The Kubota L3970 specifications include production from 2026, engine power rated at 39 hp (29.1 kW), a hydrostatic, 3-range transmission, and a listed weight of 4,057 to 4,387 lbs.
Kubota L3970 key specifications
Production years
2026
Horsepower
39 hp
Engine power
39 hp (29.1 kW)
PTO power
30.9 hp (23.0 kW)
Displacement
111.4 cu in (1.8 L)
Transmission
hydrostatic, 3-range
Weight
4,057 to 4,387 lbs
Wheelbase
77 inches (195 cm)
Rear PTO speed
540 rpm, 1.375-inch shaft
Kubota L3970 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 power39 hp
Low 9 hpAverage 44.1 hpHigh 200 hp
PTO power30.9 hp
Low 8 hpAverage 50.5 hpHigh 159 hp
Displacement1.8 L
Low 0.5 LAverage 2.4 LHigh 6.7 L
Maximum listed weight4,387 lbs
Low 528 lbsAverage 3,997.4 lbsHigh 19,510 lbs
Wheelbase77 in
Low 43.5 inAverage 69.9 inHigh 114 in
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Kubota L3970 power chart
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Engine power39 hp
PTO power30.9 hp
Kubota L3970 dimensions chart
Compare the main listed tractor dimensions using centimetres.
Length309 cm
Wheelbase195 cm
Width151 cm
Cab height231 cm
ROPS height246 cm
Ground clearance34 cm
Engine specifications
Bore/Stroke
3.43 × 4.03 inches (87 × 102 mm)
Rated RPM
2,300
Torque
109.4 lb-ft (148.3 Nm)
Fuel system
common rail direct injection
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Transmission options
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Transmission type
hydrostatic
PTO and hitch
Rear hitch category
Category I
Rear lift (at ends)
3,748 lbs (1,700 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
2,646 lbs (1,200 kg)
Rear PTO
independent
PTO engine speed
540 PTO rpm at 2,299 engine rpm
Hydraulics
Rear valves
3 (optional)
Pump flow
9.83 gpm (37.2 L/min)
Electrical specifications
Electrical ground
negative
Battery CCA
582
Battery volts
12
Dimensions and weight
Length
121.9 inches (309 cm)
Width
59.8 inches (151 cm)
Ground clearance
13.5 inches (34 cm)
ROPS height
97.2 inches (246 cm)
Cab height
91.3 inches (231 cm)
ROPS Weight
4,057 lbs (1,840 kg)
Cab Weight
4,387 lbs (1,989 kg)
Tires and tread
Front tread
45.5 inches (115 cm)
Rear tread
47.2 to 58.3 inches (119 to 148 cm)
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 7.00-16. Rear: 12.4-24
Attachments
Backhoe type
Kubota BH92A Backhoe
Transport height
102.4 inches (260 cm)
Reach from pivot
150 inches (381 cm)
Loading height
88.5 inches (224 cm)
Bucket rotation
180°
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.
