Kubota D902

Kubota D902The Kubota D902 is an 898 cc (54.8 cu·in) natural aspirated three-cylinders four-stroke liquid-cooled internal combustion vertical diesel engine, manufactured by Kubota for general-purpose applications.

A 72.0 mm (2.83 in) cylinder bore and 73.6 mm (2.9 in) piston stroke give the D902 engine a total of 898 cc of displacement. The compression ratio rating is 24.0:1.

The D902 engine produced 23.8 PS (17.5 kW; 23.5 HP) at 3,600 rpm of net (intermittent) horsepower, 25.2 PS (18.5 kW; 24.8 HP) at 3,600 rpm of gross (intermittent) horsepower and 54.4 Nm (5.55 kg·m; 40.15 ft·lb) at 2,400 rpm of torque.

The Kubota D902 features:

  • Spherical type combustion chamber
  • Bosch MD-type mini fuel injection pump
  • Bosch throttle type injection nozzle
  • Centrifugal ball mechanical governor
  • Forced lubrication by pump
  • Liquid cooling system
  • Electric starter (12V, 1.2 kW)
  • Charging alternator (12V, 480 W)

General information

Engine Specifications
Engine model D902-E2B, D902-E3B, D902-E
Engine type 4-stroke, vertical, three-cylinders
Displacement 898 cm3, (54.8 cu·in)
Max. horsepower Net (intermittent): 23.8 PS (17.5 kW; 23.5 HP) at 3,600 rpm
Gross (intermittent): 25.2 PS (18.5 kW; 24.8 HP) at 3,600 rpm
Max. torque 54.4 Nm (5.55 kg·m; 40.15 ft·lb) at 2,400 rpm
Cooling system Liquid-cooled
Lubricating system Forced lubrication by pump
Combustion chamber Spherical type (E-TVCS)
Fuel injection pump Bosch MD type mini pump
Injection nozzle Bosch throttle type
Fuel used Diesel fuel No.2-D
Starting system Electric starter (12V, 1.2 kW)
Starting support device Glow plug in combustion chamber
Governor Centrifugal ball mechanical governor
PTO shaft rotation Counterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
Dimensions (L x W X H) 467 x 421 x 544 mm (18.4 x 16.6 x 21.4 in)
Dry weight 72.0 kg (158.7 lbs)

Cylinder Block and Head

Cylinder block
Compression ratio: 24.0:1
Cylinder bore: 72.0 mm (2.83 in)
Piston stroke: 73.6 mm (2.9 in)
Cylinder internal diameter (standard): 72.000-72.019 mm (2.8346-2.8354 in)
Number of piston rings (compression / oil): 2/1
Connecting rod small end diameter (standard): 20.025-20.040 mm (0.7884-0.789 in)
Piston pin diameter: 20.002-20.040 mm (0.7875-0.789 in)
Side clearance (Second): 0.085-0.115 mm (0.0033-0.0045 in)
Side clearance (Oil): 0.020-0.060 mm (0.0008-0.0024 in)
Ring end gap (Top): 0.200-0.350 mm (0.0079-0.0138 in)
Ring end gap (Second): 0.350-0.500 mm (0.0138-0.0197 in)
Ring end gap (Oil): 0.200-0.350 mm (0.0079-0.0138 in)
Number of main bearings: 4
Crankshaft main journal diameter: 43.934-43.950 mm (1.72969-1.73032 in)
Crankpin journal diameter: 33.959-33.975 mm (1.337-1.3376 in)
Cylinder head
Valves: 2,(6 valves in total)
Valve timing (INTAKE): Open: 20° B.T.D.C.
Close: 45° B.T.D.C.
Valve timing (EXHAUST): Open: 50° B.T.D.C.
Close: 15° B.T.D.C.
Valve seat width (INTAKE): 2.120 mm (0.0835 in)
Valve seat width (EXHAUST): 2.120 mm (0.0835 in)
Value seat angle (INTAKE): 45°
Value seat angle (EXHAUST): 45°
Valveface angle (INTAKE): 45°
Valveface angle (EXHAUST): 45°
Valve steam diameter (INTAKE): 5.968-5.980 mm (0.2349-0.2354 in)
Valve steam diameter (EXHAUST): 5.968-5.980 mm (0.2349-0.2354 in)
Valve spring free length (INTAKE): 31.6 mm (1.2441 in)
Valve spring free length (EXHAUST): 31.6 mm (1.2441 in)
Tappet outer diameter: 17.966-17.984 mm (0.7073-0.7080 in)
Rocker arm shaft outer diameter: 10.473-10.484 mm (0.4123-0.4127 in)
Camshaft lobe height (INTAKE): 26.880 mm (1.0583 in)
Camshaft lobe height (EXHAUST): 26.880 mm (1.0583 in)
Camshaft journal diameter : 32.934-32.950 mm (1.2966-1.2972 in)

