The Kubota KT230 has a hydrostatic transmission, with a top forward speed of 18 mph (29 km/h) and reverse speed of 9.9 mph (15.9 km/h). Service details captured: oil capacity 54.8 qt (51.9 L).
Transmission typeHydrostatic
Forward speed18 mph (29 km/h)
Kubota KT230 Transmission Specs
Transmission type
Hydrostatic
Forward speed
18 mph (29 km/h)
Reverse speed
9.9 mph (15.9 km/h)
Transmission oil capacity
54.8 qt (51.9 L)
Transmission Comparison Charts
Forward speed comparison
This model
18 mph
Average
13 mph
Low
5 mph
High
25 mph
Reverse speed comparison
This model
9.9 mph
Average
6 mph
Low
2.5 mph
High
12 mph
Transmission oil capacity comparison
This model
54.8 qt
Average
28 qt
Low
4 qt
High
70 qt
Kubota KT230 Transmission Notes
Transmission type note
For the Kubota KT230, start with the transmission type: Hydrostatic. That tells you whether the tractor is more range/gear focused or easier stop-start driving focused
Forward / reverse speed note
The useful speed numbers are 18 mph (29 km/h) forward and 9.9 mph (15.9 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 54.8 qt (51.9 L). Confirm the approved fluid type before servicing
Buyer takeaway
If you are comparing tractors, judge the Kubota KT230 from Hydrostatic and 18 mph (29 km/h), not horsepower alone. Transmission setup decides how the tractor actually drives
The Kubota KT230 transmission is listed as Hydrostatic. That is the main drivetrain detail to check before comparing gears, ranges or speed.
Are the Kubota KT230 gear counts listed?
This row does not show a clean fixed gear or range count for the Kubota KT230. On hydrostatic tractors, top speed and control feel may matter more than gear count.
Is the Kubota KT230 transmission speed good?
The captured travel speeds are 18 mph (29 km/h) forward and 9.9 mph (15.9 km/h) reverse. That is enough to compare it against similar tractors for mowing, transport and yard work.
How much transmission oil does the Kubota KT230 take?
The captured transmission oil capacity for the Kubota KT230 is 54.8 qt (51.9 L). The fluid type was not cleanly captured in this row.
What should I check before buying a used Kubota KT230?
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.
