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Kubota KL31R

The Kubota KL31R is a utility tractor built from 2012 to 2015. It's a compact but capable machine, perfect for small farms and big gardens. This tractor has a 4-wheel drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle in tight spaces. Under the hood, the KL31R has a Kubota D1803 engine. This 3-cylinder diesel engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated. It has an average displacement of 111.4 ci and produces 30.6 hp at 2600 rpm. The engine's power is on the lower end compared to other tractors, but it's still strong enough for many farm tasks. The tractor uses a Glideshift transmission, which allows for smooth gear changes. It weighs 2932 lb, which is lighter than many other tractors. This makes it less likely to compact soil when working in fields. The KL31R is 125.2 inches long, 55.9 inches wide, and 78 inches tall. It has 8-16 front tires and 12.4-26 rear tires. The tractor comes with a Category 3 rear hitch, useful for attaching various implements. It starts with an electric starter, making it easy to get going on cold mornings. Kubota is known for making reliable, efficient tractors, and the KL31R fits this reputation well.

ManufacturerKubotaPower30.6 hpEngine3-cylTransGlideshift (power shift)
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Quick specs

Category
Utility
Engine Power Output
31hp
Operating Weight
2,932 lb
Transmission
Glideshift (power shift)
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At a glance

How the KL31R compares

vs. Utility median

Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Utility tractors

30.6 hp · 23rd

This model

9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383

The KL31R ranks at the 23rd percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.

Overview

About the Kubota KL31R

The Kubota KL31R is a utility tractor built from 2012 to 2015. It's a compact but capable machine, perfect for small farms and big gardens. This tractor has a 4-wheel drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle in tight spaces. Under the hood, the KL31R has a Kubota D1803 engine. This 3-cylinder diesel engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated. It has an average displacement of 111.4 ci and produces 30.6 hp at 2600 rpm. The engine's power is on the lower end compared to other tractors, but it's still strong enough for many farm tasks. The tractor uses a Glideshift transmission, which allows for smooth gear changes. It weighs 2932 lb, which is lighter than many other tractors. This makes it less likely to compact soil when working in fields. The KL31R is 125.2 inches long, 55.9 inches wide, and 78 inches tall. It has 8-16 front tires and 12.4-26 rear tires. The tractor comes with a Category 3 rear hitch, useful for attaching various implements. It starts with an electric starter, making it easy to get going on cold mornings. Kubota is known for making reliable, efficient tractors, and the KL31R fits this reputation well.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerKubota
ModelKL31R
CategoryUtility tractor
Type4x4 MFWD 4WD
Years built2012–2015
Operating weight2,932lb

Engine

MakeKubota
ModelD1803
Power30.6hp
Cylinders3
Displacement111.4ci
Bore3.4in
Stroke4in

Transmission

TypeGlideshift (power shift)

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive4WD
SteeringPower

Dimensions

Length125.2in
Width55.9in
Height78in
Operating weight2,932lb

Tires

Front16-Aug
Rear12.4-26

Head to head

KL31R vs. Utility median

How the Kubota KL31R compares to other Utility tractors

SpecThis modelUtility medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power30.6 hp55 hp-44%23rd
Engine Displacement111 ci183 ci-39%26th
Cylinders34-25%23rd
Operating Weight2,932 lb5,303 lb-45%22nd
Length125 in137 in-8%34th
Width55.9 in66 in-15%29th
Height78 in94.1 in-17%24th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,9335,720 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

What years was the Kubota KL31R manufactured?

Production of the Kubota KL31R ran from 2012 through 2015.

What are the factory tire sizes for the Kubota KL31R?

The Kubota KL31R comes with 16-Aug front tires and 12.4-26 rear tires.

What three-point hitch category does the Kubota KL31R use?

The Kubota KL31R has a Category Category 3 three-point hitch.

How powerful is the Kubota KL31R?

The Kubota KL31R has an engine power output of 30.6 hp. It is powered by a 3-cylinder engine displacing 111.4 ci.

What is the working weight of the Kubota KL31R?

The operating weight of the Kubota KL31R is approximately 2,932 lb.

What type of transmission does the Kubota KL31R have?

The Kubota KL31R uses a Glideshift (power shift) transmission.

What routine service does the Kubota KL31R need?

Regular maintenance for the Kubota KL31R 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.