Bobcat CT2540 vs Kioti CK4010

Across 8 measurable specs, the Kioti CK4010 leads 4 categories to 2 (2 tied). Machine pages: Bobcat CT2540 and Kioti CK4010.

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Category Verdict

Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT2540	KiotiCK4010

▶Engine
PTO Power	33 hp	34.9 hp
Alternator	75 A, 12 V	75 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dry type, replaceable	Not Published
Engine Type	3 cylinder, water cooled, 4 cycle, Vertical In-Line Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)	In-line vertical, water-cooled 4-cycle diesel, CRDI
Fuel System	Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)	Common rail direct injection (CRDI)
Displacement	109.8 in³	111.4 in³
Engine Model	Daedong 0.5 gal 3-cyl diesel	—
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water cooled	Water-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	KIOTI (Daedong)
Engine Power (Gross)	39.6 hp	39.6 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Stage V	Not Published
▶Weight
Weight with ROPS and Loader	3585 lbs	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	3,642 lb	Not Published
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months of coverage from defects in material and workmanship or 1,500 hours of usage (whichever occurs first)	Limited: Tractors (Non-Commercial Application) 24 months parts & labor; Extended (driveline): 48 months parts & labor
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Gear	Gear
Steering Flow	4.5 gpm	Not Published
Implement Flow	6.9 gpm	Not Published
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.3 gpm	11.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open Center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	NOT FOUND — no source reviewed explicitly lists a separate 'Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow' figure for the CT2540. Sources only report total Implement Pump Flow of 11.7 gpm (44.5 Lpm).	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	11.7 gpm (44.5 Lpm)	11.7 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	NOT FOUND — no source reviewed explicitly lists a count of *optional* remote valves for the CT2540. The spec sheet at tractorgearbox.com lists 'Number of Standard Remote Valves: 1/2' only.	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Std. (4 port)	Optional (2 valves/4 ports)
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	540/540E RPM	540 rpm (1.375)
PTO Type	Independent	Live
Lift Control Type	Position	Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,270.7 lb	1,631 lb at 24 in
Mid-PTO Availability	2000.0 RPM	Optional, 2,000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,631 lb	1,631 lb
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.0-20 R3	41X14-20/4
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.5-15 R3	28X8.5-15/6
Tire Size & Options	Not Published	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 R4	15-19.5
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.5-14 R4	27X8.5-15
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.4-24 R1	11.2-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-16 R1	7-16
▶Fluid Capacity
Coolant Capacity	NOT FOUND — field label present in source but numeric value is truncated/missing in all retrieved results	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	6.4 qts	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	9 gal	9.0 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	NOT FOUND — no explicit value located in any source	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	NOT FOUND — no explicit fill capacity value located in any source	Not Published
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Model	Bobcat FL8	—
Loader Lift Height	100 in	98.4 in
Loader Breakout Force	2838 lbs	3,464 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	NOT FOUND — no CT2540-specific quick attach system name/model explicitly stated in any source reviewed	Not Published
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1389 lbs	1,835 lb
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Clutch	Not Published	Dry dual stage
No. of Speeds	3 range	9F/3R
Transmission Type	HST, 3 range	Manual
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	15.8 mph	14.63 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	10.9 mph	9.56 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear Std.	Rear differential lock (standard)
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Brakes	Wet disc type	Wet multi disc
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	4WD
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Textile Suspension Seat, w/retractable seat belt	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Wheelbase	92.6 in	65.7 in
Overall Width	56.0 in	55.1 in (R1); 63.1 in (R4)
Ground Clearance	13 in	13.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS	NOT FOUND	99.2 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	91.7 in	91.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	NOT FOUND	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	96.5 in	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	137.3 in	120.9 in
▶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	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection Kioti CK2610/20 CK3510/20 CK4010/20 Brush Screen Insert $250.00 Kioti DK10/20 & CK10/20 with 6 bolt Grill Guard Brush Screen Insert $250.00

Bobcat CT2540 vs Kioti CK4010: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT2540 or the Kioti CK4010?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 39.6 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT2540 or the Kioti CK4010?

The Kioti CK4010 leads on pto hp at 34.9 hp hp, compared to 33 hp hp for the Bobcat CT2540.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT2540 or the Kioti CK4010?

The Kioti CK4010 leads on loader lift at 1,835 lb lb, compared to 1,389 lb lb for the Bobcat CT2540.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT2540 or the Kioti CK4010?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 1,631 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

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