Overview
The Kubota KL460 Hi-Speed is a 45.3 hp compact utility tractor featuring a liquid-cooled 4-cylinder diesel engine and four-wheel drive. Produced between 2006 and 2007, it is notable for its highly versatile transmission options that offer up to 30 forward speeds, including specialized creeper and high-speed ranges.
Ideal Applications
Speed-Sensitive Field Operations:
With a transmission offering 20 to 30 forward speeds and specialized high-speed and creeper ranges, this tractor allows for precise speed matching for complex agricultural tasks.
Variable Row-Crop Tasks:
The adjustable rear tread width, ranging from 44.9 to 56.3 inches, combined with a 17.3-inch ground clearance, makes it suitable for navigating between different crop spacings.
Utility and Loading:
Equipped with power steering, a Type I rear hitch, and a 540 RPM PTO, this 4WD machine is built to handle standard Category I implements and general farm utility work.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 2.4L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 11.9 gal (45.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.43x4.03 inches (87 x 102 mm) |
| Description | Kubota V2403 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 148.5 ci (2.4 L) |
| Power | 45.3 hp (33.8 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Description | Four gears (1-4) in two ranges with three-range shift (creeper, medium, and high-speed). / Twelve gears in three ranges (creeper, medium, and high-speed) with shuttle shift. Only gears 1-8 available in reverse. In high-speed range only gears six forward and four reverse gears available. |
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| Gears | 20 forward and reverse / 30 forward and 20 reverse |
| Transmission type | 20-speed / 30-speed |
| Transmission type | 20-speed / 30-speed |
Mechanical
| Cab | Two-post ROPS. Cab optional. |
|---|---|
| Description | Power steering / Mechanical wet disc brakes |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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PTO
| Engine RPM | 556@2600 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Weight | 3968 lbs (1799 kg) |
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| Front tread | 47.8 inches (121 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 17.3 inches (43 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 86.6 inches (219 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 93.3 inches (236 cm) |
| Length | 139.2 inches (353 cm) |
| Rear tread | 44.9 to 56.3 inches (114 to 143 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 3583 lbs (1625 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 76.4 inches (194 cm) |
| Width | 60.4 inches (153 cm) |
| Front tire | 8.3-20 |
| Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
| Weight | 3583 to 3968 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 76.4 inches (194 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8.3-20. Rear: 13.6-28 |