standard agricultural tires are 11.2-24 front and 16.9-34 rear. The tractor hitch is category II with a rear lift capacity of 4486 lbs (2034 kg), or 5699 lbs (2585 kg) with an optional lift cylinder. The rear PTO operates at 540/1000 RPM with engine speeds of 2035 and 2211 RPM respectively. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground.