Utility tractorsSpec sheet
Kubota MD97
The Kubota MD97 is a powerful utility tractor that was made from 1995 to 2001. It has a strong 4-cylinder diesel engine that puts out 95.7 horsepower. This engine power is above average compared to other tractors. The MD97 has a 4-wheel drive system, which helps it work well in tough conditions. This tractor is big and sturdy, weighing 7,694 pounds. It's about 13 feet long, 6.5 feet wide, and 8.5 feet tall. The MD97 has a 16-speed transmission with forward and reverse gears, including a creeper gear for slow work. It uses standard agricultural tires and has a category II hitch for attaching tools. The engine is liquid-cooled and starts with an electric starter, making it easy to use in different weather.
ManufacturerKubotaPower95.7 hp(71.4 kW)Class60–100 HP tractors →Engine4-cylinderTransmissionPartial power shift, Creeper
Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 96hp
- Operating weight
- 7,694 lb
- Transmission
- Partial power shift, Creeper
Category comparison
MD97 compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
95.7 hp · 81st
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The MD97 ranks at the 81st percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Kubota MD97
The Kubota MD97 is a powerful utility tractor that was made from 1995 to 2001. It has a strong 4-cylinder diesel engine that puts out 95.7 horsepower. This engine power is above average compared to other tractors. The MD97 has a 4-wheel drive system, which helps it work well in tough conditions. This tractor is big and sturdy, weighing 7,694 pounds. It's about 13 feet long, 6.5 feet wide, and 8.5 feet tall. The MD97 has a 16-speed transmission with forward and reverse gears, including a creeper gear for slow work. It uses standard agricultural tires and has a category II hitch for attaching tools. The engine is liquid-cooled and starts with an electric starter, making it easy to use in different weather.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | MD97 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Years built | 1995–2001 |
| Operating weight | 7,694lb(3,490 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | V4702 |
| Power | 95.7hp(71.36 kW) |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 284.7ci(4.67 L) |
| Bore | 4.29in(109 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.92in(125 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Partial power shift, Creeper |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 16 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
Dimensions
| Length | 159.5in(4,051 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 78in(1,981 mm) |
| Height | 104.3in(2,649 mm) |
| Operating weight | 7,694lb(3,490 kg) |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 3.96gal(14.99 L) |
|---|
Closest alternatives
MD97 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
Among utility tractors, the Kubota MR97 and the John Deere 6230 are closest to the Kubota MD97 in rated horsepower. The Kubota MR97 matches it on rated power and weighs 330 lb less. It entered production in 2015, 20 years after the MD97. The John Deere 6230 matches it on rated power and weighs 2,990 lb more, so it carries more weight per horsepower, which helps traction in draft work. It entered production in 2007, 12 years after the MD97.
| Spec | Kubota MD97 | Kubota MR97 | John Deere 6230 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 95.7 hp71.4 kW | 95.6 hp71.3 kW | 95.9 hp71.5 kW |
| Operating weight | 7,694 lb3,490 kg | 7,363 lb3,340 kg | 10,680 lb4,844 kg |
| Weight per hp | 80 lb/hp49 kg/kW | 77 lb/hp47 kg/kW | 111 lb/hp68 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 284.7 ci4.67 L | 230 ci3.77 L | 276 ci4.52 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Transmission | Partial power shift, Creeper | - | PowrQuad Plus (16 speeds) |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD | - |
| Years built | 1995-2001 | 2015+ | 2007-2012 |
Calculators
Calculators for the MD97
PTO power
About 79 to 86 PTO hp
Estimated from the 95.7 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 95.7 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 11.5 ft rotary cutter or a 9.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
93 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 120 to 135 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
95.7 hp is 71.4 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
MD97 vs. Utility median
Kubota MD97 compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 95.7 hp | 55 hp | +74% | 81st |
| Engine Displacement | 285 ci | 183 ci | +55% | 83rd |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 12 | +33% | 73rd |
| Operating Weight | 7,694 lb | 5,303 lb | +45% | 73rd |
| Length | 160 in | 137 in | +17% | 77th |
| Width | 78 in | 66 in | +18% | 78th |
| Height | 104 in | 94.1 in | +11% | 76th |
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
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What years was the Kubota MD97 manufactured?
Production of the Kubota MD97 ran from 1995 through 2001.
What type of transmission does the Kubota MD97 have?
The Kubota MD97 uses a Partial power shift, Creeper transmission offering 16 forward gears.
What three-point hitch category does the Kubota MD97 use?
The Kubota MD97 has a Category II three-point hitch.
How powerful is the Kubota MD97?
The Kubota MD97 has an engine power output of 95.7 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 284.7 ci.
What is the working weight of the Kubota MD97?
The operating weight of the Kubota MD97 is approximately 7,694 lb.
What routine service does the Kubota MD97 need?
Regular maintenance for the Kubota MD97 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.