The Kubota B1-16 specifications include production from 1985 – 1988, engine power rated at 16.5 hp (12.3 kW), an unsynchronized gear, 12-forward, 4-reverse transmission, and a listed weight of 1,422 to 1,521 lbs.
Kubota B1-16 key specifications
| Production years | 1985 – 1988 |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 16 hp |
| Engine power | 16.5 hp (12.3 kW) |
| Displacement | 56.57 cu in (0.9 L) |
| Transmission | unsynchronized gear, 12-forward, 4-reverse |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 gal (17.0 L) |
| Weight | 1,422 to 1,521 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 53.4 inches (135 cm) |
| Rear PTO speed | 540, 860, or 1,000 rpm, 1.375-inch shaft |
Kubota B1-16 Kubota model comparison
See how this tractor compares across up to six main specifications using the low, average and high values among Kubota models in this database.
Engine power16.5 hp
Low 9 hpAverage 44.1 hpHigh 200 hp
Displacement0.9 L
Low 0.5 LAverage 2.4 LHigh 6.7 L
Fuel capacity4.5 gal
Low 2.1 galAverage 17.3 galHigh 99 gal
Maximum listed weight1,521 lbs
Low 528 lbsAverage 3,997.4 lbsHigh 19,510 lbs
Wheelbase53.4 in
Low 43.5 inAverage 69.9 inHigh 114 in
This model Kubota database average
Kubota B1-16 dimensions chart
Compare the main listed tractor dimensions using centimetres.
Engine specifications
| Bore/Stroke | 2.95 × 2.76 inches (75 × 70 mm) |
|---|---|
| Rated RPM | 2,600 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission options
| Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | unsynchronized gear |
PTO and hitch
| Rear hitch category | Category 0 |
|---|
Mechanical specifications
| Steering | manual |
|---|
Electrical specifications
| Electrical ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Dimensions and weight
| Listed weight range | 1,422 to 1,521 lbs |
|---|---|
| Length | 91.3 inches (231 cm) |
| Width | 45.3 inches (115 cm) |
Tires and tread
| Rear tread | 35.8 or 40.6 inches (90 or 103 cm) |
|---|---|
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4.00-12. Rear: 8.3-20 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-12. Rear: 8.3-20 |
Note: Comparison values are calculated from Kubota models in this specifications database. Specifications can vary by year, market, configuration, tires and optional equipment. For official specifications, check the official Kubota website or the tractor’s operator manual.


