Utility tractorsSpec sheet
Kubota STV32
The Kubota STV32 is a compact utility tractor built from 2006 to 2014. It's a 4-wheel drive machine with power steering, making it easy to handle in tight spaces. This tractor has a hydrostatic transmission, which means you can change speeds smoothly without shifting gears. It has infinite forward and reverse speeds in three ranges, giving you lots of control. Under the hood, the STV32 has a Kubota D1503M diesel engine with three cylinders. The engine is liquid-cooled and puts out 32.3 horsepower, which is about average for its size. It has a high rated RPM of 2700, allowing for good performance. The tractor is small and light, measuring 105.5 inches long, 48 inches wide, and 92.5 inches tall. It weighs 2150 pounds, making it easy to move around. The STV32 has a rear hitch and a roll-over protection system (ROPS) for safety. It's a good choice for farmers who need a compact, versatile tractor for various tasks.
ManufacturerKubotaPower32.3 hp(24.1 kW)Class25–40 HP tractors →Engine3-cylinderTransmissionHydrostatic
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Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 32hp
- Operating weight
- 2,150 lb
- Transmission
- Hydrostatic
Category comparison
STV32 compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
32.3 hp · 25th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The STV32 ranks at the 25th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Kubota STV32
The Kubota STV32 is a compact utility tractor built from 2006 to 2014. It's a 4-wheel drive machine with power steering, making it easy to handle in tight spaces. This tractor has a hydrostatic transmission, which means you can change speeds smoothly without shifting gears. It has infinite forward and reverse speeds in three ranges, giving you lots of control. Under the hood, the STV32 has a Kubota D1503M diesel engine with three cylinders. The engine is liquid-cooled and puts out 32.3 horsepower, which is about average for its size. It has a high rated RPM of 2700, allowing for good performance. The tractor is small and light, measuring 105.5 inches long, 48 inches wide, and 92.5 inches tall. It weighs 2150 pounds, making it easy to move around. The STV32 has a rear hitch and a roll-over protection system (ROPS) for safety. It's a good choice for farmers who need a compact, versatile tractor for various tasks.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | STV32 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Years built | 2006–2014 |
| Operating weight | 2,150lb(975.2 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | D1503M |
| Power | 32.3hp(24.09 kW) |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Displacement | 91.5ci(1.5 L) |
| Bore | 3.27in(83.01 mm) |
| Stroke | 3.64in(92.41 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Hydrostatic |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Cab | ROPS |
Dimensions
| Length | 105.5in(2,680 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 48in(1,219 mm) |
| Height | 92.5in(2,350 mm) |
| Operating weight | 2,150lb(975.2 kg) |
Closest alternatives
STV32 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
Among utility tractors, the John Deere 4300 and the CaseIH Farmall 30C are closest to the Kubota STV32 in rated horsepower. The John Deere 4300 matches it on rated power and weighs 850 lb more, so it carries more weight per horsepower, which helps traction in draft work. It entered production in 1998, 8 years before the STV32. The CaseIH Farmall 30C matches it on rated power and weighs 1,070 lb more, at 100 lb per horsepower against 67 lb. Of the 3 models, the STV32 has the lowest weight per horsepower at 67 lb per hp.
| Spec | Kubota STV32 | John Deere 4300 | CaseIH Farmall 30C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 32.3 hp24.1 kW | 32.2 hp24 kW | 32.2 hp24 kW |
| Operating weight | 2,150 lb975 kg | 3,000 lb1,361 kg | 3,218 lb1,460 kg |
| Weight per hp | 67 lb/hp40 kg/kW | 93 lb/hp57 kg/kW | 100 lb/hp61 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 91.5 ci1.5 L | 91.3 ci1.5 L | 91.3 ci1.5 L |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | - | Synchronized Shuttle |
| Drive | 4WD | - | MFWD 4WD |
| Years built | 2006-2014 | 1998-2003 | - |
Calculators
Calculators for the STV32
PTO power
About 27 to 29 PTO hp
Estimated from the 32.3 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 32.3 hp tractor can run
The calculator sizes mowers, tillers, discs, plows and balers for this tractor.
Ballast
77 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 120 to 135 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
32.3 hp is 24.1 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
STV32 vs. Utility median
Kubota STV32 compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 32.3 hp | 55 hp | -41% | 25th |
| Engine Displacement | 91.5 ci | 183 ci | -50% | 20th |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 | -25% | 23rd |
| Operating Weight | 2,150 lb | 5,303 lb | -59% | 13th |
| Length | 106 in | 137 in | -23% | 12th |
| Width | 48 in | 66 in | -27% | 14th |
| Height | 92.5 in | 94.1 in | -2% | 46th |
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 STV32 manufactured?
Production of the Kubota STV32 ran from 2006 through 2014.
What is the working weight of the Kubota STV32?
The operating weight of the Kubota STV32 is approximately 2,150 lb.
What type of transmission does the Kubota STV32 have?
The Kubota STV32 uses a Hydrostatic transmission.
What hitch category is the Kubota STV32?
The Kubota STV32 uses a Category Category 3 hitch.
How powerful is the Kubota STV32?
The Kubota STV32 has an engine power output of 32.3 hp. It is powered by a 3-cylinder engine displacing 91.5 ci.
What routine service does the Kubota STV32 need?
Regular maintenance for the Kubota STV32 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.