The Kubota KT255 has a hydrostatic transmission, with a top forward speed of 16.8 mph (27 km/h) and reverse speed of 16.8 mph (27 km/h). Service details captured: oil capacity 32.8 qt (31 L).
Transmission typeHydrostatic
Forward speed16.8 mph (27 km/h)
Kubota KT255 Transmission Specs
Transmission type
Hydrostatic
Forward speed
16.8 mph (27 km/h)
Reverse speed
16.8 mph (27 km/h)
Transmission oil capacity
32.8 qt (31 L)
Transmission Comparison Charts
Forward speed comparison
This model
16.8 mph
Average
13 mph
Low
5 mph
High
25 mph
Reverse speed comparison
This model
16.8 mph
Average
6 mph
Low
2.5 mph
High
12 mph
Transmission oil capacity comparison
This model
32.8 qt
Average
28 qt
Low
4 qt
High
70 qt
Kubota KT255 Transmission Notes
Transmission type note
The key drivetrain answer for the Kubota KT255 is Hydrostatic. That matters first because transmission type changes how the tractor feels more than a small horsepower difference
Forward / reverse speed note
For real use, the Kubota KT255’s speed specs are simple: 16.8 mph (27 km/h) forward and 16.8 mph (27 km/h) reverse
Fluid and service note
For service work, the captured transmission oil capacity is 32.8 qt (31 L). Confirm the approved fluid type before servicing
Buyer takeaway
If you are comparing tractors, judge the Kubota KT255 from Hydrostatic and 16.8 mph (27 km/h), not horsepower alone. Transmission setup decides how the tractor actually drives
The clean captured transmission type for the Kubota KT255 is Hydrostatic. Use that as the first answer, then check gears/ranges and travel speed.
Does every Kubota KT255 transmission have a gear count?
No. Hydrostatic and CVT-style transmissions may be listed by range or variable speed instead of simple forward/reverse gear numbers.
How fast does the Kubota KT255 go?
The Kubota KT255 is listed at 16.8 mph (27 km/h) forward and 16.8 mph (27 km/h) reverse.
Is the Kubota KT255 transmission oil capacity listed?
Yes, the listed capacity is 32.8 qt (31 L). Confirm the correct fluid type before servicing.
What should I check before buying a used Kubota KT255?
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.
