The Kubota GL260 has a hydrostatic transmission, with a top forward speed of 12.4 mph (20 km/h). Service details captured: fluid Kubota Super UDT2 and oil capacity 18 qt (17 L).
Transmission typeHydrostatic
Forward speed12.4 mph (20 km/h)
Transmission fluidKubota Super UDT2
Kubota GL260 Transmission Specs
Transmission type
Hydrostatic
Forward speed
12.4 mph (20 km/h)
Transmission oil / fluid type
Kubota Super UDT2
Transmission oil capacity
18 qt (17 L)
Transmission Comparison Charts
Forward speed comparison
This model
12.4 mph
Average
13 mph
Low
5 mph
High
25 mph
Transmission oil capacity comparison
This model
18 qt
Average
28 qt
Low
4 qt
High
70 qt
Kubota GL260 Transmission Notes
Transmission type note
The key drivetrain answer for the Kubota GL260 is Hydrostatic. That matters first because transmission type changes how the tractor feels more than a small horsepower difference
Forward / reverse speed note
Forward travel speed on the Kubota GL260 is captured as 12.4 mph (20 km/h). Reverse speed was not cleanly captured for this row
Fluid and service note
For service work, the captured transmission fluid is Kubota Super UDT2 and the listed capacity is 18 qt (17 L). Confirm both in the manual before changing fluid
Buyer takeaway
If you are comparing tractors, judge the Kubota GL260 from Hydrostatic and 12.4 mph (20 km/h), not horsepower alone. Transmission setup decides how the tractor actually drives
The Kubota GL260 transmission is listed as Hydrostatic. That is the main drivetrain detail to check before comparing gears, ranges or speed.
Does every Kubota GL260 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.
What is the Kubota GL260 forward speed?
The Kubota GL260 forward speed is listed as 12.4 mph (20 km/h). Reverse speed was not cleanly captured in this row.
How much transmission oil does the Kubota GL260 take?
The listed transmission oil capacity is 18 qt (17 L), and the captured fluid type is Kubota Super UDT2.
What should I check before buying a used Kubota GL260?
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.
