Kubota L48 vs Kubota L4802F

Across 7 measurable specs, the Kubota L48 leads 5 categories to 2. Machine pages: Kubota L48 and Kubota L4802F.

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Full Spec Sheet

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Spec	KubotaL48	KubotaL4802F

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Kubota
Engine Model	Not Published	V2403-CR-E5
Engine Type	4-cylinder, indirect injection, liquid-cooled diesel	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled 4-cycle, diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	148.5 in³	148.5 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	48 hp	48.4 hp
PTO Power	37.5 hp	40.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry type, primary and secondary element
Fuel System	Not Published	Direct injection
Alternator	Not Published	45 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	Not Published	7.8 gpm
Steering Flow	Not Published	4.7 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	25.9 gpm	12.5 gpm (7.8 + 4.7, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	25.9 gpm	12.5 gpm (7.8 + 4.7, computed)
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Optional: double-acting valve, or double-acting valve with float position (float valve as second segment only)
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.2 gal	13.5 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	6.9 qt
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	8.7 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	10.6 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Live-continuous running	Live independent PTO with hydraulic clutch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I (standard)	SAE Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	2,870 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	3,310 lb	2,320 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	"Feather Step" hydrostatic transmission, 3-range	Constant mesh with synchronized shuttle
No. of Speeds	3-range (infinite)	8 forward, 8 reverse
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	15.3 mph	14.9 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	14.3 mph
Clutch	Dry, single	Dry type single stage
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Rear differential lock, pedal operated
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Four-post ROPS/FOPS standard	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc	Mechanical, wet disc type
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Movable seat, spins in place; tilt steering standard	Suspension seat with fore/aft travel adjustment and suspension tension adjustment
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Cast-iron front axle
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	1,430 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Width	74.5 in	62.2 in
Wheelbase	74.0 in	72.6 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	15.2 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	10.5 ft	8.9 ft (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	Not Published	91.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Length	Not Published	122.8 in (without 3-point hitch)
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	Not Published	3,296 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	Industrial (R4): 10-16.5 R4 front, 17.5L-24 R4 rear	Agricultural; Turf
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	7.5L-15
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	14.9-24
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	27X8.50-15
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	44X18-20
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5 R4	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24 R4	Not Published
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	LA766 2-Lever Quick Coupler
Loader Model	TL1150	LA766
Loader Lift Height	TL1150: 116.1 in (at pivot pin)	105.2 in (at pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	TL1150: 3,000 lb (at pivot pin)	1,676 lb (at pivot pin, max. height)
Loader Breakout Force	TL1150: 4,375 lbf (at pivot pin)	Not Published
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	Basic 24 months or 1,500 hours, powertrain 72 months or 2,000 hours; commercial: powertrain 36 months or 2,000 hours
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	Kubota L2502/L3302/L3902 HD Brush Guard Insert $269.00 With LA766 loader

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Kubota L48 vs Kubota L4802F: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L48 or the Kubota L4802F?

The Kubota L4802F leads on engine hp at 48.4 hp hp, compared to 48 hp hp for the Kubota L48.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L48 or the Kubota L4802F?

The Kubota L4802F leads on pto hp at 40.5 hp hp, compared to 37.5 hp hp for the Kubota L48.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L48 or the Kubota L4802F?

The Kubota L48 leads on loader lift at 3,000 lb lb, compared to 1,676 lb lb for the Kubota L4802F.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L48 or the Kubota L4802F?

The Kubota L48 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,310 lb lb, compared to 2,320 lb lb for the Kubota L4802F.

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