Hi all, my first post on a great site and glad to have joined. Im in Australia and Im just about to take the plunge and get a refurbished grey import Kubota L1-22 with 4 in 1 loader. What would similar models be to cross reference with? I was nearly going to buy a Foton 254 but thought the Kubota L1-22 a much better long term proposition. Against the advice of every dealer I speak to, Im going to go ahead with it as it does not appear all doom and gloom and spares availability shouldnt be a total loss from what I can tell and read. Am I doing the right thing? Also, no power steering, would this be an issue with a fair amount of loader work?

• Kubota Tractor Manual L1 22 Dtm
• Kubota Tractor Manual L1 22 Dti

I am struggling with finding much info on the L1 series though And most searches dont seem to find much. Could anybody tell me what I should be looking for to find service manuals, owners manuals, parts manuals, servicing interval data etc. Small amounts of info come up with L1-225 but not the L1-22 so much. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated Cheers from Oz. 1coolbanana, When you get it shoot me some specs from it like, tire sizes, motor size (it's cast into the right hand rear on the block behind the hydraulic pump) amount of cylinders, and type of transmission. Just looking at the body it looks a lot like my L3450, and if it's mechanically the same your going to love it.

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The 4 in 1 bucket is a really nice touch! Close up pics will help to identify things about it too. Thanks so much for the reply. Its currently in another state at the moment and I wont get to see it in the flesh for a week or two. These are the specs Ive been quoted but I will certainly post detail pics when I get it Im just hoping the lack of PS wont be too bad for loader work Cheers. It has the same specs as a L2950, Are you sure it doesn't have power steering?

On the L's it was standard equipment, I have hydrostatic steering on mine (full hydraulic steering). You should be fine if it is manual, they put a tough gearbox in that size. When you get to get send some pics and I'll see if they match the mechanical of the L2950, if it does I can then I can set you up with manuals that should help. Yeah, I double checked with them about the power steering. It was an option and you can get them with power steering but unfortunately this one doesnt not have it. Is it possible to retrofit power steering? Yes, manual, 16 forward, 16 reverse, shuttle shift and 4 PTO speeds.

Ive just closed the deal so I expect it before the end of the month Thanks again, much appreciated. Hi 1coolbanana, What dealer here in oz did you buy it from? I got my L 2402 DT from Sota tractors in Thomastown Vic. Spares and service no problem.

Don't get to worried about info on these grey tractors as not much (if any) exists. Really.I got a manual for mine from the USA but there were differences to my tractor enough to make the manual useless.

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They are a Japanese tractor made for Japan only. Kubota don't want to know about them which means you may be limited to the dealer you got it from for spares and service.

Even if you get a comparative overseas model number this does not guarantee part are interchangeable. Good little tractor though but i would recommend power steering, as the weight in the front bucket can make steering very heavy. Retrofit if required.

Kubota Tractor Manual L1 22 Dti

G'day Richard I nearly bought a L2402DT from Sota (in Sydney) as well but it didnt look to be refurbed that well and a bit rough. Midway did me a far better deal with all the implements I need included and the same 'theoretical' warranty, but hopefully that wont be needed. The L2402 seemed a little cramped for my girth and the L1 had a lot less going on to get tripped up on and shuttle shift so, for the money, the L1 it is I will definitely be looking into the power steer retrofit, any clues as to where and/or who might do that or sell me a kit? I hope I can gather enough info to be able to manage all the maintenance and repairs myself, a manual would be awesome! Cant wait to get it Cheers Marc.