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Kubota JB18
The Kubota JB18 is a small but capable utility tractor. It was made from 2006 to 2008. This tractor is good for light work around farms and homes. It has four-wheel drive and power steering, which make it easy to use. The JB18 has a Kubota D1005 diesel engine. This engine has three cylinders and is cooled by liquid. It can produce 18.2 horsepower, which is below average for tractors. The engine size is also small compared to other tractors. But it can run at a very high speed of 2600 rpm. The tractor has a manual transmission with 6 forward gears and 2 reverse gears. It's not very heavy, weighing only 1301 pounds. This makes it easy to move around tight spaces. The tractor is 80.5 inches long, 38.2 inches wide, and 72.4 inches tall.
ManufacturerKubotaPower18.2 hpEngine3-cylTransManual
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Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Engine Power Output
- 18hp
- Operating Weight
- 1,301 lb
- Transmission
- Manual
At a glance
How the JB18 compares
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Utility tractors
18.2 hp · 7th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The JB18 ranks at the 7th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Kubota JB18
The Kubota JB18 is a small but capable utility tractor. It was made from 2006 to 2008. This tractor is good for light work around farms and homes. It has four-wheel drive and power steering, which make it easy to use. The JB18 has a Kubota D1005 diesel engine. This engine has three cylinders and is cooled by liquid. It can produce 18.2 horsepower, which is below average for tractors. The engine size is also small compared to other tractors. But it can run at a very high speed of 2600 rpm. The tractor has a manual transmission with 6 forward gears and 2 reverse gears. It's not very heavy, weighing only 1301 pounds. This makes it easy to move around tight spaces. The tractor is 80.5 inches long, 38.2 inches wide, and 72.4 inches tall.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | JB18 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Years built | 2006–2008 |
| Operating weight | 1,301lb |
Engine
| Make | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | D1005 |
| Power | 18.2hp |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Displacement | 61.1ci |
| Bore | 2.99in |
| Stroke | 2.9in |
Transmission
| Type | Manual |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 6 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Power |
Dimensions
| Length | 80.5in |
|---|---|
| Width | 38.2in |
| Height | 72.4in |
| Operating weight | 1,301lb |
Head to head
JB18 vs. Utility median
How the Kubota JB18 compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 18.2 hp | 55 hp | -67% | 7th |
| Engine Displacement | 61.1 ci | 183 ci | -67% | 6th |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 | -25% | 23rd |
| Forward Gears | 6 | 12 | -50% | 11th |
| Operating Weight | 1,301 lb | 5,303 lb | -75% | 3rd |
| Length | 80.5 in | 137 in | -41% | 2nd |
| Width | 38.2 in | 66 in | -42% | 2nd |
| Height | 72.4 in | 94.1 in | -23% | 18th |
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).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Kubota JB18 manufactured?
Production of the Kubota JB18 ran from 2006 through 2008.
What type of transmission does the Kubota JB18 have?
The Kubota JB18 uses a Manual transmission offering 6 forward gears.
How powerful is the Kubota JB18?
The Kubota JB18 has an engine power output of 18.2 hp. It is powered by a 3-cylinder engine displacing 61.1 ci.
What is the working weight of the Kubota JB18?
The operating weight of the Kubota JB18 is approximately 1,301 lb.
What routine service does the Kubota JB18 need?
Regular maintenance for the Kubota JB18 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.