Kubota B1550

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Kubota B1550 is a compact utility tractor available in both two-wheel drive (B1550E) and four-wheel drive (B1550DT) variants. It was produced by Kubota from 1988 to 1997. This model boasts a three-cylinder liquid-cooled Kubota D850-5B diesel engine, offering a power output of 17 HP. The tractor features manual steering or an optional power steering, a gear transmission with six forward and two reverse gears, an internal-expanding brake system, and an open-operator station with two-post ROPS. It comes with a Category I three-point hitch with a lift capacity of 827 lbs. Typical tire configurations vary for the 2WD and 4WD models, accommodating different types of agricultural and lawn/turf applications. The operating weight ranges from 1224 lbs for the 2WD model to 1389 lbs for the 4WD model, making it a robust machine for a variety of tasks.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 17

Transmission: Gear shift with dry single plate type clutch

Operating Weight: 2WD: 1224, 4WD: 1389

Fuel Type: Diesel

Lift Capacity: 827 lbs

Kubota B1550 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Poor

Greater than 6% of similar tractors.

Hitch Capacity

Below Average

Greater than 18% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Average

Greater than 70% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: Kubota
Model: D850-5B
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Natural aspirated
Cylinders: 3
Displacement (ci): 52.2
Bore (in): 2.835
Stroke (in): 2.756
Rated RPM: 2600
Power Output (hp): 17

Transmission

Type: Gear shift with dry single plate type clutch
Forward Gears: 6
Reverse Gears: 2
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 101
Width (in): 43.3
Height (in): 74.8
Operating Weight (lb): 2WD: 1224, 4WD: 1389

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: Transmission
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): 540
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): 924
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type: -
Steering Type: Manual or power (option)
Coolant Capacity (qts): 3.06 US qt
Front Tire Diameter (in): -
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): -
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Ag: unspecified, Lawn/turf: unspecified
Manufacture - End Year: 1997
Hitch Type: Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category: Category I
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 827 lbs
Operator Station Type: Open with two-post ROPS
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Internal-expanding type
Hydraulic System Type: Open Center