Kubota M8950 Utility tractor Specs & Features

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Kubota M8950 Utility tractor Technical Specifications

Kubota M8950 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1984 – 1993.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Kubota M8950 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 M8950 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Kubota
Type:	Utility tractor
Factory:	Japan

Kubota M8950 Power

Engine:
Engine (net):	96 hp 71.6 kW
PTO (claimed):	85 hp 63.4 kW
Drawbar (tested):	68.92 hp 51.4 kW
PTO (tested):	85.63 hp 63.9 kW

Kubota M8950 Electrical

Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	65 (with cab)
Battery volts:	12
Battery AH:	300

Kubota M8950 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Differential lock:

mechanical rear

Steering:

hydrostatic power

Brakes:

hydraulic wet disc

Cab:

Four-post ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning.

Transmission:

24-speed partial power shift

Capacity

Fuel:	31.7 gal 120.0 L
Hydraulic system:	14.8 gal 56.0 L

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Capacity:	14.8 gal 56.0 L
Pressure:	2630 psi 181.3 bar
Valves:	1 or 2
Total flow:	11 gpm 41.6 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II
Rear lift (at ends):	4848 lbs 2199 kg
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm):	4475 lbs 2029 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540/1000
Engine RPM:	540@2035 1000@2389

Kubota M8950 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Kubota V4300
turbocharged diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	261.9 ci 4.3 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.29×4.53 inches 109 x 115 mm
Air cleaner:	dual paper elements
Compression:	17:1
Rated RPM:	2400
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	16.4 qts 15.5 L
Coolant capacity:	15.6 qts 14.8 L

Kubota M8950 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	partial power shift
Gears:	24 forward and 8 reverse
Oil capacity:	59.2 qts 56.0 L
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (A-C, plus reverse) with high-low power shift. Synchronized shifting within range.

Kubota M8950 Dimensions

2WD Wheelbase:	95.9 inches 243 cm
4WD Wheelbase:	97.2 inches 246 cm
2WD Length:	158.2 inches 401 cm
4WD Length:	160.2 inches 406 cm
Width:	79.5 inches 201 cm
2WD Clearance (front axle):	21.9 inches 55 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle):	16.5 inches 41 cm
2WD Front tread:	59.8 to 79.5 inches 151 to 201 cm
4WD Front tread:	60.6 to 68.5 inches 153 to 173 cm
Rear tread:	59.8 to 79.5 inches 151 to 201 cm

Kubota M8950 Weight
2WD Shipping:	6,953 lbs 3153 kg
4WD Shipping:	7,726 lbs 3504 kg
Operating:	9,555 lbs 4334 kg (4WD cab)
Ballasted:	12,270 lbs 5565 kg

Kubota M8950 Height
2WD Steering wheel:	74 inches 187 cm
4WD Steering wheel:	74.8 inches 189 cm
2WD Exhaust:	101.6 inches 258 cm
4WD Exhaust:	102.4 inches 260 cm

Kubota M8950 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1557

Nebraska Tractor Test 1557
Diesel 24-speed 4WD March 26 – April 8, 1985 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1557 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	85.63 hp 63.9 kW
Fuel use:	5.3 gal/hour 20.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	68.92 hp 51.4 kW
Fuel use:	5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Max pull:	10,364 lbs 4701 kg

FAQ

Is Kubota M8950 a good tractor?

The Kubota M8950 is one of the great tractors in the Kubota stable, and it has earned Kubota a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Kubota M8950 take?

Check out the Kubota M8950 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 M7950

The Kubota M8950 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1984 – 1993