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Kubota GL300
The Kubota GL300 is a utility tractor that was made from 1993 to 1995. It's a tough 4-wheel drive machine with power steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor has a 16-speed transmission, which gives the driver lots of options for different tasks. Under the hood, the GL300 has a Kubota D1503 engine. This engine is diesel-powered and has three cylinders. It's liquid-cooled to keep it running smoothly. The engine is pretty small compared to other tractors, but it still puts out 29.6 horsepower. It can run at up to 2700 rpm, which is very fast for a tractor engine. The GL300 weighs 2800 pounds, which is on the lighter side for tractors. This makes it good for jobs that need a nimble machine. It's not very big either, measuring about 10 feet long, 4.5 feet wide, and 6.5 feet tall.
ManufacturerKubotaPower29.6 hp(22.1 kW)Class25–40 HP tractors →Engine3-cylinderTransmissionPower shift gear
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Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 30hp
- Operating weight
- 2,800 lb
- Transmission
- Power shift gear
Category comparison
GL300 compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
29.6 hp · 21st
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The GL300 ranks at the 21st percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Kubota GL300
The Kubota GL300 is a utility tractor that was made from 1993 to 1995. It's a tough 4-wheel drive machine with power steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor has a 16-speed transmission, which gives the driver lots of options for different tasks. Under the hood, the GL300 has a Kubota D1503 engine. This engine is diesel-powered and has three cylinders. It's liquid-cooled to keep it running smoothly. The engine is pretty small compared to other tractors, but it still puts out 29.6 horsepower. It can run at up to 2700 rpm, which is very fast for a tractor engine. The GL300 weighs 2800 pounds, which is on the lighter side for tractors. This makes it good for jobs that need a nimble machine. It's not very big either, measuring about 10 feet long, 4.5 feet wide, and 6.5 feet tall.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | GL300 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Years built | 1993–1995 |
| Operating weight | 2,800lb(1,270 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | D1503 |
| Power | 29.6hp(22.07 kW) |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Displacement | 91.5ci(1.5 L) |
| Bore | 3.27in(83.01 mm) |
| Stroke | 3.64in(92.41 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Power shift gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 16 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Cab | Open |
Dimensions
| Length | 125.2in(3,180 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 55.9in(1,420 mm) |
| Height | 78in(1,981 mm) |
| Operating weight | 2,800lb(1,270 kg) |
Closest alternatives
GL300 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
The closest utility models to the Kubota GL300 by rated horsepower are the Kubota FT300 and the Kubota FT30. The Kubota FT300 matches it on rated power and weighs 570 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. It entered production in 2016, 23 years after the GL300. The Kubota FT30 matches it on rated power and weighs 330 lb less, carrying 83 lb per horsepower against 95 lb. It entered production in 2012, 19 years after the GL300. Of the 3 models, the GL300 has the highest weight per horsepower at 95 lb per hp.
| Spec | Kubota GL300 | Kubota FT300 | Kubota FT30 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 29.6 hp22.1 kW | 29.6 hp22.1 kW | 29.6 hp22.1 kW |
| Operating weight | 2,800 lb1,270 kg | 2,227 lb1,010 kg | 2,469 lb1,120 kg |
| Weight per hp | 95 lb/hp58 kg/kW | 75 lb/hp46 kg/kW | 83 lb/hp51 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 91.5 ci1.5 L | 111.4 ci1.83 L | 100.5 ci1.65 L |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Transmission | Power shift gear | Power shift | Power shift |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD | Four-wheel drive (4WD) |
| Years built | 1993-1995 | 2016+ | 2012-2015 |
Calculators
Calculators for the GL300
PTO power
About 25 to 27 PTO hp
Estimated from the 29.6 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 29.6 hp tractor can run
The calculator sizes mowers, tillers, discs, plows and balers for this tractor.
Ballast
110 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 120 to 135 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
29.6 hp is 22.1 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
GL300 vs. Utility median
Kubota GL300 compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 29.6 hp | 55 hp | -46% | 21st |
| Engine Displacement | 91.5 ci | 183 ci | -50% | 20th |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 | -25% | 23rd |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 12 | +33% | 73rd |
| Operating Weight | 2,800 lb | 5,303 lb | -47% | 20th |
| Length | 125 in | 137 in | -8% | 34th |
| Width | 55.9 in | 66 in | -15% | 29th |
| Height | 78 in | 94.1 in | -17% | 24th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the utility tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 3,933–5,720 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was the Kubota GL300 made?
The Kubota GL300 was manufactured from 1993 to 1995.
What hitch category is the Kubota GL300?
The Kubota GL300 uses a Category I hitch.
What is the engine power output of the Kubota GL300?
Rated engine output for the Kubota GL300 is 29.6 hp, delivered by a 3-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 91.5 ci.
What is the operating weight of the Kubota GL300?
The Kubota GL300 has an operating weight of about 2,800 lb.
Which transmission does the Kubota GL300 use?
The Kubota GL300 is equipped with a Power shift gear transmission with 16 forward gears.
How do I maintain a Kubota GL300?
Routine service for the Kubota GL300 covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.