The Kubota M8970 specifications include production from 1990 – 1998, engine power rated at 104.5 hp (77.9 kW), and a listed weight of 7,716 lbs (3,499 kg).
Kubota M8970 key specifications
| Production years |
1990 – 1998 |
| Horsepower |
104 hp |
| Engine power |
104.5 hp (77.9 kW) |
| PTO power |
85 hp (63.4 kW) |
| Displacement |
261.9 cu in (4.3 L) |
| Fuel capacity |
31.7 gal (120.0 L) |
| Weight |
7,716 lbs (3,499 kg) |
| Wheelbase |
97.2 inches (246 cm) |
| Rear PTO speed |
540 or 1,000 rpm, 1.375-inch shaft |
Kubota M8970 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 power104.5 hp
Low 9 hpAverage 44.1 hpHigh 200 hp
PTO power85 hp
Low 8 hpAverage 50.5 hpHigh 159 hp
Displacement4.3 L
Low 0.5 LAverage 2.4 LHigh 6.7 L
Fuel capacity31.7 gal
Low 2.1 galAverage 17.3 galHigh 99 gal
Weight7,716 lbs
Low 528 lbsAverage 3,997.4 lbsHigh 19,510 lbs
Wheelbase97.2 in
Low 43.5 inAverage 69.9 inHigh 114 in
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Maximum fuel capacity120 L
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Engine specifications
| Bore/Stroke |
4.3 × 4.5 inches (109 × 114 mm) |
| Rated RPM |
2,400 |
| Torque |
248.2 lb-ft (336.6 Nm) |
| Torque RPM |
1,200 |
| Oil capacity |
16.3 qt (15.4 L) |
| Coolant capacity |
15.4 qt (14.6 L) |
| Starter |
electric |
| Starter volts |
12 |
| Net engine power |
97 hp (72.3 kW) |
PTO and hitch
| Rear hitch category |
Category II |
| Hitch control |
position and draft control |
| Rear lift (at ends) |
5,952 lbs (2,699 kg) |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) |
4,848 lbs (2,199 kg) |
| Rear PTO |
independent |
Hydraulics
| Hydraulic pressure |
2,630 psi (181.3 bar) |
| Pump flow |
16.3 gpm (61.7 L/min) |
Mechanical specifications
| Clutch |
hydraulic wet disc |
| Differential lock |
standard |
| Steering |
hydrostatic power |
Electrical specifications
| Electrical ground |
negative |
| Battery volts |
12 |
| Battery AH |
200 |
Dimensions and weight
| Length |
160.2 inches (406 cm) |
| Width |
80.7 inches (204 cm) |
| Ground clearance |
16.5 inches (41 cm) |
| Exhaust height |
115 inches (292 cm) |
Tires and tread
| Front tread |
64.6 to 68.5 inches (164 to 173 cm) |
| Rear tread |
62.2 to 81.1 inches (157 to 205 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) |
Front: 12.4-24. Rear: 18.4-34 |
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.
