The Kubota L4740 has a hydrostatic transmission, with a top forward speed of 16.1 mph (25.9 km/h) and reverse speed of 16.1 mph (25.9 km/h). Service details captured: fluid Kubota Super UDT2 and oil capacity 8.7 qt (8.2 L).
Transmission typeHydrostatic
Forward speed16.1 mph (25.9 km/h)
Transmission fluidKubota Super UDT2
Kubota L4740 Transmission Specs
Transmission type
Hydrostatic
Forward speed
16.1 mph (25.9 km/h)
Reverse speed
16.1 mph (25.9 km/h)
Transmission oil / fluid type
Kubota Super UDT2
Transmission oil capacity
8.7 qt (8.2 L)
Transmission Comparison Charts
Forward speed comparison
This model
16.1 mph
Average
13 mph
Low
5 mph
High
25 mph
Reverse speed comparison
This model
16.1 mph
Average
6 mph
Low
2.5 mph
High
12 mph
Transmission oil capacity comparison
This model
8.7 qt
Average
28 qt
Low
4 qt
High
70 qt
Kubota L4740 Transmission Notes
Transmission type note
The key drivetrain answer for the Kubota L4740 is Hydrostatic. That matters first because transmission type changes how the tractor feels more than a small horsepower difference
Forward / reverse speed note
Travel speed for the Kubota L4740 is listed as 16.1 mph (25.9 km/h) forward and 16.1 mph (25.9 km/h) reverse. Forward speed matters for transport; reverse speed matters for loader and yard work
Fluid and service note
For service work, the captured transmission fluid is Kubota Super UDT2 and the listed capacity is 8.7 qt (8.2 L). Confirm both in the manual before changing fluid
Buyer takeaway
If you are comparing tractors, judge the Kubota L4740 from Hydrostatic and 16.1 mph (25.9 km/h), not horsepower alone. Transmission setup decides how the tractor actually drives
What is the main transmission spec for the Kubota L4740?
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.
Does every Kubota L4740 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 L4740 forward and reverse speed?
Forward speed is listed as 16.1 mph (25.9 km/h), while reverse speed is listed as 16.1 mph (25.9 km/h).
How much transmission oil does the Kubota L4740 take?
The listed transmission oil capacity is 8.7 qt (8.2 L), and the captured fluid type is Kubota Super UDT2.
What should I check before buying a used Kubota L4740?
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.
