John Deere 2520 vs Kioti CS2610

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

Across 6 measurable specs, the John Deere 2520 leads 6 categories to 0. Machine pages: John Deere 2520 and Kioti CS2610.

Want a third or fourth machine in the mix? Open this matchup in the comparison tool and add up to two more.

Category Verdict

Spec	John Deere 2520	Kioti CS2610
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 26.5 hp	26 hp
PTO HP (hp)	20.5 hp	n/a
Weight (lb)	1,865 lb	n/a
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 800 lb	675.3 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,150 lb	n/a
Lift Height (in)	▲ 78.5 in	71.3 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 2,239 lbf	1,332 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 10.5 gpm	6.5 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 13 mph	10.3 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

John Deere 2520Kioti CS2610

Engine HPhp

▲26.5 hp

26 hp

PTO HPhp

20.5 hp

n/a

Weightlb

1,865 lb

n/a

Loader Liftlb

▲800 lb

675.3 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,150 lb

n/a

Share↓ Image 𝕏 f ✉

Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	John Deere2520	KiotiCS2610


Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Shibaura
Engine Model	3TNV82A-BMJK	S773L
Engine Type	3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel	3-cylinder diesel with pressurized radiator
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	81.2 in³	69.0 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	3000 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	26.5 hp	26 hp
PTO Power	20.5 hp	Not Published
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry type, two stage	Not Published
Fuel System	Not Published	Not Published
Alternator	20 A	Not Published

Pump Type	Not Published	Gear
Implement Flow	5.0 gpm	Not Published
Steering Flow	5.5 gpm	Not Published
Total Hydraulic Flow	10.5 gpm	6.5 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	10.5 gpm	6.5 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.1 gal	6.7 gal
Coolant Capacity	4.1 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	3.0 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	3.9 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	3.6 qt	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm (rear PTO standard)	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard	Standard (2,200 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1433 lb	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1150 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	2-range hydrostatic	Hydrostatic (HST)
No. of Speeds	Infinite forward and reverse, 2 ranges	Infinite, 2 range
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	13.0 mph	10.3 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	13.0 mph	7.0 mph
Clutch	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Rear differential lock (mechanical)

Frame Type	Folding ROPS standard	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Wet disk	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Mechanical front wheel drive (MFWD), standard, all ranges, engages on the go	4WD
Front Axle Rating	1940 lb	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	108.9 in	98.1 in
Overall Width	51.0 in (minimum, standard tires)	Not Published
Wheelbase	65.2 in	55.1 in
Ground Clearance	13 in (front axle); 11 in (rear axle drawbar)	6.4 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.2 ft	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	90 in	88 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	68.9 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	1865 lb	Not Published
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R3 turf standard (24x8.5-14 front, 36x14.00-15 rear); R4 industrial optional (23x8.5-12 front, 14-17.5 rear)	R3 Turf and R4 Industrial: 18x8.5-10 front, 26x12.00-12 rear
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	24x8.5-14	18x8.5-10
R3 Turf - Rear	36x14.00-15	26x12.00-12
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.5-12	18x8.5-10
R4 Industrial - Rear	14-17.5	26x12.00-12

Quick Attach Loader System	Quik-Park loader mounting; 200CX attaches and detaches in under 3 minutes with no tools	Quick attach (QA) bucket, 48 in
Loader Model	200CX	SL2410
Loader Lift Height	200CX: 78.5 in	SL2410: 71.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	200CX: 800 lb (at full height, measured at pivot)	SL2410: 675.3 lb
Loader Breakout Force	200CX: 2239 lbf (at pin)	SL2410: 1,332 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	3-year / 2,000-hour limited warranty (as sold new)	Not Published

Find a John Deere dealer near you Find a KIOTI dealer near you