Tightening torque

Tightening torque specs
Head cover cap nuts (M6x1.0): 3.9-5.3 Nm (0.4-0.6 kgf-m, 2.9-4.3 lb-ft)
Head bolts (M8x1.25): 39.2-44.1 Nm (4.0-4.5 kgf-m, 28.9-32.5 lb-ft)
Main bearing case bolts 1 (M6x1.0): 12.7-15.7 Nm (1.3-1.6 kgf-m, 9.4-11.6 lb-ft)
Main bearing case screw 2 (M7x1.0): 26.5-30.4 Nm (2.7-3.1 kgf-m, 19.5-22.4 lb-ft)
Flywheel bolts (M10x1.25): 53.9-58.8 Nm (5.5-6.0 kgf-m, 39.8-43.4 lb-ft)
Connecting rod bolts (M7x0.75): 26.5-30.4 Nm (2.7-3.1 kgf-m, 19.5-22.4 lb-ft)
Rocker arm bracket nuts (M6x1.0): 9.81-11.28 Nm (1.0-1.15 kgf-m, 7.23-8.32 lb-ft)
Idle gear shaft bolts (M6x1.0): 9.8-11.3 Nm (1.00-1.15 kgf-m, 7.2-8.3 lb-ft)
Idle gear shaft screws (M6x1.0): 9.8-11.3 Nm (1.00-1.15 kgf-m, 7.2-8.3 lb-ft)
Glow plugs (M8x1.0): 7.8-14.7 Nm (0.8-1.5 kgf-m, 5.8-10.8 lb-ft)
Nozzle holder assembly (M20x1.5): 49.0-68.6 Nm (5.0-7.0 kgf-m, 36.2-50.6 lb-ft)
Nozzle holder and nozzle retaining nut: 58.8-78.5 Nm (6.0-8.0 kgf-m, 43.4-57.9 lb-ft)
Injection pipe retaining nuts: 24.5-34.3 Nm (2.5-3.5 kgf-m, 18.1-25.3 lb-ft)

Service Data

Engine
Maximum speed: 3,800 rpm
Idle speed: 900-1000 rpm
Cylinder compression: 36.0-41.0 kgf/cm2 (3.53-4.02 MPa, 512-583 psi)
Compression differential limit between cylinders: 10% or less
Valve clearance
Intake valve clearance: 0.145-0.185 mm (0.0057-0.0073 in)
Exhaust valve clearance: 0.145-0.185 mm (0.0057-0.0073 in)
Oil system
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication by pump
Oil type: API CD or CE
Oil capacity: 3.7 L (3.91 US. qt, 3.26 Imp. qt.)
Oil filter: Full flow paper filter (cartridge type)
Oil pressure: At idle spped: 98 kPa (1.0 kgf/cm2, 14 psi)
At rated speed: 196-441 kPa (2.0-4.5 kgf/cm2, 29-64 psi)
Fuel system
Fuel injection pump Bosch MD-type mini pump
Injection nozzle Bosch throttle type
Injection timing: D902-E3B (at 3,200 rpm): 17-19° B.T.D.C.
D902-E3B (at 3,600 rpm): 19-21° B.T.D.C.
D902-E3B (below 7ZZ999): 19-21° B.T.D.C.
D902-E3B (above 8A0001): 19.25-20.75° B.T.D.C.
D902-E: 20° B.T.D.C.
Fuel injection pressure 13.73-14.71 MPa (140-150 kgf/cm2, 1991-2133 psi)
Cooling system
Type: Pressurized radiator, forced circulation with water pump (not included in the basic engine)
Thermostat’s valve opening temperature: 69.5-72.5°C (157.1-162.5°F)
Temperature at which thermostat completely opens: 85°C (185°F)
Coolant capacity 3.2 L (3.4 US.qts, 2.8 Imp. qts)
Electrical system
Battery: 12V, 52AH or equivalent
Alternator stator resistance: Less than 1.0 Ω
Alternator rotor resistance: Less than 2.9 Ω
Alternator slip ring: 14.4 mm (0.567 in)
Alternator brush Length: 10.5 mm (0.413 in)
Alternator (no-load voltage): AC 20V at 5,200 rpm
Glow plug resistance: Approx 0.9 Ω
Author: Sergei Wers
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