Name: 2026 2026 Kubota RTV-X Crew Basic, Orange
Brand: Kubota
SKU: 23072

The 2026 Kubota RTV-X Crew Basic represents Kubota’s latest-generation full-size, heavy-duty diesel utility vehicle. Built to replace the retired RTV-X1140 moniker, the 2026 model introduces a redesigned, more aggressive front hood, smoother high/low gear shifting transmission programming, and upgraded high-intensity LED high/low beam headlights as standard equipment.

The primary selling point of the Crew remains Kubota’s ingenious K-Vertible conversion system, which allows a single operator to morph the UTV from a two-seat configuration with an expansive cargo bed into a four-seat crew layout in under a minute. As the entry-level “Basic” package, it retains the exact same industrial powertrain and chassis as the Premium grade, but trades flashy upgrades for a lower price point—featuring a smaller standard front grill guard, traditional steel wheels, and standard open-air operating components.

The mechanical foundation of the 2026 RTV-X Crew Basic is focused entirely on heavy-duty property maintenance, commercial jobsites, and farm use.

System / Component	2026 Specification Details
Engine	Kubota D1105 1,123cc, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel
Horsepower	23.3 HP @ 3000 rpm
Torque	51.4 lb-ft
Transmission	VHT-X (Variable Hydrostatic Transmission) with dynamic braking
Drive System	Selectable 2WD/4WD, limited-slip front diff, foot-operated rear diff lock
Max Speed	25 mph
Cargo Bed Load	1,102 lbs (2-seat setup) / 661 lbs (4-seat crew setup)
Towing Capacity	1,300 lbs via front and rear 2-inch receivers
Bed Volume / Lift	19.1 cu. ft. (2-seat) / 9.9 cu. ft. (4-seat) with standard hydraulic dump
Suspension	Independent front Dual A-arm / Independent rear with 8″ of travel
Brakes	Four-wheel sealed, multi-disk wet brakes
Ground Clearance	10.8 inches
Fuel Capacity	7.9 US Gallons