Kubota (UK) has introduced the EK1 series compact tractor to its line-up. The 24hp, four-wheel drive EK1-261 model sits at the foot of its compact tractor portfolio, representing a cost-effective choice for smallholders and the home-owner market.
Manufactured by Escorts-Kubota, the EK1 carries a three-cylinder diesel engine that meets EU Stage V emissions regulations without the need for a diesel particulate filter. Drive is transmitted via dry plate clutch through a nine-forward/three-reverse, constant mesh transmission.
The tractor’s rear-mounted three-point linkage offers a 750kg lift capacity, while the rear PTO provides 540 and 540E speeds for powered implements. One double-acting hydraulic spool valve is fitted and operates from an open-centre hydraulic system.
Despite the straightforward approach, the small details have not been over-looked; the EK1 offers a charging socket and mobile phone holder, in addition to a weight-adjustable, mechanical suspension seat and foldable ROPS frame. The ability to temporarily fold the ROPS frame complements the tractor’s physical dimensions, helping access into low-height buildings for the 2,670mm long and 1,035mm wide tractor.
Those seeking additional versatility can add an optional front-end loader, or choose turf tyres or industrial tyres rather than agricultural rubber.
The EK1-261 includes a five-year Kubota Care warranty as standard, and its retail price starts from £11,036 (correxct at December 2022).
