Bobcat CT1025 vs Kioti CS2530

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

Across 9 measurable specs, the Bobcat CT1025 leads 4 categories to 3 (2 tied). Machine pages: Bobcat CT1025 and Kioti CS2530.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Bobcat CT1025	Kioti CS2530
Engine HP (hp)	24.5 hp	24.5 hp
PTO HP (hp)	18.8 hp	▲ 19.3 hp
Weight (lb)	1,521 lb	▲ 2,403 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	608 lb	▲ 871 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	700 lb	700 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 71.9 in	70.9 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 1,554 lbf	1,299 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 7.2 gpm	7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 11.1 mph	9 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Bobcat CT1025Kioti CS2530

Engine HPhp

▲24.5 hp

PTO HPhp

18.8 hp

▲19.3 hp

Weightlb

1,521 lb

1,735 lb

▲2,403 lb

CS2530HCS2530CH

Loader Liftlb

608 lb

▲871 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲700 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT1025	KiotiCS2530


Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	Daedong
Engine Model	3C100LFH-U1	CS2530H: 3L123-TH4C; CS2530CH: 3L123-TH4A
Engine Type	Diesel	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	61.5 in³	75.2 in³
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	3000 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	24.5 hp	24.5 hp
PTO Power	18.8 hp	19.3 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry type, replaceable	Not Published
Fuel System	Indirect injection (IDI)	Indirect injection
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	Not Published	4.9 gpm
Steering Flow	Not Published	2.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	7.2 gpm	6.97 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	7.2 gpm	6.97 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	None (rear hydraulics optional)	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 pair	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	6.7 gal	6.7 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	0.53 gal
Crankcase Capacity	4.0 qt	0.98 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	3.4 gal	2.75 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.1 qt	0.53 gal

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard: 2200 rpm	Available (2,200 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I Limited	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1576 lb	1,580 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	700 lb	700 lb
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic Position Control System	Position

Transmission Type	2-Range HST	Hydrostatic (HST)
No. of Speeds	Infinite forward and reverse (2-range)	Infinite, 2 range (High/Low)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	11.1 mph	8.99 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	7.6 mph	6.15 mph
Clutch	Not Published	None (hydrostatic transmission)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock (standard)	Rear differential lock (standard)

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Wet multi-disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Adjustable seat (standard)	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Four-wheel drive (standard)	Mechanical 4WD
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	99.3 in	102.9 in
Overall Width	45.7 in	48.8 in
Wheelbase	55.1 in	55.1 in
Ground Clearance	6.3 in	6.4 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	100.0 in (with brake applied)	8.33 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	87.6 in	87.6 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	83 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	1521 lb	CS2530H: 1,735 lb; CS2530CH: 2,403 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	R4 Industrial: 18x8.5-10 front, 26x12.00-12 rear; R3 Turf: 18x8.5-10 front, 26x12.00-12 rear
R1 Agricultural - Front	18x8.5-10	18x8.5-10
R1 Agricultural - Rear	26x12.00-12	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	18x8.5-10	18x8.5-10
R3 Turf - Rear	26x12.00-12	26x12.00-12
R4 Industrial - Front	18x8.5-10	18x8.5-10
R4 Industrial - Rear	26x12.00-12	26x12.00-12

Quick Attach Loader System	Standard quick attach mounting system	Quick attach bucket, 48 in
Loader Model	FL6	SL2530
Loader Lift Height	71.9 in	SL2530: 70.9 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	608 lb	SL2530: 871 lb
Loader Breakout Force	1554 lb	SL2530: 1,299 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months or 1500 hours (whichever occurs first) on all components; powertrain and engine components 48 months (unlimited hours) for consumer purchasers, 36 months or 2000 hours for commercial purchasers	Non-commercial: 24 months, unlimited hours, parts and labor, 0% deductible; non-commercial powertrain (engine and driveline): 72 months, unlimited hours

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Bobcat CT1025 vs Kioti CS2530: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kioti CS2530?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 24.5 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kioti CS2530?: The Kioti CS2530 leads on pto hp at 19.3 hp hp, compared to 18.8 hp hp for the Bobcat CT1025.
Which is heavier, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kioti CS2530?: The Kioti CS2530 leads on weight at 2,403 lb lb, compared to 1,521 lb lb for the Bobcat CT1025.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kioti CS2530?: The Kioti CS2530 leads on loader lift at 871 lb lb, compared to 608 lb lb for the Bobcat CT1025.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kioti CS2530?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 700 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

