Kubota
M8970
Farm tractor · 1990–1998 · 104 hp
KubotaM8970
The Kubota M8970 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1990 to 1998. It features a Kubota V4300-T-A engine, and four-post steering. It weighs 7,716 lbs (3,499 kg).
Engine
| Engine | Kubota V4300-T-A |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Turbocharger Status | turbocharged diesel |
| Displacement | 261.9 ci (4.3 L) |
| Bore | 4.3 in (109 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Power Gross | 104.5 hp (77.9 kW) |
| Power Net | 97 hp (72.3 kW) |
| Power PTO | 85 hp (63.4 kW) |
| Torque Peak | 248.2 lb-ft (336.6 Nm) |
| Torque Peak | 1,200 RPM |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Starter Type | electric |
| Oil Capacity | 16.3 qts (15.4 L) |
| Coolant Capacity | 15.4 qts (14.6 L) |
| Manufacturer | Kubota |
| Rated | 2,400 RPM |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|
Hydraulics
| Pump Flow | 16.3 gpm (61.7 lpm) |
|---|---|
| Pressure | 2,630 psi (181.3 bar) |
PTO
| Rear Type | independent |
|---|---|
| Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
Hitch
| Rear Type | II |
|---|---|
| Rear Lift | 5,952 lbs (2,699 kg) |
| Hitch Control | position and draft control |
Dimensions
| Length | 160.2 in (406 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 80.7 in (204 cm) |
| Height | 115 in (292 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 97.2 in (246 cm) |
| Ground Clearance | 16.5 in (41 cm) |
| Front Tread | 64.6 in (164 cm) |
| Rear Tread | 62.2 in (157 cm) |
Weight
| Weight | 7,716 lbs (3,499 kg) |
|---|
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 12.4-24 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 18.4-34 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 31.7 gal (120 L) |
|---|
Steering
| Type | four-post |
|---|
Cab
| Cab | optional |
|---|
Compatible Implements
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bush Hog BH114 | Rotary Cutters | 44" | 15 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1242 | Rotary Cutters | 42" | 18 hp |
| Bush Hog BH115 | Rotary Cutters | 56" | 20 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-142 | Rotary Cutters | 42" | 20 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-242 | Rotary Cutters | 42" | 20 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1548 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 20 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1248 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 20 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2072 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 20 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1872 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 20 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1860 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 20 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2060 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 20 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1260 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 20 hp |
| Bush Hog BH116 | Rotary Cutters | 68" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 25 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-248 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-148 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-160 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-260 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-360 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2772 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-172 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCD1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310-2 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-372 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 40 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2696 | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 40 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2084 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 45 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 3 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 50 hp |
| BEFCO RHD-472 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 50 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310 variant 3 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 55 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3672 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 60 hp |
| Bush Hog BH410 variant 1 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2784 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 60 hp |
| BEFCO RHD-484 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 60 hp |
| Bush Hog BH410 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 70 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3684 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 70 hp |
| Land Pride DBM2660 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 75 hp |
| Land Pride DB2660 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 75 hp |
Confirmed compatible on PTO HP and 3-point hitch category. Verify with your dealer before purchasing.