Kubota L4740 Compact Utility tractor Specs & Features

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Kubota L4740 Compact Utility tractor Technical Specifications

Kubota L4740 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 2007 – 2013.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Kubota L4740 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Kubota L4740 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Kubota
Type:	Compact Utility tractor
Original price:	$27,259 (2011)
The “semi-independent” mid PTO is linked with the rear PTO. Whenever the mid PTO is engaged, the rear PTO will also be engaged. The rear PTO can be run without the mid PTO.

Kubota L4740 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging amps:	45
	60 (cab)
Battery CCA:	582
Battery volts:	12

Kubota L4740 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Differential lock:

rear standard

Steering:

hydrostatic power steering

Brakes:

differential wet disc

Cab:

Two-post ROPS. Grand CAB on L4740HSTC

Transmissions:

hydrostatic

12-speed power shift

Capacity

Fuel:	14.3 gal 54.1 L
Hydraulic system:	11.4 gal 43.1 L
Front axle:	9.5 qts 9.0 L

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Capacity:	11.4 gal 43.1 L
Valves:	2 to 3
Pump flow:	9.8 gpm 37.1 lpm
Total flow:	14.7 gpm 55.6 lpm
Steering flow:	4.9 gpm 18.5 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	I
Rear lift (at ends):	3,860 lbs 1750 kg
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm):	2,756 lbs 1250 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540
Engine RPM:	540@2550
Mid PTO:	semi-independent (optional)
Mid RPM:	2000

Kubota L4740 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Kubota
diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	148.5 ci 2.4 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.4×4.0 inches 86 x 102 mm
Power:	47 hp 35.0 kW
Power (gross):	49 hp 36.5 kW
Rated RPM:	2700
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	8.7 qts 8.2 L
Coolant capacity:	8.7 qts 8.2 L

Kubota L4740 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Transmission:	HST Plus
Type:	hydrostatic
Gears:	infinite (3-range) forward and reverse
Oil capacity:	45.6 qts 43.2 L
Controlled by treadle foot pedal, cruise control standard with left-hand lever. Three range with Hydro Dual Speed, a high/low power shift controlled by left-hand lever. Auto Hydro Dual speed allows automatic control to match load. Stall Guard maintains engine RPMs by reducing speed under load. HST Response Control adjusts acceleration rates. Auto Throttle Advance links engine RPMs to transmission, so that the throttle increases when speed is increased.

Kubota L4740 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	74.6 inches 189 cm
Length:	123.8 inches 314 cm
Width:	66.5 inches 168 cm
Height:	100.6 inches 255 cm
Weight:	3,751 lbs 1701 kg (GST)
	4,001 lbs 1814 kg (HSTC)
Ground clearance:	14.6 inches 37 cm
Front tread:	51.2 inches 130 cm
Rear tread:	50.6 to 60.2 inches 128 to 152 cm

FAQ

Is Kubota L4740 a good tractor?

The Kubota L4740 is one of the great tractors in the Kubota stable, and it has earned Kubota a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Kubota L4740 take?

Check out the Kubota L4740 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year Kubota made the L4240

The Kubota L4740 was an agricultural tractor model made from 2007 – 2013