Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Kioti DK45?

The Kioti DK45 leads on engine hp at 45 hp hp, compared to 44.9 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4045.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Kioti DK45?

The Kioti DK45 leads on pto hp at 38 hp hp, compared to 32.8 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4045.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Kioti DK45?

The Kioti DK45 leads on loader lift at 2,050 lb lb, compared to 1,795 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4045.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Kioti DK45?

The Bobcat CT4045 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,716 lb lb, compared to 2,314 lb lb for the Kioti DK45.

Bobcat CT4045 vs Kioti DK45

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

Across 7 measurable specs, the Kioti DK45 leads 4 categories to 3. Machine pages: Bobcat CT4045 and Kioti DK45.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Bobcat CT4045	Kioti DK45
Engine HP (hp)	44.9 hp	▲ 45 hp
PTO HP (hp)	32.8 hp	▲ 38 hp
Loader Lift (lb)	1,795 lb	▲ 2,050 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 2,716 lb	2,314 lb
Lift Height (in)	104.6 in	▲ 107.5 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 4,136 lbf	3,500 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 16.5 gpm	13.2 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	18.5 mph	—

The headline numbers at a glance.

Bobcat CT4045Kioti DK45

Engine HPhp

44.9 hp

▲45 hp

PTO HPhp

32.8 hp

▲38 hp

Weightlb

—

Loader Liftlb

1,795 lb

▲2,050 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲2,716 lb

2,314 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT4045	KiotiDK45


PTO Power	32.8 hp	38 hp
Alternator	alternator	50 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Engine Type	Diesel	Diesel, liquid-cooled
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection	Indirect injection
Displacement	111.4 in³	134.1 in³
Engine Model	Daedong 3F183T	—
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Cooling System Type	Not Published	Liquid-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	KIOTI (Daedong)
Engine Power (Gross)	44.9 hp	45 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published

Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Published

Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months / 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first)	Limited: Tractors (Non-Commercial Application) 24 months parts & labor; Extended (driveline): 48 months parts & labor

Pump Type	Open Center, Gear	Not Published
Steering Flow	4.94 gpm 18.7 lpm	5.0 gpm
Implement Flow	9.6 gal/min (36.5 Lpm)	Not Published
Total Hydraulic Flow	16.5 gpm	13.2 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	open center	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	NOT FOUND	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	16.5 gpm	14.2 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	NOT FOUND	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1 Pair Std (2nd Pair Opt)	Not Published

PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm (1.375)
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic Position Control System	Position and draft control
Hitch Lift Capacity	2716 lb.	2,314 lb (at ends)
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional: 2119 rpm	Optional (2,000 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,716 lb	Not Published

R3 Turf - Rear	44X18-20	14.9-24
R3 Turf - Front	29X12.5-15	10X16.5
Tire Size & Options	Turf Tires, Industrial Tires, Agricultural Tires	Agricultural; Lawn/Turf
R4 Industrial - Rear	NOT FOUND	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	NOT FOUND	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24	14.9-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	8-16	9.5-16

Coolant Capacity	6.7 (6.3) qts (L)	9.4 qt
Crankcase Capacity	6.4 (6.0) qts (L)	7.4 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity	12.7 gal.	10.6 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	8.2 gal

Loader Model	FL9	—
Loader Lift Height	104.6 in.	107.5 in
Loader Breakout Force	4136 lb.	3,500 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	Standard Quick Attach Mounting System	Not Published
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1795 lb.	2,050 lb

Clutch	NOT FOUND — no source explicitly states clutch type (e.g., dry single-disc). SST requires clutch to shift gears; HST has no clutch pedal.	Dry disc
No. of Speeds	8F X 8R Synchro	8F/8R; 12F/12R
Transmission Type	3-Range HST	Synchronized shuttle
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	18.5 mph (29.7 km/hr.)	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	12.9 mph (20.8 km/hr.)	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Std	Mechanical rear differential lock

Brakes	Wet Multi-disc	Wet disc
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Power steering
Frame Type	4x4 MFWD 4WD	Not Published
Front Axle Type	NOT FOUND — no source explicitly labels a 'Front Axle Type' value for the CT4045	4WD (MFWD)
Drawbar Capacity	NOT FOUND — no credible source reviewed lists an explicit drawbar capacity value for the CT4045	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	NOT FOUND — no source reviewed lists an explicit front axle rating (lb or kg) for the CT4045	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Suspension seat (standard); deluxe suspension seat available on select models - fully adjustable, foldable right-hand armrest	Not Published

Wheelbase	71.2 in.	71.6 in
Overall Width	67.0 in.	61 in
Ground Clearance	15.3 in.	14.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS	97.4 in.	87.5 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	NOT FOUND — no cab model variant of the CT4045 was found in any source reviewed; all sources describe an open ROPS station	91 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	NOT FOUND — no source reviewed explicitly lists a folded ROPS height for the CT4045	64.5 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	103.5 in.	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	125.5 in.	130.7 in

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

Bobcat CT4045 vs Kioti DK45: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Kioti DK45?: The Kioti DK45 leads on engine hp at 45 hp hp, compared to 44.9 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4045.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Kioti DK45?: The Kioti DK45 leads on pto hp at 38 hp hp, compared to 32.8 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4045.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Kioti DK45?: The Kioti DK45 leads on loader lift at 2,050 lb lb, compared to 1,795 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4045.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Kioti DK45?: The Bobcat CT4045 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,716 lb lb, compared to 2,314 lb lb for the Kioti DK45.