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Kubota GL-53
The Kubota GL-53 is a utility tractor that was made from 1991 to 1995. It's a strong helper on the farm with its 4-wheel drive system. The tractor has a manual transmission with 16 gears for going forward and 16 for going backward. This gives the driver lots of choices for different jobs. Under the hood, the GL-53 has a Kubota F2803 engine. This engine has 5 cylinders and runs on diesel fuel. It can produce 53 horsepower, which is about average for tractors of its size. The engine is liquid-cooled, which helps it work well in hot weather. The tractor weighs 3,836 pounds and is 142.9 inches long and 59.3 inches wide. It has big farm tires on both the front and back. For comfort and safety, it comes with either a roll-over protection structure (ROPS) or a cab.
ManufacturerKubotaPower53 hpEngine5-cylTransManual
Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Engine Power Output
- 53hp
- Operating Weight
- 3,836 lb
- Transmission
- Manual
At a glance
How the GL-53 compares
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Utility tractors
53 hp · 48th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The GL-53 ranks at the 48th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Kubota GL-53
The Kubota GL-53 is a utility tractor that was made from 1991 to 1995. It's a strong helper on the farm with its 4-wheel drive system. The tractor has a manual transmission with 16 gears for going forward and 16 for going backward. This gives the driver lots of choices for different jobs. Under the hood, the GL-53 has a Kubota F2803 engine. This engine has 5 cylinders and runs on diesel fuel. It can produce 53 horsepower, which is about average for tractors of its size. The engine is liquid-cooled, which helps it work well in hot weather. The tractor weighs 3,836 pounds and is 142.9 inches long and 59.3 inches wide. It has big farm tires on both the front and back. For comfort and safety, it comes with either a roll-over protection structure (ROPS) or a cab.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | GL-53 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Years built | 1991–1995 |
| Operating weight | 3,836lb |
Engine
| Make | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | F2803 |
| Power | 53hp |
| Cylinders | 5 |
| Displacement | 167.6ci |
| Bore | 3.4in |
| Stroke | 3.6in |
Transmission
| Type | Manual |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 16 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | MFWD 4WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Cab | ROPS/Cab |
Dimensions
| Length | 142.9in |
|---|---|
| Width | 59.3in |
| Operating weight | 3,836lb |
Head to head
GL-53 vs. Utility median
How the Kubota GL-53 compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 53 hp | 55 hp | -4% | 48th |
| Engine Displacement | 168 ci | 183 ci | -8% | 45th |
| Cylinders | 5 | 4 | +25% | 88th |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 12 | +33% | 73rd |
| Operating Weight | 3,836 lb | 5,303 lb | -28% | 34th |
| Length | 143 in | 137 in | +5% | 58th |
| Width | 59.3 in | 66 in | -10% | 35th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,933–5,720 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
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| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kubota GL-530 | 53 hp | 3,836 lb | 1995–1998 | Compare → |
| Kubota L4850 | 53 hp | 4,080 lb | — | Compare → |
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| Kubota M5270 | 52.5 hp | 5,049 lb | — | Compare → |
| Kubota KL53Z | 52.3 hp | 4,233 lb | 2012–2015 | Compare → |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agco ST52a | 52.1 hp | 3,494.4 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Kubota GL-53 manufactured?
Production of the Kubota GL-53 ran from 1991 through 1995.
What type of transmission does the Kubota GL-53 have?
The Kubota GL-53 uses a Manual transmission offering 16 forward gears.
How powerful is the Kubota GL-53?
The Kubota GL-53 has an engine power output of 53 hp. It is powered by a 5-cylinder engine displacing 167.6 ci.
What is the working weight of the Kubota GL-53?
The operating weight of the Kubota GL-53 is approximately 3,836 lb.
What routine service does the Kubota GL-53 need?
Regular maintenance for the Kubota GL-53 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.