Overview
The Kubota L3940 is a versatile compact utility tractor powered by a 40.5 hp four-cylinder diesel engine and was manufactured between 2007 and 2013. It features a robust four-wheel-drive system and a high-performance hydraulic system with a total flow of 14.7 gpm. With a rear lift capacity of up to 3,860 lbs at the ends, this model is designed to handle demanding farm and utility tasks with precision.
Ideal Applications
Material Handling and Excavation:
With a Category I rear hitch lifting 2,760 lbs at 24 inches and compatibility with front-end loaders and backhoes, this tractor is well-suited for heavy lifting and earth-moving projects.
Large-Scale Grounds Maintenance:
Supporting a 72-inch mid-mount mower deck, snowblower, and various tire options like lawn or turf treads, the L3940 is an ideal choice for extensive estate grooming and seasonal property upkeep.
General Land Management:
The combination of 14.6 inches of ground clearance, four-wheel drive, and multiple transmission options including HST Plus allows for effective operation of implements across diverse and uneven terrain.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor / The "semi-independent" mid PTO is linked with the rear PTO. Whenever the mid PTO is engaged, the rear PTO will also be engaged. The rear PTO can be run without the mid PTO. |
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| Manufacturer | Kubota |
| Original price | $22,159 (2011) |
Engine
| Engine type | Kubota 2.0L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Bore/Stroke | 3.3x3.6 inches (84 x 91 mm) |
| Coolant capacity | 7.9 qts (7.5 L) |
| Description | Kubota / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 122 ci (2.0 L) |
| Oil capacity | 8.7 qts (8.2 L) |
| Power (gross) | 40.5 hp (30.2 kW) |
| Power (net) | 38.5 hp (28.7 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Engine (gross) | 40.5 hp (30.2 kW) |
| Engine (net) | 38.5 hp (28.7 kW) |
| Gear PTO (claimed) | 33 hp (24.6 kW) |
| Hydro PTO (claimed) | 31.5 hp (23.5 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
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| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (3-range) / 8 forward and reverse / 12 forward and 8 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 45.6 qts (43.2 L) / 45.2 qts (42.8 L) |
| Transmission | HST Plus / FST sync shuttle / Glide Shift (GST) |
| Type | hydrostatic |
| Description | hydrostatic |
| Transmission type | 8-speed / 12-speed |
| Description | hydrostatic |
| Transmission type | 8-speed / 12-speed |
Mechanical
| Description | Wet disc brakes / Two-post ROPS. Grand CAB on HSTC. |
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| Differential lock | standard |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Steering | hydrostatic power steering |
Capacity
| Front axle | 6.9 qts (6.5 L) |
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| Fuel | 13.2 gal (50.0 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 11.4 gal (43.1 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 11.4 gal (43.1 L) |
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| Pump flow | 9.8 gpm (37.1 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 4.9 gpm (18.5 lpm) |
| Total flow | 14.7 gpm (55.6 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
| Valves | 2 to 3 |
Hitch
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2760 lbs (1251 kg) |
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| Rear lift (at ends) | 3,860 lbs (1750 kg) |
| Rear Type | I |
PTO
| Engine RPM | 540@2550 |
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| Mid PTO | semi-independent (optional) |
| Mid PTO Type | 2000 |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Electrical
| Battery CCA | 582 |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 40 |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Front tread | 45.5 inches (115 cm) |
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| Ground clearance | 14.6 inches (37 cm) |
| Height | 97.4 inches (247 cm) |
| Length | 121.5 inches (308 cm) |
| Rear tread | 50.6 to 60.2 inches (128 to 152 cm) |
| Weight | 3,483 lbs (DT) (1579 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 74.6 inches (189 cm) |
| Width | 66.5 inches (168 cm) |
| Front tire | 8.3-16 |
| Rear tire | 14.9-24 |
| Weight | 3483 to 3968 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 74.6 inches (189 cm) |
| Industrial front | 10-16.5 |
| Industrial rear | 17.8L-24 |
| Lawn/turf front | 29x12.50-15 |
| Lawn/turf rear | 44x18-20 |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8.3-16 . Rear: 14.9-24 |
Kubota L3940 attachments
| Description | 72" mid-mount mower deck / snowblower / blade / front-end loader / backhoe |
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Variants
| L3940DT | 8-speed |
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| L3940GST | 12-speed |
| L3940HST | hydro |
| L3940HSTC | hydro cab |