Overview
The Kubota JB16 is a compact 16.2 hp sub-compact utility tractor produced between 2006 and 2008 featuring a reliable three-cylinder diesel engine and a four-wheel drive system. Its narrow 38.2-inch width and 50-inch wheelbase make it a highly maneuverable option for operators requiring a small-footprint machine with 11.2 inches of ground clearance.
Ideal Applications
Small-Scale Farming:
Utilizing its 6 forward and 2 reverse gears with a 540 RPM rear PTO, this tractor is designed for standard utility tasks on smaller acreage.
Tight-Space Maneuvering:
With a slim width of 38.2 inches and a light weight of 1,301 lbs, this model is ideal for navigating narrow paths and working in confined areas where larger equipment cannot fit.
All-Terrain Utility:
The four-wheel drive system combined with agricultural tires and wet disc brakes provides stable operation and traction across various ground conditions.
Production
| Description | Sub-Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 1.0L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 3.7 gal (14.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.99x2.90 inches (76 x 74 mm) |
| Description | Kubota D1005 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 61.1 ci (1.0 L) |
| Power | 16.2 hp (12.1 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Description | Three gears, plus reverse, in two ranges. |
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Transmission type | 6-speed |
Mechanical
| Description | Wet disc brakes / Two-post ROPS. |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Steering | manual / power OptOptional |
Hitch
| Rear Type | 0 |
|---|
PTO
| Rear PTO | 540 (1.375) |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 551:2600 |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Front tread | 29.5 inches (74 cm) |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 11.2 inches (28 cm) |
| Height | 72.4 inches (183 cm) |
| Length | 80.5 inches (204 cm) |
| Rear tread | 28.4/30.3 inches (72/76 cm) |
| Weight | 1301 lbs (590 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 50 inches (127 cm) |
| Width | 38.2 inches (97 cm) |
| Front tire | 5.00-12 |
| Rear tire | 8-18 |
| Weight | 1301 lbs (590 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 50 inches (127 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-12. Rear: 8-18 |
Variants
| JB16 | wheeled |
|---|---|
| JB16-PC | half-track |