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Kubota L3000
The Kubota L3000 is a utility tractor made from 2000 to 2003. It's a compact machine, measuring 105.1 inches long, 50.8 inches wide, and 83.1 inches tall. This tractor has a 2WD chassis with power steering, making it easy to handle on farms and fields. Under the hood, the L3000 has a Kubota D1503 engine. This diesel engine has 3 cylinders and is liquid-cooled. It produces 32 hp at 2700 rpm, which is average for its size. The engine's power is sent through an 8-forward and 2-reverse gear transmission. The tractor has a rear hitch that can lift up to 1985 lb, which is above average for its class. It also has a live rear PTO that spins at 540 rpm, useful for running various farm tools. The L3000 weighs 2185 lb, making it lighter than many other tractors in its category.
ManufacturerKubotaPower32 hp(23.9 kW)Class25–40 HP tractors →Engine3-cylinderTransmissionSliding gear
Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 32hp
- Operating weight
- 2,185 lb
- Transmission
- Sliding gear
Category comparison
L3000 compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
32 hp · 24th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The L3000 ranks at the 24th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Kubota L3000
The Kubota L3000 is a utility tractor made from 2000 to 2003. It's a compact machine, measuring 105.1 inches long, 50.8 inches wide, and 83.1 inches tall. This tractor has a 2WD chassis with power steering, making it easy to handle on farms and fields. Under the hood, the L3000 has a Kubota D1503 engine. This diesel engine has 3 cylinders and is liquid-cooled. It produces 32 hp at 2700 rpm, which is average for its size. The engine's power is sent through an 8-forward and 2-reverse gear transmission. The tractor has a rear hitch that can lift up to 1985 lb, which is above average for its class. It also has a live rear PTO that spins at 540 rpm, useful for running various farm tools. The L3000 weighs 2185 lb, making it lighter than many other tractors in its category.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | L3000 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 2000–2003 |
| Operating weight | 2,185lb(991.1 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | D1503 |
| Power | 32hp(23.86 kW) |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Displacement | 91.4ci(1.5 L) |
| Bore | 3.31in(84.07 mm) |
| Stroke | 3.58in(90.93 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Sliding gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 8 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Brakes | Wet disc |
| Cab | Open operator station with two-post ROPS |
Hydraulics
| Type | Open center |
|---|
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Live Rear PTO |
|---|---|
| PTO speed | 540rpm |
Dimensions
| Length | 105.1in(2,670 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 50.8in(1,290 mm) |
| Height | 83.1in(2,111 mm) |
| Operating weight | 2,185lb(991.1 kg) |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 1.58gal(5.98 L) |
|---|
Closest alternatives
L3000 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
The closest utility models to the Kubota L3000 by rated horsepower are the Kubota L3200 and the Kubota B3200. The Kubota L3200 matches it on rated power and weighs 240 lb more, at 76 lb per horsepower against 68 lb. It entered production in 2011, 11 years after the L3000. The Kubota B3200 matches it on rated power and weighs 420 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. It entered production in 2008, 8 years after the L3000.
| Spec | Kubota L3000 | Kubota L3200 | Kubota B3200 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 32 hp23.9 kW | 32 hp23.9 kW | 32 hp23.9 kW |
| Operating weight | 2,185 lb991 kg | 2,425 lb1,100 kg | 1,764 lb800 kg |
| Weight per hp | 68 lb/hp42 kg/kW | 76 lb/hp46 kg/kW | 55 lb/hp34 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 91.4 ci1.5 L | 91.4 ci1.5 L | 91.5 ci1.5 L |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Transmission | Sliding gear | Gear shift with dry disc clutch | Hydrostatic |
| Drive | 2WD | - | 4WD |
| Years built | 2000-2003 | 2011-2014 | 2008-2015 |
Calculators
Calculators for the L3000
PTO power
About 27 to 29 PTO hp
Estimated from the 32 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 32 hp tractor can run
The calculator sizes mowers, tillers, discs, plows and balers for this tractor.
Ballast
79 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 130 to 150 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
32 hp is 23.9 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
L3000 vs. Utility median
Kubota L3000 compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 32 hp | 55 hp | -42% | 24th |
| Engine Displacement | 91.4 ci | 183 ci | -50% | 18th |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 | -25% | 23rd |
| Forward Gears | 8 | 12 | -33% | 23rd |
| Operating Weight | 2,185 lb | 5,303 lb | -59% | 14th |
| Length | 105 in | 137 in | -23% | 12th |
| Width | 50.8 in | 66 in | -23% | 19th |
| Height | 83.1 in | 94.1 in | -12% | 30th |
| 3-Point Hitch Capacity | 1,985 lb | 3,197 lb | -38% | 22nd |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the utility tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 1,083–5,720 models).
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Gallery
Kubota L3000 photos
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What years was the Kubota L3000 manufactured?
Production of the Kubota L3000 ran from 2000 through 2003.
What three-point hitch category does the Kubota L3000 use?
The Kubota L3000 has a Category Category I three-point hitch rated to lift 1,985 lb.
How powerful is the Kubota L3000?
The Kubota L3000 has an engine power output of 32 hp. It is powered by a 3-cylinder engine displacing 91.4 ci.
What is the working weight of the Kubota L3000?
The operating weight of the Kubota L3000 is approximately 2,185 lb.
What type of transmission does the Kubota L3000 have?
The Kubota L3000 uses a Sliding gear transmission offering 8 forward gears.
What hydraulics does the Kubota L3000 have?
The Kubota L3000 uses an Open center hydraulic system.
What routine service does the Kubota L3000 need?
Regular maintenance for the Kubota L3000 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.