Kubota L1501 tractor specs and service data

The Kubota L1501 is a sub-compact utility tractor model from the L01-series, manufactured from 1975 to 1978 by Kubota in Japan. This tarctor was available in two-wheel drive (2WD) or four-wheel drive (4WD) version.

The Kubota L1501 is equipped with a 743 cc (45.3 cu·in) two-cylinder diesel engine with 76.0 mm (2.99 in) of the cylinder bore and 82.0 mm (3.23 in) of the piston stroke, and a unsynchronized gear transmission with 16 forward and 4 reverse gears.

The Kubota L1501 sub-compact utility tractor features:

The Kubota Z751 diesel engine which produces 15.2 PS (11.2 kW; 15.0 HP) of PTO output power.
Manual steering
Independent mechanical brakes
Open operator station
Category I rear hitch
Rear PTO with 540 rpm

General specifications

General Specifications
Model	Kubota L1501
Tractor type	Sub-compact utility tractor
Production years	1975-1978
Factory	Japan
Dimensions and weight
Length	2,300 mm (90.6 in)
Width	1,100 mm (43.3 in)
Height	1,270 mm (50 in)
Wheel base	1,380 mm (54.3 in)
Weight	700 kg (1,543 lbs)
Fuel capacity
Fuel tank capacity	19.0 liters (5 US gal.; 4.2 Imp. gal)

Engine

Engine
Engine model	Kubota Z751A
Engine type	4-stroke, vertical, two-cylinders
Displacement	743 cm³, (45.3 cu·in)
Cylinder bore:	76.0 mm (2.99 in)
Piston stroke:	82.0 mm (3.23 in)
Compression ratio:	21.0:1
Max. horsepower (PTO)	15.2 PS (11.2 kW; 15.0 HP) at 2,800 rpm
Max. torque	–
Cooling system	Liquid-cooled
Lubricating system	Forced lubrication by pump
Combustion chamber	–
Fuel system	Fuel injection pump
Injection type	Indirect injection
Fuel used	Diesel fuel No.2-D
Starting system	Electric starter
Governor	Centrifugal ball mechanical governor
PTO shaft rotation	Counterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
Valve clearance
Intake valve clearance:	0.18-0.22 mm (0.0071-0.0087 in)
Exhaust valve clearance:	0.18-0.22 mm (0.0071-0.0087 in)
Oil system
Lubrication system:	Forced lubrication
Oil type:	DS or DM
Recommended oil:	SAE 80
Oil capacity:	3.8 liters (4 US. qt, 3.3 Imp. qt.)
Fuel system
Injection timing:	25° 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
Coolant capacity:	5.3 liters (5.6 US.qts, 4.7 Imp. qts)

Transmission and chassis

Chassis, steering and brakes
Chassis	4×2 2WD (L1501) or 4×4 MFWD 4WD (L1501DT)
Steering type	Manual
Brakes	Independent mechanical
Transmission
Transmission manufacturer or model	–
Transmission type	Unsynchronized gear
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse

Tires

Tires
Front tires	Ag:: 4.00×12
Rear tires	Ag:: 8.30×22

Rear Hitch

Three-Point Hitch
Category	I
Control type	Feedback rod
Lift capacity (at ends)	–

PTO (Power take-off shaft)

PTO
Rear PTO type	–
Rear PTO speed	540 rpm

Electrical system

Electrical system
Ground	Negative
Charging system	Alternator
Charging amps	10A
Battery	12V, 65 Ah

Hydraulic system

Hydraulic system
Hydraulic type	Open center with gear pump
Pressure	2130 psi (146.9 bar)

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