Kubota L2850 4.70 star(s) (7)

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Kubota L2850 Discussions (74)

Here are the most recent L2850 topics from our community.
  1. dieselcrawler

    Need kubota L2850 wiring harness

    As the title says... One of ths tractors at work, an '86 L2850 mfwd with woods loader, needs some wiring repairs under the hood. Seems the entire harness has been spliced... rumors of a fire at...
  2. N

    L2850 won't start, v1702 engine

    I purchased a tractor today DOA, it won't start and the PO seemed to indicate it ran great then it didn't run at all. I have hopen that it is something simple. I haven't been able to verify GP...
  3. K

    L2850 Front Axle leak and repair question

    I am a newbie to Kubota tractors. After running my newly acquired L2850 in 4WD for maybe 20 minutes on my hilly property, I parked and shut it down on the driveway and went inside my garage. I...
  4. D

    Help please - L2850 is dead!

    Hi Everyone, I'd appreciate any help or advice on my situation. I'm an OK mechanic (or so I thought), but electrical problems drive me nuts. And it appears that's what I have here. Our work...
  5. lonestar382

    L2850 dual stage clutch adjustment?

    I've searched several times, and can't seem to find the answer. I am working on my folks L2850 with a 2 stage clutch and am trying to adjust the clutch. The PTO works great, however the clutch...
  6. X

    kubota L2850 stalls when hot and wont hot start

    I have an 86 kubota L2850 with 1950hrs on it. There seems to be a fueling issue. It is not compensating for load (no smoke) and is low on power, bogs in 3rd/4th gear on slightest grade with 0...
  7. D

    New to me Kubota L2850

    I drank the orange koolaid Sunday :) I need advice on what oil and filter to use to change the oil. It looks pretty black but I'm not sure if that's a diesel thing or it's just dirty. I'm going to...
  8. K

    L2850 engine died after starting and won't start again

    My Kubota L2850 has not been started for about 18 months . It has been parked and covered outside in a mild, mostly dry climate near Sacramento. After checking my manual for any start up tips...
  9. P

    Tires HELP!! Tires for L2850 4wd w/loader

    Background: I am retired and money is a concern. My new to me L2850 4wd with BF500 loader is used mainly for road maintenance, tilling the garden, placing occasion rip-rap, moving snow, clearing...
  10. M

    Kubota L2850 will not start

    About 5 months ago my L2850 suddenly had no power to the starter, lights or anything. I removed the battery and had it checked to find it was fine. I put it back in the tractor and it fired up...
  11. V

    L2850 rear PTO disengement

    Hey all, I was wondering if anyone out there knows if the rear PTO on my 1990's L2850 (Standard) is supposed to stop turning when I push in the clutch? I know on my old B7100 HST it did but not so...
  12. B

    L2850 will not keep running

    My L2850 will not keep running unless I pre heat before starting. This is now happening even when it is 70 degrees outside. I changed the fuel filter and put solution in the fuel to eliminate the...
  13. B

    L2850 won't start until it cools down

    My L2850 will not start up until I let it sit for at least 30 to 45 minutes after I have been working it hard for an hour or two. Yesterday after tedding hay for two hours it would not start until...
  14. D

    L2850 not charging

    I have what I believe to be a '88 Kubota L2850. It runs great, has a brand new battery. I just bought it and had the battery go dead after a week or so. No big deal I thought, I figured maybe the...
  15. T

    L2850 LEAK

    We have a Kubota L2850 2 wheel drive tractor. I started it up today and it was blowing oil out the dipstick tube. It looks like there is hyd fluid in the oil. I can't figure out where it's coming...
  16. J

    rear end wobble L2850

    Hello, My tractor has developed a wobble. When driving on a hard surface it can be felt once per rear tire revolution . I'm pretty sure the problems on the right side. I used the tractor for...
  17. R

    Help - kubota l2850 pto lever - kubota newbie

    The nephew wanted to check the oil levels and backed out the pto pivot pin/bolt, and it dropped down into the trans case. Now pto selector lever won't work and the pto is on all the time. How to...
  18. A

    Buying a used kubota L2900 / L2850 / L2250 / L2350

    This is my first post and first potential tractor purchase. I need a bit of help deciding on which tractor to pick. First I'll give you a bit of info about me... My wife and I just bought a...
  19. P

    65" or 72" box blade on L2850

    I'm going to get a box blade for my L 2850 4wdr. If I can't find used, there is a $40 difference in price between a 65" and 72" blade. I expect to do some field leveling when I first get the...
  20. J

    Buying Advice l2850

    I'll just start a fresh thread since this is a different machine I was just told about. An l2850 with under 500 hours FEL and a New Holland B124 frame mount back hoe. Can't find any specs on...
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User Reviews (7)

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4.00 star(s)
brucedawson

L2850 Kubota
Pretty good tractor
Model Year: 1987

We've used this tractor for work that bigger tractors would have problems with. Its also great on fuel. Currently, we looking at replacing the clutch (its very worn) and maybe the (external) hydraulic pump.

Pros: Very powerful, lots of reserver power, very reliable
Cons: No cab. 3 pt hitch is a pain to work with.

