Quick answer:
The Kubota GL-43 tractor engine horsepower found is 43 hp. PTO horsepower found is also 43 hp.
Engine HP43 hp
PTO HP43 hp
Power / weight11.1 hp per 1,000 lb
Kubota GL-43 Horsepower Specs
| Engine horsepower | 43 hp |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 43 hp |
| Rated engine RPM | 2,700 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 91.5 cu in (1.5 L) |
| Engine | 1.5L |
| Operating weight | 3,880 lb (1,760 kg) |
| Power-to-weight | 11.1 hp per 1,000 lb |
| Horsepower class | mid-size compact tractor horsepower |
Horsepower Benchmarks
Engine horsepower benchmark
PTO horsepower benchmark
Operating weight benchmark
Power-to-weight benchmark
Benchmarks are general reference ranges for compact tractors.
Kubota GL-43 Horsepower FAQ
| Engine horsepower | The Kubota GL-43 tractor engine horsepower found is 43 hp. Use engine horsepower for comparing engine output, not necessarily implement power at the PTO. |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | The PTO horsepower found for the Kubota GL-43 is 43 hp. Confirm this against the operator manual because PTO output is often lower than engine horsepower. |
| Horsepower class | The Kubota GL-43 is listed as mid-size compact tractor horsepower based on the engine horsepower found. |
| Rated engine RPM | The rated engine speed found for the Kubota GL-43 is 2,700 rpm. This is the engine speed used for the listed power rating. |
| Engine specs found | Engine specs found for the Kubota GL-43 include 1.5L and 91.5 cu in (1.5 L) displacement. |
| Operating weight | The operating weight found for the Kubota GL-43 is 3,880 lb (1,760 kg). Weight matters because the same horsepower feels different in a light mower than in a heavy tractor. |
| Power-to-weight | The calculated power-to-weight figure for the Kubota GL-43 is 11.1 hp per 1,000 lb based on the engine horsepower and operating weight found. |
| Horsepower planning note | When comparing the Kubota GL-43, use 43 hp as the headline engine figure and double-check the PTO rating before sizing implements. |
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Check the operator manual, service manual and official kubotausa.com website for official horsepower, PTO horsepower, engine RPM, torque and operating-weight specifications before buying implements or servicing the machine.


