Kubota M8970

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Kubota M8970 is a powerful utility tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong 4-cylinder diesel engine made by Kubota. This engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, giving it extra power. The M8970 can produce 104.5 horsepower, which is very high for its class. It also has good torque, making it great for pulling heavy loads.

This tractor is designed for comfort and ease of use. It has four-wheel drive and hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control in different conditions. The M8970 is quite big, measuring 160.2 inches long, 80.7 inches wide, and 115 inches tall. It weighs 7,716 pounds, which is above average for utility tractors. The tractor has a Category II hitch at the rear, useful for attaching various farm tools. Kubota is known for making reliable tractors, and the M8970 continues this tradition with its sturdy build and powerful performance.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 104 hp (77.9 kW)

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 7716 lb (3500 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Kubota M8970 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Kubota M8970 is Above Average. It is greater than 85% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.7K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Kubota M8970 is Above Average. It is greater than 75% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.4K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Kubota M8970 is Above Average. It is greater than 75% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Kubota M8970 is Average. It is greater than 51% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Kubota
Model
V4300-T-A
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
4
Displacement
262 ci (4.3 L)
Bore
4.30 in (109.2 mm)
Stroke
4.50 in (114.3 mm)
Rated RPM
2400
Power Output
104 hp (77.9 kW)

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type
4WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power