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R540

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As graceful as a dancer and built like a heavy-weight, the Kubota R540 easily navigates crowded work sites and flexes its muscle wherever it’s needed. The wheel loader sports a hearty 51.1 horsepower and a breakout force of 7,761 pounds, all while keeping you comfortable in its spacious cab. Climb on in-- it’s time for work. Read Disclaimer

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Features

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New Features

  • High Visibility Cab - enlarged front glass, full size right side window
  • LED Working Lights - moved from Halogen to LED lights; LED lights now standard
  • NEW Delta Shaped Loader Arms - Improves visibility when attaching to an implement or attachment; Also, improves strength and rigidity of the loader arms
  • More Spacious Cab - moved switch console from the steering column to the right side of the cab - enhancing leg and foot space in the cab
  • Reconfigured Console & Switch Layout - switch console now on the right side of the cab; everything needed to operate and run the wheel loader is now located on the right hand side and is a fingertip away

Articulating and Oscillating Frame

Our wheel loaders are most often operated in heavy terrain, so we include features for top performance in these conditions. Articulation allows the rear tires to follow the same track path as the front tires for greater maneuverability and control of the loader. Rear frame oscillation is intentionally chosen over rear axle oscillation for superior workability in uneven ground conditions.

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Hybrid Link Design

The well balanced cylinder position of the Kubota Z link system combines the advantages of both Z link and parallel link systems. You get strong bucket force when excavating and grading, and a lift path almost parallel to the ground for superior reach and lifting.

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AUX Service Ports

Conveniently located on the rear of the attachment quick coupler flat face, no drip couplers provide easy access to power your hydraulic attachments. Auxiliary ports are plumbed separately from hydraulic quick coupler plumbing.

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Kubota Engine with Automatic Regeneration

The Common Rail System electronically controls the fuel injection timing and amount in stages, rather than all at once, for optimal combustion. The results are great efficiency, better fuel economy and less engine noise. Its combination with the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) and Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Muffler reduces emissions to make the R530 Tier 4 Final compliant.

Kubota’s original automatic regeneration system automatically burns accumulated particulate matter (soot) in the DPF muffler to keep it clean. For operational reasons, regeneration can be turned off and manually accomplished at a more appropriate time.

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Comfort

  • Multifunction control lever to help optimize speed
  • ISO mounted cab to reduce noise and increase productivity
  • Full suspension seat
  • Optional cab with air conditioning
  • Inching pedal is an option to increase efficiency during loading operations
  • Tilt wheel  that accommodates drivers of all sizes comfortably
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Serviceability

Machine features a large rear hood for easy engine access. The engine bonnet at the rear opens wide, providing quick and easy access to the machine’s main service areas. 

2006_R540_intro

New Features

  • High Visibility Cab - enlarged front glass, full size right side window
  • LED Working Lights - moved from Halogen to LED lights; LED lights now standard
  • NEW Delta Shaped Loader Arms - Improves visibility when attaching to an implement or attachment; Also, improves strength and rigidity of the loader arms
  • More Spacious Cab - moved switch console from the steering column to the right side of the cab - enhancing leg and foot space in the cab
  • Reconfigured Console & Switch Layout - switch console now on the right side of the cab; everything needed to operate and run the wheel loader is now located on the right hand side and is a fingertip away

Articulating and Oscillating Frame

Our wheel loaders are most often operated in heavy terrain, so we include features for top performance in these conditions. Articulation allows the rear tires to follow the same track path as the front tires for greater maneuverability and control of the loader. Rear frame oscillation is intentionally chosen over rear axle oscillation for superior workability in uneven ground conditions.

_DSC5641

Hybrid Link Design

The well balanced cylinder position of the Kubota Z link system combines the advantages of both Z link and parallel link systems. You get strong bucket force when excavating and grading, and a lift path almost parallel to the ground for superior reach and lifting.

_DSC6211

AUX Service Ports

Conveniently located on the rear of the attachment quick coupler flat face, no drip couplers provide easy access to power your hydraulic attachments. Auxiliary ports are plumbed separately from hydraulic quick coupler plumbing.

