Compact Power for Your Property

For acreage owners looking for one machine that can handle a wide range of property tasks, compact utility tractors continue to play a key role. That focus on versatility was on display at Kubota Connect 2025, held September 29-30 in Grapevine, Texas, where more than 1,000 Kubota dealers gathered for a products and solutions hub, general session and hands-on ride-and-drive experience.

The event also spotlighted Kubota’s newest Grand L70 compact utility tractor series, giving attendees an up-close look at how the tractors combine a compact footprint with adaptable performance, improved comfort and better visibility. Developed with feedback from operators and dealers, the Grand L70 is designed to meet common challenges faced by users while remaining easy to use, reliable and compatible with a range of attachments.

For many acreage owners, that kind of flexibility is exactly what they look for in a compact tractor.

“You want to move materials,” said Paul Manger, executive director of product marketing at Kubota. “You've got to cut, you've got to mow. So you're going to want to have a tractor. You're going to want to pull a rotary cutter behind you. Maybe you're going to clear some land, and you're going to move some limbs and some trees, and you're going to want a grapple or a bucket and you're going to move dirt. You'll put a garden in, have a tiller, pull a tiller behind the tractor. There are so many different things that make a utility tractor handy for folks that have acreage and are enjoying that kind of lifestyle.”

Designed Around Users

The Grand L series has evolved steadily since 1994, with the Grand L70 continuing that tradition. It brings updates in comfort, technology and usability while keeping the performance acreage owners rely on.

“The way that you build quality and reliability is you continue to reap and improve as you go along,” added Manger. “Many of the basic parts of the tractor are just further evolving. They're very similar, but they're a little bit tweaked here and there to make them a little bit better, a little bit more reliable. Even though we have a lot of massive changes, many of the features are consistent.”

Kubota focused on making the operator experience easier and more comfortable, keeping the engine and transmission familiar while adding practical updates. The Grand L70 lineup includes four models: 3770 Deluxe at 37 horsepower, 4270 Deluxe at 42 horsepower, 3970 Premium at 44 horsepower and 60 Premium at 60 horsepower. The series is available in two trims, Deluxe and Premium, and hydrostatic transmissions are standard.

Comfort for Long Workdays

One of the most noticeable upgrades is the redesigned four-post cab. Removing the middle posts reduces blind spots and creates a wide, clear view when using the loader. The cab also features more glass, curved rear windows, a flat floor, repositioned controls and air ride seats for added comfort.

“That was the first thing that I recognized,” said Bobby Cummings, product marketing director for compact utility tractors at Kubota. “I said, ‘Wow, that's a new cab.’ I immediately recognized it.”

For those in colder climates, a cold-weather package adds heated glass, LED lights and remote start. A recirculation valve improves air circulation by 36%, enhancing temperature control and reducing dust, especially useful in cold or dusty conditions.

The cab also features new storage options, including a phone holder, cup holder and side file pocket, along with a color K Command display, soft-touch buttons, jog dial and Bluetooth connectivity for modern convenience.

Technology That Makes Work Easier

The Grand L70 offers features that reduce strain and make daily tasks simpler. Premium models have a multifunction joystick to adjust loader functions, speed, throttle and transmission modes without stopping.

The flagship series also offers optional forward and reverse cameras aimed at improving safety while maneuvering. The front mounts on the grille guard for optimal sightline, while the rear automatically activates when reversing to reduce accidents.

Preset modes let operators quickly switch between tasks like moving dirt, clearing snow or traveling around the property. Power management systems help the tractor respond smoothly under different loads, keeping work efficient and comfortable.

Loaders and Attachments

Kubota updated its loader options with the LA806 and LA1056 models to replace the previous 805 and 1055 models. The loaders offer increased capability and improved usability, including a tool-free removal system that allows operators to detach the loader more quickly when switching tasks or performing maintenance.

The LA1056 also adds mechanical self-leveling for consistent bucket positioning. Optional loader lights help with early morning or late evening work. The tractors work with a wide range of attachments, including buckets, grapples, bale spears and pallet forks, giving acreage owners plenty of versatility.

Ready-to-Use Tractors

Kubota now ships Grand L70 tractors fully assembled to dealers, ready for use.

“Normally in the past, we've always shipped these tractors in crates to the dealers,” noted Cummings. “So the dealer had to unload it with a large forklift, install the tires, install the loader.”

This reduces setup time and allows dealers to focus on helping customers learn the new features. Early access to training and materials ensures staff can demonstrate systems and answer questions efficiently.

Built From Your Feedback

Through open discussion with operators, the Grand L70 series is set to be a standout among other compact utility tractors. The series blends multifunctional capability with the performance that acreage demands, and trim options that cater to a range of budgets.

The company plans to keep in touch with buyers, as well, to keep the conversation going even after the release.

“When customers buy these machines, we'll go visit them, some of them a year afterwards, and we'll say, ‘How's it been?’ We'll ask them how the machines are and if they like them. ‘Are they glad they bought it?’ We want to hear,” said Manger.

Feedback from users will continue to guide service, training and future updates, ensuring the Grand L70 evolves alongside property owners’ needs. Pre-orders are available through local dealers, with shipments expected to begin in February 2026.