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Kubota L1-245
The Kubota L1-245 is a utility tractor made from 1986 to 1988. It's a 2WD tractor, which means it has two wheels that drive it forward. The tractor has a shuttle transmission with 16 forward and 16 reverse gears, giving it a total of 32 gears to choose from. This tractor is powered by a Kubota D1462 engine. It's a diesel engine with 3 cylinders and liquid cooling to keep it running smoothly. The engine has a displacement of 89.2 ci, which is below average for tractors. It produces 23.7 hp, which is also on the lower end of tractor power. The L1-245 has a 12-volt electrical system and an electric starter for easy operation. It also features a Category I hitch, which is useful for attaching various implements.
ManufacturerKubotaPower23.7 hpEngine3-cylTransShuttle
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Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Engine Power Output
- 24hp
- Transmission
- Shuttle
At a glance
How the L1-245 compares
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Utility tractors
23.7 hp · 13th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The L1-245 ranks at the 13th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Kubota L1-245
The Kubota L1-245 is a utility tractor made from 1986 to 1988. It's a 2WD tractor, which means it has two wheels that drive it forward. The tractor has a shuttle transmission with 16 forward and 16 reverse gears, giving it a total of 32 gears to choose from. This tractor is powered by a Kubota D1462 engine. It's a diesel engine with 3 cylinders and liquid cooling to keep it running smoothly. The engine has a displacement of 89.2 ci, which is below average for tractors. It produces 23.7 hp, which is also on the lower end of tractor power. The L1-245 has a 12-volt electrical system and an electric starter for easy operation. It also features a Category I hitch, which is useful for attaching various implements.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | L1-245 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1986–1988 |
Engine
| Make | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | D1462 |
| Power | 23.7hp |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Displacement | 89.2ci |
| Bore | 3.4in |
| Stroke | 3.2in |
Transmission
| Type | Shuttle |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 16 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
Head to head
L1-245 vs. Utility median
How the Kubota L1-245 compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 23.7 hp | 55 hp | -57% | 13th |
| Engine Displacement | 89.2 ci | 183 ci | -51% | 15th |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 | -25% | 23rd |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 12 | +33% | 73rd |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 4,941–5,720 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Kubota L1-245 manufactured?
Production of the Kubota L1-245 ran from 1986 through 1988.
What three-point hitch category does the Kubota L1-245 use?
The Kubota L1-245 has a Category I three-point hitch.
How powerful is the Kubota L1-245?
The Kubota L1-245 has an engine power output of 23.7 hp. It is powered by a 3-cylinder engine displacing 89.2 ci.
What type of transmission does the Kubota L1-245 have?
The Kubota L1-245 uses a Shuttle transmission offering 16 forward gears.
What routine service does the Kubota L1-245 need?
Regular maintenance for the Kubota L1-245 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.