Utility tractorsSpec sheet
Kubota L1-20
The Kubota L1-20 is a compact utility tractor that was made from 1983 to 1985. It's a 2WD tractor, which means it has two-wheel drive. This tractor is great for small farms and light work. The L1-20 has a Kubota D1402 engine with 3 cylinders. It's liquid-cooled and runs on diesel fuel. The engine is small compared to many other tractors, with 19.7 horsepower. It has a 16-speed shuttle transmission, which gives the driver lots of options for different tasks. The tractor has a three-point hitch at the back, which is useful for attaching tools. It's not very heavy, weighing only 2050 pounds. This makes it easy to move around, but it might not be best for very heavy jobs.
ManufacturerKubotaPower19.7 hp(14.7 kW)ClassUnder 25 HP tractors →Engine3-cylinderTransmissionShuttle
Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 20hp
- Operating weight
- 2,050 lb
- Transmission
- Shuttle
Category comparison
L1-20 compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
19.7 hp · 8th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The L1-20 ranks at the 8th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Kubota L1-20
The Kubota L1-20 is a compact utility tractor that was made from 1983 to 1985. It's a 2WD tractor, which means it has two-wheel drive. This tractor is great for small farms and light work. The L1-20 has a Kubota D1402 engine with 3 cylinders. It's liquid-cooled and runs on diesel fuel. The engine is small compared to many other tractors, with 19.7 horsepower. It has a 16-speed shuttle transmission, which gives the driver lots of options for different tasks. The tractor has a three-point hitch at the back, which is useful for attaching tools. It's not very heavy, weighing only 2050 pounds. This makes it easy to move around, but it might not be best for very heavy jobs.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | L1-20 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1983–1985 |
| Operating weight | 2,050lb(929.9 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | D1402 |
| Power | 19.7hp(14.69 kW) |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Displacement | 85.1ci(1.4 L) |
| Bore | 3.3in(83.82 mm) |
| Stroke | 3.2in(81.28 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Shuttle |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
Dimensions
| Length | 113.8in(2,891 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 49.4in(1,255 mm) |
| Height | 77.8in(1,976 mm) |
| Operating weight | 2,050lb(929.9 kg) |
Closest alternatives
L1-20 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
Among utility tractors, the Kubota B2201 and the Kubota KB20 are closest to the Kubota L1-20 in rated horsepower. The Kubota B2201 matches it on rated power and weighs 260 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. It entered production in 2018, 35 years after the L1-20. The Kubota KB20 matches it on rated power. It entered production in 2005, 22 years after the L1-20.
| Spec | Kubota L1-20 | Kubota B2201 | Kubota KB20 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 19.7 hp14.7 kW | 19.7 hp14.7 kW | 19.7 hp14.7 kW |
| Operating weight | 2,050 lb930 kg | 1,786 lb810 kg | - |
| Weight per hp | 104 lb/hp63 kg/kW | 91 lb/hp55 kg/kW | - |
| Displacement | 85.1 ci1.39 L | 68.5 ci1.12 L | 68.5 ci1.12 L |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Transmission | Shuttle | Mechanical shuttle | Power shift |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Years built | 1983-1985 | 2018+ | 2005-2007 |
Calculators
Calculators for the L1-20
PTO power
About 16 to 18 PTO hp
Estimated from the 19.7 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 19.7 hp tractor can run
The calculator sizes mowers, tillers, discs, plows and balers for this tractor.
Ballast
121 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 130 to 150 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
19.7 hp is 14.7 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
L1-20 vs. Utility median
Kubota L1-20 compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 19.7 hp | 55 hp | -64% | 8th |
| Engine Displacement | 85.1 ci | 183 ci | -54% | 14th |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 | -25% | 23rd |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 12 | +33% | 73rd |
| Operating Weight | 2,050 lb | 5,303 lb | -61% | 13th |
| Length | 114 in | 137 in | -17% | 19th |
| Width | 49.4 in | 66 in | -25% | 17th |
| Height | 77.8 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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Gallery
Kubota L1-20 photos
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What years was the Kubota L1-20 manufactured?
Production of the Kubota L1-20 ran from 1983 through 1985.
What hitch category is the Kubota L1-20?
The Kubota L1-20 uses a Category I hitch.
How powerful is the Kubota L1-20?
The Kubota L1-20 has an engine power output of 19.7 hp. It is powered by a 3-cylinder engine displacing 85.1 ci.
What is the working weight of the Kubota L1-20?
The operating weight of the Kubota L1-20 is approximately 2,050 lb.
What type of transmission does the Kubota L1-20 have?
The Kubota L1-20 uses a Shuttle transmission offering 16 forward gears.
What routine service does the Kubota L1-20 need?
Regular maintenance for the Kubota L1-20 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.