As part of its extensive exhibition stand at bauma 2022, Kubota will present two new engines featuring state-of-the art technology which expand the fully electronically controlled engine line-up below 19 kW and enhance the company’s low carbon credentials.
The latest additions to the Kubota engine portfolio, and taking prominent positions at this year’s bauma, will be the D902-K and a new additional electronically controlled engine both of which feature Kubota’s highly advanced and ground-breaking TVCR technology.
“These innovative engines will be a great addition to our bauma booth this year. “Their advanced technology with their new combustion systems offer end users a range of benefits. They are easy to install and offer clean emissions and low fuel consumption,” said Daniel Grant, Manager Marketing Intelligence, Business Unit Engine Europe, Kubota UK.
“Both the D902-K and the new TVCR are able to easily replace current Kubota models as they offer the same dimensions, weight and engine mount positions,” Grant added.
Characteristics of the new D902-K 3-cylinder, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel engine include smokeless operation, less carbon emissions due to low fuel consumption, high performance at high altitude and stable support for machine operations.
It meets regional emissions standards EPA Tier 4, EU Stage V and China IV as well as the most stringent of China’s national regulations, Category III.
The D902-K has a displacement of 0.898 L. Output (Gross kW/rpm) is 18.5/3600; 16.5/3200 and 13.4/2600. Torque (Gross Nm/rpm) is 56.1/2600; 56.1/2400 and 55.2/2400. Dry weight is 72 kg.
The new electronically controlled TVCR has a displacement of 1.123 L. Output (Gross kW/rpm) is 18.5/3000 and torque (Gross NM/rpm) is 72.4/2200. Dry weight is 93 kg. In addition, a new larger oil pan is a standard feature to extend the oil change interval periods, further reducing maintenance cost.
As the engines are electronically controlled they can communicate via Controller Area Network (CAN) which means engine operating data, needed for remote monitoring of performance, can be acquired.
“These new electronically-controlled engines mean that users of our current in-line, mechanical fuel injection engines can upgrade with minimal engineering cost due to the new engines having similar dimensions,” added Grant.
At bauma, carbon neutrality solutions will be a key feature for Kubota and, as well as its TVCR engines, it will display its range of available technologies including LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) engines and Micro Hybrid engines.
Kubota Micro Hybrid Technology is a system installed with a 48-volt motor generator using electric power only when intermittent overloads need to be handled.
A motor-assist function is used to deliver an additional 10 kW of electrical boost power when needed for occasional sudden loads enabling operators to select an engine with output to match the load range, together with electric power to compensate for infrequent intermittent overloads.
The Kubota Micro Hybrid Technology is particularly suitable for applications with intermittent overloads such as non-highway machines used on work sites, forklifts, sweepers and road rollers.
Among a range of other engines on show by Kubota at bauma will be the Kubota 09 Series V5009 engine which was the company’s first-ever diesel engine above 200 HP.
Designed to meet the higher power demands and wide range of needs in construction and industrial machines, the V5009 can deliver up to 157.3 kw (210.9 horsepower) while meeting the emissions standards of EPA Tier 4 and EU Stage V.
Grant added: “Although Kubota is renowned for its compact, smaller engines the feedback from users about the V5009 has been very positive.”
Also featuring on the Kubota booth will be digital presentations outlining Kubota’s vision on the use of alternative low or zero carbon fuels.
There will also be representation for Kubota Parts with a cabinet of small spare parts and a wall graphic highlighting the company’s extensive Worldwide Service Network.
A digital presentation (100 Years of Kubota Engine 1922-2022) will also feature on the booth
The Kubota team will be at bauma 2022 in Munich, Germany from 24th – 30th October in Hall A4, Stand 327