5.00 star(s)
nylla

L2850 Kubota
Kubota L2850
Model Year: 2006

Fine little tractor for how I use it - rotary mower, tiller. And I mow some tough stuff, which is why this tractor has one major drawback. The leading edge on this tractor is the tie rods. You want to push over a sapling and mow it, your tie rods are going to be what pushes anything that you're mowing. This is not good. I have had to replace one tie rod. Since then I had a bumper made for the tractor. Doesn't seem like I should have to make a bumper to use my tractor for mowing. Other than that, this is one fine tractor.

Pros: Always starts, runs great, easy to clean.
Cons: Leading edge is the tie rods.

5.00 star(s)
Larry In Tennessee

L2850 Kubota
Tractor to Do Anything With
Model Year: 1986

My Kubota is 4x4 with a front end loader. I have used it to a 5ft & 6ft Bush Hog plus post hole, sub-soiler, MF 72" disk, 2-16" bottom turning plow, roto-tiller, 72" Finish mower,of course I have used the front bucket for bunches of things. The tractor has lived up to everything I have asked it too do.

Pros: Everything.
Cons: Nothing.

5.00 star(s)
Tomdysz

L2850 Kubota
So Far, So Good
Model Year: 1986

Purchased used. The previous owner of 10 years did not know a lot about tractors. He mostly used the bush hog to mow grass. It has turf tires. He did use the bush to clear some land. I have gone through the tractor in pretty good detail. It was neglected for a number of years. He did not perform any lubrication while he owned it, so the detail which follows may seem like a lot of problems, but many are minor. I am using it to clear land and it does more than I expected. The tires do skip on occasion. I will be changing to ag tires. The tractor is strong and built very well. It has a few electrical reliability problems due to design. There are some sensors on it which are broken/disconnected. They are the battery level, and air filter flow. Due to the expense, I do not plan on replacing them. The rear light wiring has been hacked up pretty well. The wires are not protected. Also, there are some cheesy flexible clamps located around different parts of the tractor, some are broken off. There were some other electrical issues I consider to be routine maintenance of an outdoor piece of heavy equipment. The key switch diesel fuel cutoff solenoid was fried, as was the timer relay. The starter fusible link/connector had corrosion, causing starting problems. The battery was 8 years old and Auto Zone's checker said it was dead. The PTO clutch needs some work, the 3PH hydraulic cylinder speed knob is frozen, the driver's seat support pins are worn making the seat wiggle a bit. These are the only mechanical issues I have found. For a tractor which is over 25 years old, it is strong and has no engine, transmission, or hydraulic system leaks. Pretty good having been neglected. I bought it for $4,500, it came with a dual axle trailer, 4 ft. bush hog and 4 ft. box blade. I am pleased so far.

Pros: Strong mechanically.
Cons: Some electric reliability issues due to design.

4.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

L2850 Kubota
L2850 Kubota
Model Year: 1985

I got this tractor from my work payed $200 for it had been siting at the shop half disassembled for about 5 years. Know one wanted to spend the money for parts. Needed a new shift fork 3rd and 4th. I new it always ran good. In December I loaded it up on a trailer and brought it home. After going over it I found I could still use 1st and 2nd gears with out replacing the 3rd and 4th gear shift fork. So after wiring the broken shift fork in place, I started to put the old tractor back together. Change the oil flush out the cooling system hooked up all the wiring. Also had to repair the rear rim and get inner tube. Put diesel in the tank and took the battery out of my truck and after about 5 mins of cranking it over she came back to life. Ran as good as I remember. I may not have 3rd & 4th but I don't really need them. Altogether I have about $350 in the tractor; not bad.

Pros: Takes a beating and still keeps going.
Cons: The only thing I found with this tractor is the exhaust pipe is always throwing exhaust fumes back at my face.

5.00 star(s)
JTeague

L2850 Kubota
L2850DT
Model Year: 1984

I purchased this tractor this summer mainly to bush hog about 5 acres at my mom's house and do some odd jobs (scraping / leveling / etc). Utility: It pulls a 5' bush hog (L&S Line) very well, even in the thick stuff. It does run toward the top of the temp gauge in the really thick stuff, but hasn't overheated. Engine/Transmission: Its very low hours for its age (had about 590 when I bought it; 620 now). It starts and runs flawlessly. It has 4-spd. column shift with shuttle shift and hi/low range---ll smooth as silk. Other: 4WD works well, and power steering is smooth (even in 4WD). Traction is great and rear diff lock works well. No leaks.

Pros: Build quality, strong engine, smooth drivetrain.
Cons: Steering rods in front of axle should be more protected.

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5.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

L2850 Kubota
Great Tractor
Model Year: 1989

I upgraded from a smaller Ford 18 HP tractor to this one for blowing snow and ground work with the bucket and rear blade. To date, it has been flawless and has exceeded my expectations. Only thing I wish I had was a cab for it as the winters do get cold. Starts like a dream at -40. Can't ask for more than that. Also amazing on fuel.

Pros: Starting in cold weather and have only had to replace 1 rear tire to date.
Cons: None.

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