Kubota BX1500 tractor specs and service data

The Kubota BX1500 is a sub-compact utility tractor model from the BX series, manufactured from 2003 to 2005 by Kubota. It was available in four-wheel drive (4WD) version.

The Kubota BX1500 is equipped with a 599 cc (36.6 cu·in) two-cylinder diesel engine with 72.0 mm (2.83 in) of the cylinder bore and 73.6 mm (2.9 in) of the piston stroke, and a hydrostatic transmission with infinite (2-range) forward and reverse gears.

The Kubota BX1500 sub-compact utility tractor features:

The Kubota Z602-E diesel engine which produces 15.2 PS (11.2 kW; 15 HP) of gross horsepower
Hydrostatic power steering
Wet disc type brakes
Open operator station with two-post ROPS
Category I rear hitch with 550 kg (1,213 lbs) of maximum lift capacity
Front PTO with 2,500 rpm (optional)
Independent mid PTO with 2,500 rpm
Independent rear PTO with 540 rpm and hydraulic clutch

General specifications

General Specifications
Model	Kubota BX1500
Tractor type	Sub-compact utility tractor
Production years	2003-2005
Factory
Dimensions and weight
Length	1,905 mm (75.0 in)
Width	1,145 mm (45.1 in)
Height	ROPS: 1,765 mm (69.5 in) Steering wheel: 1,175 mm (46.3 in)
Wheelbase	1,340 mm (52.8 in)
Ground clearance (min)	142 mm (5.6 in)
Weight	550 kg (1,213 lbs)
Fuel capacity
Fuel tank capacity	17.0 liters (4.5 US gal.; 3.7 Imp. gal)

Engine

Engine
Engine model	Kubota Z602-E
Engine type	4-stroke, vertical, two-cylinders
Displacement	599 cm³, (36.5 cu·in)
Cylinder bore:	72.0 mm (2.83 in)
Piston stroke:	73.6 mm (2.9 in)
Compression ratio:	24.0:1
Max. horsepower (gorss)	15.2 PS (11.2 kW; 15.0 HP)
Max. torque	–
Emission type	EPA/CARB Tier 1 level
Cooling system	Liquid-cooled
Lubricating system	Forced lubrication by pump
Combustion chamber	Spherical type (E-TVCS)
Fuel injection pump	Bosch MD type mini pump
Injection type	Indirect injection
Injection nozzle	Bosch throttle type
Fuel used	Diesel fuel No.2-D
Starting system	Electric starter (12V, 1.0 kW)
Starting support device	Glow plug in combustion chamber
Governor	Centrifugal ball mechanical governor
PTO shaft rotation	Counterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
Dimensions (L x W X H)	385 x 421 x 544 mm (15.16 x 16.57 x 21.42 in)
Dry weight	57.0 kg (125.7 lbs)
Cylinder compression
Compression pressure:	36.0-41.0 kgf/cm² (3.53-4.02 MPa, 512-583 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 CD or CE
Oil capacity:	1.9 liters (2.00 US.qts, 1.67 Imp. qts)
Oil filter:	Full flow paper filter (cartridge type)
Oil pressure:	At idle spped: 98 kPa (1.0 kgf/cm², 14 psi) At rated speed: 196-441 kPa (2.0-4.5 kgf/cm², 29-64 psi)
Fuel system
Fuel injection pump	Bosch MD-type mini pump
Injection nozzle	Bosch throttle type
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 (not included in the basic engine)
Thermostat’s valve opening temperature:	69.5-72.5°C (157.1-162.5°F)
Temperature at which thermostat completely opens:	85°C (185°F)
Coolant capacity:	2.8 liters (3.0 US.qts, 2.5 Imp. qts)

Transmission and chassis

Chassis, steering and brakes
Chassis	4×4 MFWD 4WD
Steering type	Hydrostatic power
Brakes	Wet disc type
Transmission
Transmission manufacturer or model	HST
Transmission type	Hydrostatic type (High-Low shift)
Gears	Infinite (2-range) forward and reverse

Tires

Tires
Front tires	Ag/Lawn/turf: 16×7.50-8
Rear tires	Ag/Lawn/turf: 24×12-12

Rear Hitch

Three-Point Hitch
Category	I
Control type	Directional control, auto-return lever system
Lift capacity (at ends)	550 kg (1,210 lbs)

PTO (Power take-off shaft)

PTO
Front PTO type	Optional
Front PTO speed	2,500 rpm
Middle PTO type	Independent
Middle PTO speed	2,500 rpm
Rear PTO type	Independent with hydraulic clutch
Rear PTO speed	540 rpm

Electrical system

Electrical system
Ground	Negative
Charging system	–
Charging amps	–
Battery	12V, CCA 435A

Hydraulic system

Hydraulic system
Hydraulic type	Open center
Valves	1
Total flow	5.5 gpm (20.8 lpm)

Attachments

Kubota RCK48-15BX: 48″ mid-mount mower deck with 3-blade
Cutting width	1,210 mm (48 in)
Belt	Shaft-drive
Weight	93 kg (207 lbs)
Overall width	1,540 mm (61 in)
Cut height	20-100 mm (1-4 in)
Cut positions	7
Kubota RCK54-15BX: 54″ mid-mount mower deck with 3-blade
Cutting width	1,370 mm (54 in)
Belt	Shaft-drive
Weight	102 kg (227 lbs)
Overall width	1,700 mm (67 in)
Cut height	20-120 mm (1-5 in)
Cut positions	10
Kubota TG2754 front-mount 54″ blade with hydraulic lift and manual-angle
Width	1,370 mm (54 in)
Height	430 mm (17.0 in)
Lift height	190 mm (7.5 in)
Cut depth	60 mm (2.75 in)
Weight	74 kg (165 lbs)
Lift type	Hydraulic
Angle type	Manual
Kubota BX2750A: front-mount 50″ dual-stage snow blower with hydraulic lift
Clearing width	1,270 mm (50 in)
Clearing height	260 mm (10.5 in)
Weight	95 kg (210 lbs)
Kubota LA181 loader
Height (to pin)	1,780 mm (70.1 in)
Clearance, dumped bucket	1,330 mm (52.4 in)
Dump reach	740 mm (29.3 in)
Dump angle	45°
Rollback angle	25°
Breakout force (lift)	350 kg (772 lbs)
Lift to full height (at pin)	180 kg (398 lbs)
Bucket width	1,210 mm (48 in)
Raise time to height	2.7 s
Lowering time	2.4 s

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