Case IH Farmall 45C vs Kioti DK45

Across 9 measurable specs, the Kioti DK45 leads 7 categories to 1 (1 tied). Machine pages: Case IH Farmall 45C and Kioti DK45.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	Case IHFarmall 45C	KiotiDK45

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	LS Mtron	KIOTI (Daedong)
Engine Model	L3C19-T	4A220
Engine Type	Diesel, 3-cylinder, turbocharged	Not Published
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Displacement	115.9 in³	134.1 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	45 hp	45 hp
PTO Power	36 hp	38 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Replaceable dry element	Dual stage air filter cartridge
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection	Not Published
Alternator	70 A	Not Published
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	9.9 gpm
Steering Flow	5.3 gpm	4.3 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	13.5 gpm (8.2 + 5.3, computed)	14.2 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	14.2 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1	1
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	10.5 gal	11.5 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent rear PTO, electro-hydraulic engagement	Hydraulic independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2000 rpm	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I (Category II ends optional)
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	3,968 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,756 lb	2,987 lb
Lift Control Type	Mechanical draft control (MDC)	Position, Draft and Mixed control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	3-range hydrostatic (optional)	Synchronized shuttle
No. of Speeds	3 ranges	12F/12R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	17.9 mph	15.84 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	n/a (no clutch on hydrostatic)	Dry single plate
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical differential lock	Mechanical rear differential lock
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Hydraulic power steering
Brakes	Wet multi-disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe seat with armrests and an adjustable backrest	Adjustable seat
Front Axle Type	Mechanical Front Drive (MFD)	4WD (MFWD)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Width	69.1 in	61.0 in
Wheelbase	73.2 in	71.6 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	14.5 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	123.2 in
Height to Top of ROPS	97.1 in	87.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	78.6 in	64.5 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	91 in
Overall Length	128.1 in	130.7 in (with 3-point hitch)
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	3,770 lb	3,895 lb (ag tires, ROPS)
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24	14.9-24
R3 Turf - Front	28x8.50-15	29x12.5-15
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	21.5L-16.1
R4 Industrial - Front	12-16.5	12x16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	17.5L-24
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Quick-Attach faceplate; mid-mount frame for fast loader connect and disconnect (L360A)	Not Published
Loader Model	L360A	KL249; KL1470; KL1590
Loader Lift Height	112 in	KL249: 107.5 in; KL1470: 111.44 in; KL1590: 121.06 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,830 lb at 31.5 in. forward of pivot pin	KL249: 2,050 lb; KL1470: 2,100 lb; KL1590: 2,500 lb
Loader Breakout Force	3,114 lbf	KL249: 3,695 lb; KL1470: 3,400 lb; KL1590: 4,000 lb
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Basic 2 years; powertrain 4 additional years (6-year, 72-month total)	Not Published
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection

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Case IH Farmall 45C vs Kioti DK45: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Case IH Farmall 45C or the Kioti DK45?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 45 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Case IH Farmall 45C or the Kioti DK45?

The Kioti DK45 leads on pto hp at 38 hp hp, compared to 36 hp hp for the Case IH Farmall 45C.

Which is heavier, the Case IH Farmall 45C or the Kioti DK45?

The Kioti DK45 leads on weight at 3,895 lb lb, compared to 3,770 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall 45C.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Case IH Farmall 45C or the Kioti DK45?

The Kioti DK45 leads on loader lift at 2,500 lb lb, compared to 1,830 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall 45C.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Case IH Farmall 45C or the Kioti DK45?

The Kioti DK45 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,987 lb lb, compared to 2,756 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall 45C.

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