Kubota D950-B

Kubota D950-BThe Kubota D950-B is a 927 cc, (56.6 cu·in) natural aspirated three-cylinders four-stroke liquid-cooled internal combustion vertical diesel engine, manufactured by Kubota for general-purpose applications.

Cylinder bore and piston stroke are 75.0 mm (2.95 in) and 70.0 mm (2.76 in), respectively. Compression ratio rating is 22.0:1.

The D950-B engine produced 19.7 PS (14.5 kW; 19.5 HP) at 3,000 rpm of net (intermittent) horsepower, 21.8 PS (16.0 kW; 21.5 HP) at 3,000 rpm of gross (intermittent) horsepower and 55.6 N·m (5.7 kg·m, 41 ft·lb) at 1,800 rpm of maximum torque.

The Kubota D950-B features:

  • Spherical type combustion chamber
  • Bosch K-type mini fuel injection pump
  • Bosch throttle type injection nozzle
  • Centrifugal ball mechanical governor
  • Forced lubrication by pump lubrication system
  • Liquid cooling system
  • Electric starter (12V, 0.8 kW)

General information

Engine Specifications
Engine modelD950-B
Engine type4-stroke, vertical, three-cylinders
Displacement927 cm3, (56.6 cu·in)
Max. horsepower Net (continuous): 17.3 PS (12.7 KW; 17.0 HP) at 3,000 rpm
Net (intermittent): 19.7 PS (14.5 kW; 19.5 HP) at 3,000 rpm
Gross (intermittent): 21.8 PS (16.0 kW; 21.5 HP) at 3,000 rpm
Max. torque55.6 N·m (5.7 kg·m, 41 ft·lb) at 1,800 rpm
Cooling systemLiquid-cooled
Lubricating systemForced lubrication by pump
Combustion chamberSpherical type
Fuel injection pumpBosch K Type Mini Pump
Injection typeIndirect injection
Injection nozzleBosch throttle type
Firing order1-2-3
Fuel usedDiesel fuel No.2-D
Starting systemElectric starter (12V, 0.8 kW)
Starting support deviceGlow plug in combustion chamber
GovernorCentrifugal ball mechanical governor
PTO shaft rotationCounterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
Dimensions (L x W X H)480 x 423 x 566 mm (18.9 x 16.7 x 22.3 in)
Dry weight83.1 kg (183.2 lbs)

Cylinder Block and Head

Cylinder block
Compression ratio:22.0:1
Cylinder bore:75.0 mm (2.95 in)
Piston stroke:70.0 mm (2.76 in)
Cylinder internal diameter (standard):75.000-75.019 mm (2.9528-2.9535 in)
Number of piston rings (compression / oil):2/1
Connecting rod small end diameter (standard):20.000-20.013 mm (0.7874-0.7879 in)
Piston pin diameter:20.002-20.011 mm (0.7875-0.7878 in)
Side clearance (Second):0.085-0.112 mm (0.0033-0.0044 in)
Side clearance (Oil):0.020-0.055 mm (0.0008-0.0022 in)
Ring end gap (Top):0.200-0.350 mm (0.0079-0.0138 in)
Ring end gap (Second):0.300-0.450 mm (0.0118-0.0177 in)
Ring end gap (Oil):0.250-0.400 mm (0.0098-0.0157 in)
Ring width (Second):1.458-1.470 mm (0.0574-0.0579 in)
Ring width (Oil):3.975-3.990 mm (0.1565-0.1571 in)
Number of main bearings:4
Crankshaft main journal diameter:43.934-43.950 mm (1.7297-1.7303 in)
Crankpin journal diameter:36.959-36.975 mm (1.4551-1.4557 in)
Cylinder head
Valves:2,(6 valves in total)
Valve timing (INTAKE): Open: 20° Before T.D.C.
Close: 45° After B.D.C.
Valve timing (EXHAUST): Open: 50° Before B.D.C.
Close: 15° After 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):45.5°
Valveface angle (EXHAUST):45.5°
Valve steam diameter (INTAKE):6.960-6.975 mm (0.274-0.2746 in)
Valve steam diameter (EXHAUST):6.960-6.975 mm (0.274-0.2746 in)
Valve spring free length (INTAKE):35.100-34.800 mm (1.3819-1.3701 in)
Valve spring free length (EXHAUST):35.100-34.800 mm (1.3819-1.3701 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 (M7x1.0):6.9-8.8 Nm (0.7-0.9 kgf-m, 5.1-6.5 lb-ft)
Head screws and nuts (M9x1.25):64.7-69.6 Nm (6.6-7.1 kgf-m, 47.7-51.4 lb-ft)
Main bearing case screw 1 (M7x1.0): Flange bolts 26.5-30.4 Nm (2.7-3.1 kgf-m, 19.5-22.4 lb-ft)
Non-flange bolt 19.6-23.5 Nm (2.0-2.4 kgf-m, 14.5-17.4 lb-ft)
Main bearing case screw 2 (M8x1.25):29.4-34.3 Nm (3.0-3.5 kgf-m, 21.7-25.3 lb-ft)
Flywheel screw (M10x1.25): Flange bolts 58.8-63.7 Nm (6.0-6.5 kgf-m, 43.4-47.0 lb-ft)
Non-flange bolt 53.9-58.8 Nm (5.5-6.0 kgf-m, 39.8-43.4 lb-ft)
Connecting rod screw (M7x0.75):26.5-30.4 Nm (2.7-3.1 kgf-m, 19.5-22.4 lb-ft)
Rocker arm bracket nuts (M7x1.0):16.7-20.6 Nm (1.7-2.1 kgf-m, 12.3-5.2 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)
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 (M10x1.25):19.6-24.5 Nm (2.0-2.5 kgf-m, 14.5-18.1 lb-ft)
Drain plug (M11x1.25):39.2-49.0 Nm (4.0-5.0 kgf-m, 28.9-36.2 lb-ft)
Nozzle holder assembly (M24x2.0):29.4-49.0 Nm (3.0-5.0 kgf-m, 21.7-36.2 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)
Nozzle holder mounting screw (M24x2.0):39.2-49.0 Nm (4.0-5.0 kgf-m, 28.9-36.2 lb-ft)
Crankshaft nut (M24x1.5):137.3-156.9 Nm (14.0-16.0 kgf-m, 101.3-115.7 lb-ft)

Service Data

Engine
Maximum speed:3,200 rpm
Idle speed:800 rpm
Cylinder compression:31.5 kgf/cm2 (3.09 MPa, 448 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 CC or better
Oil capacity:4.6 L (4.86 US. qt, 4.05 Imp. qt.)
Oil filter:Full flow paper filter (cartridge type)
Oil pressure: At idle spped: 68 kPa (0.7 kgf/cm2, 10 psi)
At rated speed: 196-441 kPa (2.0-4.5 kgf/cm2, 29-64 psi)
Fuel system
Fuel injection pumpBosch K Type Mini Pump
Injection nozzleBosch throttle Type
Injection timing:20° B.T.D.C.
Fuel injection pressure13.73-14.71 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:80.5-83.5°C (176.9-182.3°F)
Temperature at which thermostat completely opens:95°C (203°F)
Coolant capacity4.6 L (4.9 US. qt, 4.0 Imp. qt.)
Electrical system
Battery:12V, 65AH or equivalent
Starter mica undercut:0.5-0.8 mm (0.0197-0.0315 in)
Starter brush length:16.0 mm (0.6299 in)
Alternator (no-load voltage):AC 20V
Glow plug resistance:1.0-1.2 Ω
Author: Sergei Wers
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