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Category Verdict

Spec	Bobcat CT1025	Kioti CS2530
Engine HP (hp)	24.5 hp	24.5 hp
PTO HP (hp)	18.8 hp	▲ 19.3 hp
Weight (lb)	1,521 lb	▲ 2,403 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	608 lb	▲ 871 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	700 lb	700 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 71.9 in	70.9 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 1,554 lbf	1,299 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 7.2 gpm	7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 11.1 mph	9 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Bobcat CT1025Kioti CS2530

Engine HPhp

▲24.5 hp

PTO HPhp

18.8 hp

▲19.3 hp

Weightlb

1,521 lb

1,735 lb

▲2,403 lb

CS2530HCS2530CH

Loader Liftlb

608 lb

▲871 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲700 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT1025	KiotiCS2530


Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	Daedong
Engine Model	3C100LFH-U1	CS2530H: 3L123-TH4C; CS2530CH: 3L123-TH4A
Engine Type	Diesel	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	61.5 in³	75.2 in³
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	3000 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	24.5 hp	24.5 hp
PTO Power	18.8 hp	19.3 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry type, replaceable	Not Published
Fuel System	Indirect injection (IDI)	Indirect injection
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	Not Published	4.9 gpm
Steering Flow	Not Published	2.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	7.2 gpm	6.97 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	7.2 gpm	6.97 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	None (rear hydraulics optional)	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 pair	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	6.7 gal	6.7 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	0.53 gal
Crankcase Capacity	4.0 qt	0.98 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	3.4 gal	2.75 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.1 qt	0.53 gal

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard: 2200 rpm	Available (2,200 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I Limited	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1576 lb	1,580 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	700 lb	700 lb
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic Position Control System	Position

Transmission Type	2-Range HST	Hydrostatic (HST)
No. of Speeds	Infinite forward and reverse (2-range)	Infinite, 2 range (High/Low)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	11.1 mph	8.99 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	7.6 mph	6.15 mph
Clutch	Not Published	None (hydrostatic transmission)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock (standard)	Rear differential lock (standard)

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Wet multi-disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Adjustable seat (standard)	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Four-wheel drive (standard)	Mechanical 4WD
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	99.3 in	102.9 in
Overall Width	45.7 in	48.8 in
Wheelbase	55.1 in	55.1 in
Ground Clearance	6.3 in	6.4 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	100.0 in (with brake applied)	8.33 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	87.6 in	87.6 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	83 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	1521 lb	CS2530H: 1,735 lb; CS2530CH: 2,403 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	R4 Industrial: 18x8.5-10 front, 26x12.00-12 rear; R3 Turf: 18x8.5-10 front, 26x12.00-12 rear
R1 Agricultural - Front	18x8.5-10	18x8.5-10
R1 Agricultural - Rear	26x12.00-12	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	18x8.5-10	18x8.5-10
R3 Turf - Rear	26x12.00-12	26x12.00-12
R4 Industrial - Front	18x8.5-10	18x8.5-10
R4 Industrial - Rear	26x12.00-12	26x12.00-12

Quick Attach Loader System	Standard quick attach mounting system	Quick attach bucket, 48 in
Loader Model	FL6	SL2530
Loader Lift Height	71.9 in	SL2530: 70.9 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	608 lb	SL2530: 871 lb
Loader Breakout Force	1554 lb	SL2530: 1,299 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months or 1500 hours (whichever occurs first) on all components; powertrain and engine components 48 months (unlimited hours) for consumer purchasers, 36 months or 2000 hours for commercial purchasers	Non-commercial: 24 months, unlimited hours, parts and labor, 0% deductible; non-commercial powertrain (engine and driveline): 72 months, unlimited hours

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Bobcat CT1025 vs Kioti CS2530: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kioti CS2530?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 24.5 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kioti CS2530?

The Kioti CS2530 leads on pto hp at 19.3 hp hp, compared to 18.8 hp hp for the Bobcat CT1025.

Which is heavier, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kioti CS2530?

The Kioti CS2530 leads on weight at 2,403 lb lb, compared to 1,521 lb lb for the Bobcat CT1025.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kioti CS2530?

The Kioti CS2530 leads on loader lift at 871 lb lb, compared to 608 lb lb for the Bobcat CT1025.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kioti CS2530?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 700 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

Bobcat CT1025 vs Kioti CS2530

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