The Kubota KL280 has a hydrostatic transmission, with a top forward speed of 18.5 mph (29.8 km/h) and reverse speed of 10.5 mph (16.9 km/h). Service details captured: oil capacity 54.9 qt (52 L).
Transmission typeHydrostatic
Forward speed18.5 mph (29.8 km/h)
Kubota KL280 Transmission Specs
Transmission type
Hydrostatic
Forward speed
18.5 mph (29.8 km/h)
Reverse speed
10.5 mph (16.9 km/h)
Transmission oil capacity
54.9 qt (52 L)
Transmission Comparison Charts
Forward speed comparison
This model
18.5 mph
Average
13 mph
Low
5 mph
High
25 mph
Reverse speed comparison
This model
10.5 mph
Average
6 mph
Low
2.5 mph
High
12 mph
Transmission oil capacity comparison
This model
54.9 qt
Average
28 qt
Low
4 qt
High
70 qt
Kubota KL280 Transmission Notes
Transmission type note
The Kubota KL280’s captured transmission type is Hydrostatic. Use that before comparing speed, oil capacity or service parts
Forward / reverse speed note
The useful speed numbers are 18.5 mph (29.8 km/h) forward and 10.5 mph (16.9 km/h) reverse. That gives a better driving comparison than transmission type alone
Fluid and service note
For service work, the captured transmission oil capacity is 54.9 qt (52 L). Confirm the approved fluid type before servicing
Buyer takeaway
If you are comparing tractors, judge the Kubota KL280 from Hydrostatic and 18.5 mph (29.8 km/h), not horsepower alone. Transmission setup decides how the tractor actually drives
What is the main transmission spec for the Kubota KL280?
The main captured transmission detail is Hydrostatic. In plain terms, it is better for easy speed control, mowing, loader work and stop-start property jobs.
Are the Kubota KL280 gear counts listed?
This row does not show a clean fixed gear or range count for the Kubota KL280. On hydrostatic tractors, top speed and control feel may matter more than gear count.
What is the Kubota KL280 forward and reverse speed?
Forward speed is listed as 18.5 mph (29.8 km/h), while reverse speed is listed as 10.5 mph (16.9 km/h).
How much transmission oil does the Kubota KL280 take?
The captured transmission oil capacity for the Kubota KL280 is 54.9 qt (52 L). The fluid type was not cleanly captured in this row.
What should I check before buying a used Kubota KL280?
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.
