Compare/Kubota KL53Z vs Kubota MX5000

Kubota KL53Z vs Kubota MX5000

Verdict: Kubota KL53Z vs Kubota MX5000

The Kubota KL53Z and the Kubota MX5000 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 52 hp. Kubota KL53Z is the lighter machine (1,920 kg vs 3,284 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota MX5000 holds more fuel (50.0 L vs 48.1 L) for longer stints between fills. Kubota KL53Z is the newer design (2012 vs 2002). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.

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Rated power

52 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

KubotaReference

Three range transmission. Twelve forward, eight reverse, in creeper and medium range. Six forward, four reverse, in high-speed range.Reference

Synchronized shifting between gears 3 and 4.Reference

Final drives

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spur gearReference

Differential lock

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mechanical rear lock standardReference

Steering

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hydrostatic powerReference

Variants

KL53Z

wheeledReference

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KL53Z-PC

half-trackReference

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MX5000F

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2WDReference

MX5000DT

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4WDReference

MX5000SU

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basic modelReference

Engine

Fuel tank

48.1 LReference

50.0 LReference

Engine

39.0 kWReference

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Displacement

2.4 LReference

Bore/Stroke

87 x 102 mmReference

Power

39.0 kWReference

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Rated RPM

2600Reference

2700Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Fuel Type

dieselReference

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No of Cylinders

4 cylinderReference

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Rated engine speed

2,600 rpmReference

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Bore and stroke

3.43x4.03 inchesReference

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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Engine (gross)

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38.9 kWReference

Engine (net)

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37.3 kWReference

Power (net)

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37.3 kWReference

Power (gross)

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38.9 kWReference

Fuel system

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indirect injectionReference

Air cleaner

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dry, dual elementReference

Oil capacity

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7.6 LReference

Coolant capacity

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7.5 LReference

Transmission

Dual DriveReference

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Type

continuously-varaible transmissionReference

partially synchronizedReference

Gears

30 forward and 20 reverseReference

8 forward and 4 reverseReference

Clutch

dry discReference

Transmission Type

CVTReference

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Wheel Drive

4WDReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

Rear Type

IReference

2/1Reference

Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

540Reference

Engine RPM

-763@2600Reference

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PTO (claimed)

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32.8 kWReference

Valves

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3 (optional)Reference

Pump flow

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34.8 lpmReference

Total flow

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53.0 lpmReference

Control

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draft control (optional)Reference

Rear lift (at ends)

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1300 kgReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

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1050 kgReference

Rear PTO

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independentReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

194 cmReference

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Weight

1920 kgReference

1614 kgReference

Front tire

8.3-20Reference

7.5L-15Reference

Rear tire

13.6-28Reference

14.9-26Reference

Standard tires (ag)

Front: 8.3-20. Rear: 13.6-28Reference

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Length

347 cmReference

331 cmReference

Width

154 cmReference

158 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

236 cmReference

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Height (cab)

230 cmReference

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Ground clearance

43 cmReference

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Front tread

121 cmReference

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Rear tread

120 to 143 cmReference

137 to 149 cmReference

2WD Wheelbase

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181 cmReference

4WD Wheelbase

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180 cmReference

Ag front

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9.5-16 (4WD)Reference

Ag rear

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14.9-26Reference

Lawn/turf front

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29x12.5-15Reference

Lawn/turf rear

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44x18-20Reference

Industrial front

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12-16.5Reference

Industrial rear

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17.5L-24Reference

Height

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215 cmReference

Clearance (front axle)

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38 cmReference

2WD Front tread

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123 to 151 cmReference

4WD Front tread

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132 cmReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Battery volts

12Reference

Charging system

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alternatorReference

Charging amps

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40Reference

Battery CCA

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582Reference

Capacities

Capacity

148.5 ciReference

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Power

Max Power

52.3 hpReference

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PTO

Rear PTO Power

AvailableReference

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Rear PTO RPM

540 RPMReference

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Engine Speed on Rear PTO speed

1,286@2,600 rpmReference

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Steering & brakes

Brakes

mechanical wet discReference

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Steering type

powerReference

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Hydraulics

Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category IReference

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Dimensions & weight

Height Over ROPS

237 cmReference

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Height Over Cab

230.1 cmReference

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Overall Length

347.5 cmReference

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Overall Width

154.9 cmReference

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Overall weight

1,920.1 kgReference

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Wheels & tyres

Rear Wheel Type

13.6-28Reference

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Rear wheel tread range

47.6 to 56.3 inchesReference

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Front Wheel Type

8.3-20Reference

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Front Wheel tread range

121.4 cmReference

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General

Rollover protective structure

Two-post ROPSReference

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Operator station

Cab Availability

Cab optional with air-conditioning.Reference

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Kubota MX5000 attachments

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Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.