Kubota’s punchy new series

Kubota has launched the M7003 tractor series in the UK. The company says the latest M7 models feature enhanced functionality and greater operator convenience.

“New features across the range include Xpress restart, multispeed steering, advanced LED lighting package, and Tr a c t o r Implement Management (TIM),” said product manager Luke Sellwood.

“The M7003 buyer also has access to a greater range of optional extras.”

The range features three models – M7133, M7153 and M7173 – and the power output from the fourcylinder engine remain unchanged at 130hp, 150hp and 170hp respectively, with a 20hp boost on the two lower powered models, and a 5hp boost for the flagship M7173.

Mr Sellwood said revised engine c h a ra c t e r i s t i c s deliver a constant power band from 1,800-2,100rpm, while a constant torque level extends from 1,2001,600rpm. Full power is delivered at 1,900rpm, while maximum torque arrives at 1,500rpm.

Transmission options continue to include the stepless KV T and a powershift gearbox that uses six powershift speeds in five synchronised ranges.

The powershift transmission now benefits from additional functionality, with the development of Xpress restart – this provides a brake- to- stop function, which avoids the need to depress the clutch pedal to stop the tractor.

This feature suits repetitive start-stop tasks such as round baling, and loader work.

All models are also now equipped with Multispeed steering control, which allows the operator to select the steering ratio to suit working speed and application.

“The standard steering ratio is four turns lock-tolock,” said Mr Sellwood.

“With Multispeed, the operator can choose from a 20%, 40% or 60% reduction in the number of turns required.”

M7003 tractors also get a swap-valve function, allowing re-assignment of spool valves to suit operator preferences for fingertip or joystick control.

Rear lift capacity is 9.4 tonnes, and PTO choices include 540/ 540E and 1000/1000E. Up front, the tractor’s linkage offers a 3.5 tonne lift capacity, with the option of a 1,000rpm front PTO.

T he M7003 series is priced from £92,000 for the powershift equipped M7133.

EXTRA OOMPH: The Kubota M7173 tractor – pictured with u-drill – has had a 5hp boost.