Bad Boy Tractors 5045 vs Kioti DK55

Across 9 measurable specs, the Kioti DK55 leads 7 categories to 2. Machine pages: Bad Boy Tractors 5045 and Kioti DK55.

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	Bad Boy Tractors5045	KiotiDK55

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	TYM	KIOTI (Daedong)
Engine Model	A2300N2	4A220TLWB
Engine Type	4 cylinder water-cooled diesel, naturally aspirated	Water-cooled 4-cycle diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	139.5 in³	134.1 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	48 hp	54 hp
PTO Power	38.4 hp	45.2 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Dry element	High efficiency air filter with cyclone pre-cleaner canister
Fuel System	Not Published	Not Published
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	Not Published
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Tandem gear
Implement Flow	10.7 gpm	9.88 gpm
Steering Flow	5 gpm	4.33 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	15.7 gpm	14.2 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	15.7 gpm	14.2 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	2
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 4 ports	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.8 gal	18.0 gal
Coolant Capacity	2.08 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	1.20 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.04 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.90 gal	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Hydraulic independent
PTO Rear	540 / 540E rpm	540/1000 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category II (Category I ends optional)
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,306 lb	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,425 lb	2,654 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position, Draft and Mixed control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic (HST), 4-range	Synchronized shuttle
No. of Speeds	4 range (HST)	12F/12R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	19.5 mph	16.42 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	19.5 mph	13.59 mph
Clutch	None (HST)	Dry single
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock (standard)	Mechanical rear differential lock
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Compact utility tractor, 4WD	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet, multi-disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat	Adjustable seat
Front Axle Type	Selectable 4WD	4WD (bevel gear front wheel drive, push-button engagement)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Width	64.9 in	69.3 in (minimum tread)
Wheelbase	71.1 in	75.6 in
Ground Clearance	15.5 in	17.5 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.18 ft (with brake applied)	145 in
Height to Top of ROPS	98.4 in	106.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	85.5 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	99.6 in
Overall Length	127.4 in (with 3-point hitch)	130.5 in (with 3-point hitch)
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	3,831 lb	4,795 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	9.5-16 front / 12.4-28 rear (ag)	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	9.5-20
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4-28	14.9-28
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	29x12.5-15
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	44x18-20
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	14x17.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	18.4x24
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	SSQA	KL551: universal quick-attach bucket mount, 78 in QA bucket
Loader Model	BBL500	KL551; KL1595
Loader Lift Height	106.6 in	KL551: 113.58 in; KL1595: 127.52 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,700 lb (at pivot pin)	KL551: 2,850 lb; KL1595: 2,685 lb
Loader Breakout Force	3,660 lb	KL551: 4,675 lb; KL1595: 4,500 lb
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Basic 24 months or 1,000 hours; powertrain 72 months or 2,000 hours	Not Published
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection Branson TYM 15/20 Series--Bad Boy 40/50 Series Brush Screen $250.00	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection

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Bad Boy Tractors 5045 vs Kioti DK55: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Kioti DK55?

The Kioti DK55 leads on engine hp at 54 hp hp, compared to 48 hp hp for the Bad Boy Tractors 5045.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Kioti DK55?

The Kioti DK55 leads on pto hp at 45.2 hp hp, compared to 38.4 hp hp for the Bad Boy Tractors 5045.

Which is heavier, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Kioti DK55?

The Kioti DK55 leads on weight at 4,795 lb lb, compared to 3,831 lb lb for the Bad Boy Tractors 5045.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Kioti DK55?

The Kioti DK55 leads on loader lift at 2,850 lb lb, compared to 2,700 lb lb for the Bad Boy Tractors 5045.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Kioti DK55?

The Kioti DK55 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,654 lb lb, compared to 2,425 lb lb for the Bad Boy Tractors 5045.

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