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Kubota L285
The Kubota L285 is a utility tractor that was made from 1975 to 1981. It has a 2WD chassis and manual steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor uses a gear transmission with 8 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving the driver good control over speed and power. Under the hood, the L285 has a Kubota V1501A engine. This engine is diesel-powered and has 4 cylinders. It can produce 30 hp at 2400 rpm, which is below average power for tractors. The engine size is 90.7 ci, which is also on the smaller side. The tractor weighs 2230 lb, making it lighter than many other tractors. It has a three-point hitch at the back, which lets it connect to different tools. The L285 also has two PTO speeds: 695 rpm and 1164 rpm, useful for running various attachments.
ManufacturerKubotaPower30 hpEngine4-cylTransGear
Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Engine Power Output
- 30hp
- Operating Weight
- 2,230 lb
- Transmission
- Gear
At a glance
How the L285 compares
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Utility tractors
30 hp · 22nd
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The L285 ranks at the 22nd percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Kubota L285
The Kubota L285 is a utility tractor that was made from 1975 to 1981. It has a 2WD chassis and manual steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor uses a gear transmission with 8 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving the driver good control over speed and power. Under the hood, the L285 has a Kubota V1501A engine. This engine is diesel-powered and has 4 cylinders. It can produce 30 hp at 2400 rpm, which is below average power for tractors. The engine size is 90.7 ci, which is also on the smaller side. The tractor weighs 2230 lb, making it lighter than many other tractors. It has a three-point hitch at the back, which lets it connect to different tools. The L285 also has two PTO speeds: 695 rpm and 1164 rpm, useful for running various attachments.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | L285 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1975–1981 |
| Operating weight | 2,230lb |
Engine
| Make | Kubota |
|---|---|
| Model | V1501A |
| Power | 30hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 90.7ci |
| Bore | 2.99in |
| Stroke | 3.23in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 8 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Brakes | Wet disc |
| Cab | Open with two-post ROPS |
Hydraulics
| Type | Open center |
|---|
Power take-off
| PTO speed | 695rpm |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 118.1in |
|---|---|
| Width | 62.6in |
| Height | 55.1in |
| Operating weight | 2,230lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 1.85gal |
|---|
Head to head
L285 vs. Utility median
How the Kubota L285 compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 30 hp | 55 hp | -45% | 22nd |
| Engine Displacement | 90.7 ci | 183 ci | -50% | 16th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 8 | 12 | -33% | 23rd |
| Operating Weight | 2,230 lb | 5,303 lb | -58% | 14th |
| Length | 118 in | 137 in | -14% | 25th |
| Width | 62.6 in | 66 in | -5% | 42nd |
| Height | 55.1 in | 94.1 in | -41% | 6th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,933–5,720 models).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Kubota L285 manufactured?
Production of the Kubota L285 ran from 1975 through 1981.
How powerful is the Kubota L285?
The Kubota L285 has an engine power output of 30 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 90.7 ci.
What is the working weight of the Kubota L285?
The operating weight of the Kubota L285 is approximately 2,230 lb.
What type of transmission does the Kubota L285 have?
The Kubota L285 uses a Gear transmission offering 8 forward gears.
What hydraulics does the Kubota L285 have?
The Kubota L285 uses an Open center hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the Kubota L285 use?
The Kubota L285 has a Category I three-point hitch.
What routine service does the Kubota L285 need?
Regular maintenance for the Kubota L285 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.