Bobcat CT4045 vs Kioti DK4520

Across 8 measurable specs, this matchup is a dead heat: 3 categories to the Bobcat CT4045, 3 to the Kioti DK4520, 2 tied. Machine pages: Bobcat CT4045 and Kioti DK4520.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT4045	KiotiDK4520

▶Engine
PTO Power	32.8 hp	38.9 hp
Alternator	alternator	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Engine Type	Diesel	Diesel, 4-cycle, water-cooled engine
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection	Not Published
Displacement	111.4 in³	111.4 in³
Engine Model	Daedong 3F183T	—
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Cooling System Type	Not Published	Water-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	KIOTI (Daedong)
Engine Power (Gross)	44.9 hp	44.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
▶Weight
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Published
▶Warranty
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
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Open Center, Gear	Gear
Steering Flow	4.94 gpm 18.7 lpm	4.94 gpm
Implement Flow	9.6 gal/min (36.5 Lpm)	9.62 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	16.5 gpm	14.56 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	open center	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	NOT FOUND	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	16.5 gpm	14.56 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	NOT FOUND	2 (optional)
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1 Pair Std (2nd Pair Opt)	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic Position Control System	Position
Hitch Lift Capacity	2716 lb.	2,998 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional: 2119 rpm	Available: 2,000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,716 lb	2,716 lb
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	44X18-20	5.7 gal-16.1
R3 Turf - Front	29X12.5-15	29-12.5-15
Tire Size & Options	Turf Tires, Industrial Tires, Agricultural Tires	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	NOT FOUND	14.9-24
R4 Industrial - Front	NOT FOUND	10-16.5
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24	13.6-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	8-16	8.0-16
▶Fluid Capacity
Coolant Capacity	6.7 (6.3) qts (L)	0.89 gal (engine only)
Crankcase Capacity	6.4 (6.0) qts (L)	1.95 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity	12.7 gal.	11.9 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	1.48 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	11.4 gal
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Model	FL9	—
Loader Lift Height	104.6 in.	107.7 in
Loader Breakout Force	4136 lb.	3,895 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	Standard Quick Attach Mounting System	Quick Attach (QA) bucket
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1795 lb.	2,474 lb @ 59.84 in pivot pin height
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
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 Single Stage
No. of Speeds	8F X 8R Synchro	8F/8R
Transmission Type	3-Range HST	Synchronized Shuttle
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	18.5 mph (29.7 km/hr.)	16.70 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	12.9 mph (20.8 km/hr.)	16.30 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Std	Rear differential lock (standard)
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Brakes	Wet Multi-disc	Wet Multi Disc
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydrostatic 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	Mechanical 4WD
Drawbar Capacity	NOT FOUND — no credible source reviewed lists an explicit drawbar capacity value for the CT4045	1,655 lb (Vertical Load)
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
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Wheelbase	71.2 in.	71.3 in
Overall Width	67.0 in.	62.8 in
Ground Clearance	15.3 in.	14.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS	97.4 in.	96.8 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	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	NOT FOUND — no source reviewed explicitly lists a folded ROPS height for the CT4045	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	103.5 in.	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	125.5 in.	124.3 in
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Brush Guard Side Guards $200.00 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection	Brush Guard Side Guards $200.00 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection Kioti DK10/20 & CK10/20 with 6 bolt Grill Guard Brush Screen Insert $250.00

Bobcat CT4045 vs Kioti DK4520: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Kioti DK4520?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 44.9 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Kioti DK4520?

The Kioti DK4520 leads on pto hp at 38.9 hp hp, compared to 32.8 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4045.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Kioti DK4520?

The Kioti DK4520 leads on loader lift at 2,474 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 DK4520?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,716 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

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