_DSC5918

Kubota Engine with Automatic Regeneration

The Common Rail System electronically controls the fuel injection timing and amount in stages, rather than all at once, for optimal combustion. The results are great efficiency, better fuel economy and less engine noise. Its combination with the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) and Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Muffler reduces emissions to make the R530 Tier 4 Final compliant.

Kubota’s original automatic regeneration system automatically burns accumulated particulate matter (soot) in the DPF muffler to keep it clean. For operational reasons, regeneration can be turned off and manually accomplished at a more appropriate time.

_DSC6370 (1)

Comfort

  • Multifunction control lever to help optimize speed
  • ISO mounted cab to reduce noise and increase productivity
  • Full suspension seat
  • Optional cab with air conditioning
  • Inching pedal is an option to increase efficiency during loading operations
  • Tilt wheel  that accommodates drivers of all sizes comfortably
_DSC5815

Serviceability

Machine features a large rear hood for easy engine access. The engine bonnet at the rear opens wide, providing quick and easy access to the machine’s main service areas. 


Specs & Compare

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R540
50.9 HP
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  • Engine
    V2607
  • Emission Certification
    Tier 4 Final
  • Output (SAE J1995 gross) HP/(kW)/rpm
    50.9 (38) / 2400
  • Output (SAE J1349 net) HP/(kW)/rpm
    47.9 (35.7) / 2400
  • Displacement (cu. in.)
    160
  • Transmission Type
    Hydrostatic transmission
  • Overall Length, ft (mm)
    17ft 8in (5395)
  • Overall Width, ft (mm)
    5ft 7in (1712)
  • Overall Height, ft (mm)
    8ft 1in (2453) / 8ft 2in (2473)
  • Ground Clearance, in (mm)
    13in (330)
  • Auxiliary Hydraulics Flow Rate, GPM (LPM)
    14.2 (53.8)
  • Auxiliary Hydraulic Pressure psi, kgf (cm2)
    2683 (18.5)
  • Standard Tire Size, in
    12.5-18
  • Traveling Speed: High, mph (kph)
    12.4 (20.0)
  • Traveling Speed: Low, mph (kph)
    3.0 (4.8)
  • Traction Force, lbs (kgf)
    6541 (29.1)
  • Front/Rear Axle Traction Lock
    Diff-lock (both axles)
  • Articulation Angle (deg.)
    40 (each direction)
  • Angle of Rear Frame Oscillation (deg.)
    ±8
  • Loader Clearance Circle, ft (mm)
    13ft 8in (4175)
  • Turning Radius Track Circle, ft (mm)
    11ft 11in (3620)
  • Brakes (Service)
    Enclosed wet disc
  • Tipping Load- Full Turn, lbs (kg)
    5644 (2560)/5930 (2690) / 4365 (1980)/4586 (2080)
  • Tipping Load - Straight, lbs (kg)
    6437 (2920)/6768 (3070) / 4960 (2250)/5202 (2360)
  • Rated Operating Capacity, (ROC)
    2822/2968/2183/2293
  • Standard Bucket Capacity, yd3
    0.85
  • Bucket Breakout Force, lbs (kN)
    8183 (36.4)
  • Lifting Capacity at Ground Level, lbs (kN)
    6767 (30.1)
  • Loader Raise / Lower Time, sec
    6.5 / 4.5
  • Fuel Tank, gal (l)
    18.5 (70)
  • Hydraulic System, gal (l)
    15.1 (57)
  • Hydraulic Reservoir, gal (l)
    10.3 (39)
  • Operating Weight, lbs (kg)
    9888 (4485) / 10285 (4665)
  • Hinge Pin Height, ft
    10ft 7in
  • Dump Height at Fully Raised Position, ft
    8ft 3in
  • Maximum Dump Angle
    45 degrees
  • Reach Fully Raised at Maximum Dump Angle, ft
    2ft 6in
  • Steering Angle
    40 degrees
  • Frame Oscillation Angle
    8 degrees
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§The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes tax, dealer fees, and optional equipment. The equipment shown is for illustrative purposes only and may not be base equipment.

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