Kubota KL44Z
The Kubota KL44Z is a versatile utility tractor built from 2012 to 2015. It features a 4x4 chassis with four-wheel drive, making it great for tough jobs on farms and fields. The tractor has power steering and a smooth Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT), which helps operators work comfortably. Under the hood, the KL44Z has a Kubota V2203 diesel engine. This engine has 4 cylinders and is liquid-cooled to keep it running smoothly. It produces 43.5 horsepower, which is about average for tractors in its class. The engine size is also average, with a displacement of 134.1 cubic inches. One standout feature is its high engine speed, rated at 2700 RPM, which is very high compared to other tractors. The KL44Z weighs 4001 pounds and has standard agricultural tires on both front and rear. It's 133.3 inches long and 61 inches wide, with a wheelbase of 74.4 inches, making it compact yet sturdy for various farm tasks.
Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 44hp
- Operating weight
- 4,001 lb
- Transmission
- Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT)
Category comparison
KL44Z compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
This model
The KL44Z ranks at the 37th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Kubota KL44Z
The Kubota KL44Z is a versatile utility tractor built from 2012 to 2015. It features a 4x4 chassis with four-wheel drive, making it great for tough jobs on farms and fields. The tractor has power steering and a smooth Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT), which helps operators work comfortably. Under the hood, the KL44Z has a Kubota V2203 diesel engine. This engine has 4 cylinders and is liquid-cooled to keep it running smoothly. It produces 43.5 horsepower, which is about average for tractors in its class. The engine size is also average, with a displacement of 134.1 cubic inches. One standout feature is its high engine speed, rated at 2700 RPM, which is very high compared to other tractors. The KL44Z weighs 4001 pounds and has standard agricultural tires on both front and rear. It's 133.3 inches long and 61 inches wide, with a wheelbase of 74.4 inches, making it compact yet sturdy for various farm tasks.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | KL44Z |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Years built | 2012–2015 |
| Operating weight | 4,001lb(1,815 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | V2203 |
| Power | 43.5hp(32.44 kW) |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 134.1ci(2.2 L) |
| Bore | 3.43in(87.12 mm) |
| Stroke | 3.64in(92.46 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Power |
Dimensions
| Length | 133.3in(3,386 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 61in(1,549 mm) |
| Operating weight | 4,001lb(1,815 kg) |
Closest alternatives
KL44Z compared with the nearest models by horsepower
Among utility tractors, the Massey Ferguson 1643 and the International Harvester B-414 are closest to the Kubota KL44Z in rated horsepower. The Massey Ferguson 1643 matches it on rated power and weighs 620 lb less, carrying 78 lb per horsepower against 92 lb. The International Harvester B-414 matches it on rated power at almost the same operating weight. It entered production in 1961, 51 years before the KL44Z.
| Spec | Kubota KL44Z | Massey Ferguson 1643 | International Harvester B-414 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 43.5 hp32.4 kW | 43.5 hp32.4 kW | 43.5 hp32.4 kW |
| Operating weight | 4,001 lb1,815 kg | 3,384 lb1,535 kg | 4,050 lb1,837 kg |
| Weight per hp | 92 lb/hp56 kg/kW | 78 lb/hp47 kg/kW | 93 lb/hp57 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 134.1 ci2.2 L | 134.1 ci2.2 L | 143 ci2.34 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Transmission | Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) | - | Sliding gear with dry disc clutch |
| Drive | 4WD | MFWD 4WD | 2WD |
| Years built | 2012-2015 | 2009-2013 | 1961-1966 |
Calculators
Calculators for the KL44Z
PTO power
About 36 to 39 PTO hp
Estimated from the 43.5 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 43.5 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 5 ft rotary cutter or a 4.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
107 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 120 to 135 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
43.5 hp is 32.4 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
KL44Z vs. Utility median
Kubota KL44Z compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 43.5 hp | 55 hp | -21% | 37th |
| Engine Displacement | 134 ci | 183 ci | -27% | 32nd |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 4,001 lb | 5,303 lb | -25% | 37th |
| Length | 133 in | 137 in | -2% | 45th |
| Width | 61 in | 66 in | -8% | 39th |
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
What years was the Kubota KL44Z manufactured?
Production of the Kubota KL44Z ran from 2012 through 2015.
What type of transmission does the Kubota KL44Z have?
The Kubota KL44Z uses a Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) transmission.
How powerful is the Kubota KL44Z?
The Kubota KL44Z has an engine power output of 43.5 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 134.1 ci.
What is the working weight of the Kubota KL44Z?
The operating weight of the Kubota KL44Z is approximately 4,001 lb.
What routine service does the Kubota KL44Z need?
Regular maintenance for the Kubota KL44Z 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.


