Winter Ready. Tips to Keep Your Kubota Ready

Cold weather is tough on equipment, but with a little preparation your Kubota can still handle everything winter throws at it. From clearing snow to tackling chores around the farm. Here are a few maintenance tips to help your machine start easier, run smoother, and last longer through the season.

Check Your Battery

Low temperatures drain batteries quickly. Test yours before winter hits and consider using a trickle charger if your Kubota sits for long periods. A strong battery means fewer headaches when it’s time to start working.

Protect Your Machine

Whenever possible, keep your tractor or RTV directly out of the snow/poor conditions. A garage or shed is ideal, but even parking it in a spot shielded from wind and snow can make cold starts less stressful and protect sensitive components.

Use the Right Fuel

Diesel can gel when temperatures dip below freezing. Stick with off-road diesel and add a winter fuel treatment to prevent gelling, moisture buildup, and hard starts. A small investment in additives can save you from big downtime later.

Give It Time to Warm Up

Don’t rush straight into work after starting your Kubota. Let the engine idle for several minutes so oil and fluids circulate properly. This helps protect the engine, transmission, and hydraulics from unnecessary strain in very cold conditions.

Keep It Running Between Jobs

If you’re only taking a short break, let your Kubota keep idling. Shutting it down and restarting repeatedly in cold weather is harder on the engine than letting it run.

Tip to Remember: A little extra care during the winter months not only makes your Kubota easier to start but also helps extend its overall life. Prep now, and you’ll spend less time worrying about your machine, and more time getting the job done. If you have any questions or are looking to winterize your Kubota by adding different attachments such as a BX snow implement in the back or a rotary sweeper, we have endless options here at Galer Equipment. Come by today before the winter season creeps in.