The Kubota KL50 has a hydrostatic transmission, with Infinite forward and reverse, a top forward speed of 15.5 mph (24.9 km/h), and reverse speed of 8.5 mph (13.7 km/h). Service details captured: fluid Kubota Super UDT2.
Transmission typeHydrostatic
Gears / rangesInfinite forward and reverse
Forward speed15.5 mph (24.9 km/h)
Transmission fluidKubota Super UDT2
Kubota KL50 Transmission Specs
Transmission type
Hydrostatic
Gears / ranges / speeds
Infinite forward and reverse
Forward speed
15.5 mph (24.9 km/h)
Reverse speed
8.5 mph (13.7 km/h)
Transmission oil / fluid type
Kubota Super UDT2
Transmission Comparison Charts
Forward speed comparison
This model
15.5 mph
Average
13 mph
Low
5 mph
High
25 mph
Reverse speed comparison
This model
8.5 mph
Average
6 mph
Low
2.5 mph
High
12 mph
Kubota KL50 Transmission Notes
Transmission type note
For the Kubota KL50, start with the transmission type: Hydrostatic. That tells you whether the tractor is more range/gear focused or easier stop-start driving focused
Gears and range note
The Kubota KL50’s listed range/speed detail is Infinite forward and reverse. On hydrostatic tractors, this may describe ranges rather than old-school fixed gears
Forward / reverse speed note
For real use, the Kubota KL50’s speed specs are simple: 15.5 mph (24.9 km/h) forward and 8.5 mph (13.7 km/h) reverse
Fluid and service note
For service work, the captured transmission fluid type is Kubota Super UDT2. The oil capacity was not cleanly captured in this row
Buyer takeaway
If you are comparing tractors, judge the Kubota KL50 from Hydrostatic, Infinite forward and reverse, and 15.5 mph (24.9 km/h), not horsepower alone. Transmission setup decides how the tractor actually drives
What is the main transmission spec for the Kubota KL50?
The main captured transmission detail is Hydrostatic. In plain terms, it is better for easy speed control, mowing, loader work and stop-start property jobs.
How many gears or speeds does the Kubota KL50 have?
The Kubota KL50 gears/ranges line is listed as Infinite forward and reverse. Hydrostatic rows may describe ranges instead of fixed manual gears.
What is the Kubota KL50 forward and reverse speed?
Forward speed is listed as 15.5 mph (24.9 km/h), while reverse speed is listed as 8.5 mph (13.7 km/h).
Is the Kubota KL50 transmission fluid listed?
Yes, the captured fluid type is Kubota Super UDT2. Confirm the capacity in the operator manual before servicing.
What should I check before buying a used Kubota KL50?
Confirm the exact transmission type, test forward and reverse operation, check for fluid leaks, and verify any service history for the transmission or transaxle.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Tractor transmission specs can change by year, market, serial range, transaxle, trim and option package. Please check the operator manual, service manual, build sheet and official kubotausa.com website for official transmission information before servicing or buying parts.
