Kioti CK20 vs Yanmar SA221

Across 9 measurable specs, the Kioti CK20 leads 7 categories to 2. Machine pages: Kioti CK20 and Yanmar SA221.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KiotiCK20	YanmarSA221

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	YANMAR
Engine Model	3C093	3TNM74F
Engine Type	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel	4-cycle inline, water-cooled diesel, naturally aspirated
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	56.6 in³	60.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2800 rpm	3200 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	21 hp	21.5 hp
PTO Power	CK20: 16.5 hp; CK20HST: 15.5 hp	15.6 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	Not Published	Not Published
Alternator	Not Published	40 A
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Dual hydraulic pump
Implement Flow	Not Published	4.3 gpm
Steering Flow	Not Published	3.7 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	7.66 gpm	8.0 gpm (4.3 + 3.7, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	7.66 gpm	8.0 gpm (4.3 + 3.7, computed)
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	5.28 gal	6.1 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	3.0 qt
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	3.1 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	4.1 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	3.17 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	CK20: Transmission; CK20HST: Live	Independent, hydraulic clutch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	554 rpm @ 3,200 engine rpm; 1.4 in OD, 6 splines
Mid-PTO Availability	2,000 rpm	Independent mid-PTO, 2,057 rpm @ 3,200 engine rpm, SAE 16/32, 15 splines
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Limited Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,631 lb	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,109 lb	660 lb
Lift Control Type	Not Published	Select control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	CK20: 6-speed partially synchronized; CK20HST: Hydrostatic	Hydrostatic transmission
No. of Speeds	CK20: 6F/2R; CK20HST: Infinite	Infinite forward and reverse (hydrostatic); 1 range
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	10.1 mph	8.6 mph (with R4 tires)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	6.3 mph (with R4 tires)
Clutch	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Differential lock
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Full-frame chassis
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Fore-and-aft adjustable operator seat
Front Axle Type	4WD	Cast iron, selectable 4WD
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	105.7 in	102.1 in
Overall Width	44.1 in	47.3 in (with R4 tires)
Wheelbase	57.9 in	57.9 in
Ground Clearance	12.2 in	6.4 in (with R4 tires)
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	7.87 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	77.5 in	82.3 in (with R4 tires)
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	66.3 in (folded ROPS, top of steering wheel, R4 tires)
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	CK20: 1,962 lb; CK20HST: 1,993 lb	1,537 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	Front AG 6-12 (Turf 24x8.50-12/4, Industrial 24x8.50-12/4); Rear AG 9.5-16 (Turf 33x12.5-16.5, Industrial 12-16.5)	R3 Turf; R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	6-12	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	9.5-16	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	24x8.50-12/4	18x8.50-10 4PR
R3 Turf - Rear	33x12.5-16.5	26x12.0-12 4PR
R4 Industrial - Front	24x8.50-12/4	18x8.50-10 6PR
R4 Industrial - Rear	12-16.5	26x12.0-12 4PR
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	YL110: YANMAR quick attachment system
Loader Model	KL120	YL110
Loader Lift Height	KL120: 88.0 in	YL110: 71 in to pivot pin (51 in under level bucket)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	KL120: 1,076 lb	YL110: 825 lb at pivot pin
Loader Breakout Force	KL120: 1,515 lb	YL110: 1,342 lb at pivot pin
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Limited: Tractors (Non-Commercial Application) 24 months parts & labor; Extended (driveline): 48 months parts & labor	Tractor (private individual usage): 24 months or 2,000 hours; Powertrain (engine and transmission core components): 10 years or 3,000 hours; Attachments: 1-year limited warranty
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection	None tagged yet

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Kioti CK20 vs Yanmar SA221: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kioti CK20 or the Yanmar SA221?

The Yanmar SA221 leads on engine hp at 21.5 hp hp, compared to 21 hp hp for the Kioti CK20.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kioti CK20 or the Yanmar SA221?

The Kioti CK20 leads on pto hp at 16.5 hp hp, compared to 15.6 hp hp for the Yanmar SA221.

Which is heavier, the Kioti CK20 or the Yanmar SA221?

The Kioti CK20 leads on weight at 1,993 lb lb, compared to 1,537 lb lb for the Yanmar SA221.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kioti CK20 or the Yanmar SA221?

The Kioti CK20 leads on loader lift at 1,076 lb lb, compared to 825 lb lb for the Yanmar SA221.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kioti CK20 or the Yanmar SA221?

The Kioti CK20 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,109 lb lb, compared to 660 lb lb for the Yanmar SA221.

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