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Bobcat CT1021 vs Rural King RK21H

Every published spec for both machines, side by side. The verdict below is computed straight from the spec sheets, not opinion.

Across 8 measurable specs, the Bobcat CT1021 leads 5 categories to 3. Machine pages: Bobcat CT1021 and Rural King RK21H.

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Category Verdict

SpecBobcat CT1021Rural King RK21H
Engine HP (hp)21 hp21.5 hp
PTO HP (hp)16.3 hp15.4 hp
Weight (lb)1,942 lb
Loader Lift (lb)608 lb617 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)700 lb679 lb
Lift Height (in)71.9 in72 in
Breakout Force (lbf)1,554 lbf1,285 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)7.2 gpm7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)11.1 mph7.8 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Bobcat CT1021Rural King RK21H
Engine HPhp
21 hp
21.5 hp
PTO HPhp
16.3 hp
15.4 hp
Weightlb
1,942 lb
Loader Liftlb
608 lb
617 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb
700 lb
679 lb
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Full Spec Sheet

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

SpecBobcatCT1021Rural KingRK21H
PTO Power16.3 hp15.4 PTO HP
Alternatoralternator40 A, 12 V
Air CleanerNOT FOUNDSingle Dry
Engine TypeDieselYanmar EPA Tier 4 certified 3-cylinder, liquid cooled diesel (natural aspiration)
Fuel SystemMechanical Fuel Injection; Indirect (Swirl chamber)Indirect Fuel Injection
Displacement61.4 in³60.6 in³
Engine Model3C100LWH-U23TNM74F
No. of Cylinders33
Rated Engine Speed32003200 rpm
Cooling System TypeWater-cooledWater-cooled
Engine ManufacturerDaedongYanmar
Engine Power (Gross)21 hp21.5 hp
Engine Emissions ConstraintsTier 4Tier 4

Bobcat CT1021 vs Rural King RK21H: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT1021 or the Rural King RK21H?
The Rural King RK21H leads on engine hp at 21.5 hp hp, compared to 21 hp hp for the Bobcat CT1021.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT1021 or the Rural King RK21H?
The Bobcat CT1021 leads on pto hp at 16.3 hp hp, compared to 15.4 hp hp for the Rural King RK21H.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT1021 or the Rural King RK21H?
The Rural King RK21H leads on loader lift at 617 lb lb, compared to 608 lb lb for the Bobcat CT1021.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT1021 or the Rural King RK21H?
The Bobcat CT1021 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 700 lb lb, compared to 679 lb lb for the Rural King RK21H.

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