Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Kioti DK5020?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 50.3 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Kioti DK5020?

The Kioti DK5020 leads on pto hp at 41.5 hp hp, compared to 39.3 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4050.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Kioti DK5020?

The Kioti DK5020 leads on loader lift at 2,474 lb lb, compared to 1,795 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4050.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Kioti DK5020?

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

Bobcat CT4050 vs Kioti DK5020

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, this matchup is a dead heat: 3 categories to the Bobcat CT4050, 3 to the Kioti DK5020, 2 tied. Machine pages: Bobcat CT4050 and Kioti DK5020.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Bobcat CT4050	Kioti DK5020
Engine HP (hp)	50.3 hp	50.3 hp
PTO HP (hp)	39.3 hp	▲ 41.5 hp
Loader Lift (lb)	1,795 lb	▲ 2,474 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,716 lb	2,716 lb
Lift Height (in)	104.6 in	▲ 107.7 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 4,136 lbf	3,895 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 16.5 gpm	14.6 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 18.5 mph	16.7 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Bobcat CT4050Kioti DK5020

Engine HPhp

▲50.3 hp

PTO HPhp

39.3 hp

▲41.5 hp

Weightlb

—

Loader Liftlb

1,795 lb

▲2,474 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲2,716 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT4050	KiotiDK5020


PTO Power	39.3 hp	41.5 hp
Alternator	alternator	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Dry type, replaceable	Not Published
Engine Type	diesel	Diesel, 4-cycle, water-cooled engine
Fuel System	Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)	Not Published
Displacement	111.4 in³	111.4 in³
Engine Model	3FT-THL4-U	—
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)	50.3 hp	50.3 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	36.40	Gear
Steering Flow	4.94 gpm 18.7 lpm	4.94 gpm
Implement Flow	9.62 gpm 36.4 lpm	9.62 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	16.5 gpm [HST] / 16.5 gpm [SST]	14.56 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	open center	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	36.40	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	16.5 gpm [HST] / 16.5 gpm [SST]	14.56 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2nd Pair Opt [HST] / 2 Pairs Opt [SST]	2 (optional)
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1 Pair Std (2nd Pair Opt) [HST] / Opt 2 Pairs [SST]	Not Published

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 [HST] / - [SST]	2,000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,716 lb	2,716 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	44x18.0-20 R3	5.7 gal-16.1
R3 Turf - Front	29x12.5-15NHS R3	29X12.5-15
Tire Size & Options	Not Published	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	4.6 gal-24 R4	14.9-24
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5 (124 A2)	10-16.5
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24	13.6-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	8-16	8.0-16

Coolant Capacity	0.9 gal	0.89 gal (engine only)
Crankcase Capacity	2 gal	1.95 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.9 gal	11.9 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.5 gal	1.48 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	11.4 gal	11.4 gal

Loader Model	FL9	—
Loader Lift Height	104.6 in.	107.7 in (to pivot pin)
Loader Breakout Force	4136 lb.	3,895 lb (at pivot pins)
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

Clutch	Standard	Dry Single Stage
No. of Speeds	8F X 8R [SST]	8F/8R
Transmission Type	3-Range HST [HST] / 8F X 8R Synchro [SST]	Synchronized Shuttle
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	18.5 mph (29.7 km/hr.) [HST] / 17.5 mph (28.2 km/hr.) [SST]	16.71 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	12.9 mph (20.8 km/hr.) [HST] / 17.1 mph (27.5 km/hr.) [SST]	16.28 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Std	Rear differential lock (standard)

Brakes	Wet Multi-disc	Wet Disc Type
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydraulic Power Steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Hydraulic multi disc Clutch	Mechanical 4WD
Drawbar Capacity	750.00 KG	1,655 lb (Vertical Load)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Std	Not Published

Wheelbase	71.2 in.	71.3 in
Overall Width	Ag Tires: 67.0 in. / Industrial Tires: 69.8 in. / Turf Tires: 72.2 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 Applicable	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	103.5 in.	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	125.5 in.	124.3 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 Kioti DK10/20 & CK10/20 with 6 bolt Grill Guard Brush Screen Insert $250.00

Bobcat CT4050 vs Kioti DK5020: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Kioti DK5020?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 50.3 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Kioti DK5020?: The Kioti DK5020 leads on pto hp at 41.5 hp hp, compared to 39.3 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4050.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Kioti DK5020?: The Kioti DK5020 leads on loader lift at 2,474 lb lb, compared to 1,795 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4050.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Kioti DK5020?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,716 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).