Engine Horsepower: 84 hp
Manufactured: 2007 to 2013
Kubota M8540 Summary
The Kubota M8540 is a utility tractor produced from 2007 to 2013. It generates a net engine output of 84.6 horsepower. The tractor has multiple variants, including the Power Krawler half-track, M8540DTN narrow model, and several other configurations such as 2WD and 4WD with different cab and shuttle options.

Kubota M8540 Horsepower, Weight, and Specifications:
Production
Who manufactures the Kubota M8540, and what type of tractor is it?
- Manufacturer: Kubota
- Type: Utility tractor
- Original price in 2011: $29,955
Variants
What are the different variants of the Kubota M8540?
- Power Krawler: half-track tractor
- M8540DTN: narrow
- M8540F: 2WD ROPS sync-shuttle
- M8540FC: 2WD cab sync-shuttle
- M8540DT: 4WD ROPS sync-shuttle
- M8540HD: 4WD ROPS hyd-shuttle
- M8540HD12: 4WD ROPS 12-speed
- M8540DTC: 4WD cab sync-shuttle
- M8540HDC: 4WD cab hyd-shuttle
- M8540HDC12: 4WD cab 12-speed
Engine
What type of engine does the Kubota M8540 have?
- Engine: Kubota 3.8L 4-cyl diesel
Transmissions
What types of transmissions are available for the Kubota M8540?
- 8-speed partially synchronized
- 8-speed power shuttle
- 12-speed power shuttle
Horsepower
What is the horsepower of the Kubota M8540?
- Engine (net): 84.6 hp (63.1 kW)
- PTO (claimed): 75 hp (55.9 kW)
Mechanical
What mechanical features does the Kubota M8540 have?
- Two- or four-wheel drive
- Mechanical rear differential lock
- Power steering
- Hydraulic wet disc brakes
- Two-post folding ROPS with optional canopy, Ultra Grand Cab optional with heat and air-conditioning
Capacity
What are the various capacities of the Kubota M8540?
- ROPS Fuel: 23.8 gal (90.1 L)
- Cab Fuel: 29.1 gal (110.1 L)
- Hydraulic system: 14.25 gal (53.9 L)
- Front axle: 10 qts (9.5 L)
Hydraulics
What are the hydraulic specifications of the Kubota M8540?
- Type: open center
- Capacity: 14.25 gal (53.9 L)
- Pressure: 2844 psi (196.1 bar)
- Valves: 1 to 3
- Pump flow: 17 gpm (64.3 lpm)
- Total flow: 23.1 gpm (87.4 lpm)
- Steering flow: 6.1 gpm (23.1 lpm)
Tractor Hitch
What is the rear lift capacity of the Kubota M8540?
- Rear Type: II
- Rear lift (at ends): 5510 lbs (2499 kg) to 8600 lbs (optional) (3900 kg)
- Rear lift (at 24"/610mm): 4630 lbs (2100 kg) to 7275 lbs (optional) (3299 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
What are the PTO specifications for the Kubota M8540?
- Rear PTO: independent
- Rear PTO Type: 540 (1.375) and optional 540/1000
- Engine RPM: 540@2205
Dimensions & Tires
What are the dimensions and tire sizes for the Kubota M8540?
- Wheelbase: 88.6 inches (225 cm)
- Weight: 5005 to 6065 pounds
- Front tire: 7.50-18
- Rear tire: 18.4-28 (2WD)
Electrical
What are the electrical specifications of the Kubota M8540?
- Ground: negative
- Charging amps: 45 ROPS, 60 cab
- Battery CCA: 900
- Battery volts: 12
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