Kioti CK30 vs Kioti CK3520

Across 6 measurable specs, this matchup is a dead heat: 3 categories to the Kioti CK30, 3 to the Kioti CK3520. Machine pages: Kioti CK30 and Kioti CK3520.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KiotiCK30	KiotiCK3520

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	KIOTI
Engine Model	CK30: 3A150LWM; CK30 HST: 3A150LWH	CK3520: 3H-TM4-U; CK3520H: 3H-TH4-U; CK3520SE, CK3520SEH, CK3520SEH CAB: 3H-TM4-U2 / 3H-TH4-U2
Engine Type	3 cylinder, in-line vertical, water-cooled 4-cycle diesel	3-cylinder, in-line, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	91.5 in³	111.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	30 hp	34.9 hp
PTO Power	CK30: 23 hp; CK30 HST: 22 hp	CK3520, CK3520SE: 30.9 hp; CK3520H, CK3520SEH, CK3520SEH CAB: 28.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 2	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry element
Fuel System	Not Published	Not Published
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	Not Published
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Gear (tandem)	Gear
Implement Flow	Not Published	CK3520, CK3520H: 7.14 gpm; CK3520SE, CK3520SEH, CK3520SEH CAB: 6.86 gpm
Steering Flow	Not Published	CK3520, CK3520H: 4.59 gpm; CK3520SE, CK3520SEH, CK3520SEH CAB: 4.46 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.7 gpm	CK3520, CK3520H: 11.73 gpm; CK3520SE, CK3520SEH, CK3520SEH CAB: 11.33 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	12.7 gpm	CK3520, CK3520H: 11.73 gpm; CK3520SE, CK3520SEH, CK3520SEH CAB: 11.33 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	CK3520, CK3520H: 0; CK3520SE, CK3520SEH, CK3520SEH CAB: 2
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2	CK3520, CK3520H: 2
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	7.9 gal	9.0 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	0.89 gal
Crankcase Capacity	6.1 qt	1.6 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	CK30: 7.1 gal; CK30 HST: 7.9 gal	5.8 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	1.6 gal
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Live	CK3520, CK3520H: Live; CK3520SE, CK3520SEH, CK3520SEH CAB: Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm (1,000 rpm optional)	540 rpm (1-3/8 in, 6 splines)
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2,000 rpm	Optional, 2,000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	2,270 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,764 lb	1,631 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	CK30: Synchro shuttle; CK30 HST: Hydrostatic	CK3520: Manual; CK3520H, CK3520SEH, CK3520SEH CAB: Hydrostatic; CK3520SE: Synchro shuttle
No. of Speeds	CK30: 8F/8R; CK30 HST: Infinite, 3 range	CK3520: 9F/3R; CK3520H, CK3520SEH, CK3520SEH CAB: Infinite, 3 range; CK3520SE: 12F/12R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	CK30: 14.91 mph; CK30 HST: 13.07 mph	CK3520: 14.64 mph; CK3520H, CK3520SEH, CK3520SEH CAB: 14.88 mph; CK3520SE: 15.53 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	CK30: 13.14 mph; CK30 HST: 9.15 mph	CK3520: 9.56 mph; CK3520H, CK3520SEH, CK3520SEH CAB: 10.41 mph; CK3520SE: 15.14 mph
Clutch	CK30: Dry dual; CK30 HST: Dry single	CK3520: Dry dual stage; CK3520H, CK3520SE: Dry single stage; CK3520SEH, CK3520SEH CAB: None (hydrostatic)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical rear differential lock (standard)	Rear differential lock (standard)
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	4WD, bevel gear type	4WD, manual engagement
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	1,433 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	122.2 in	120.9 in
Overall Width	54.6 in	54.5 in
Wheelbase	66.1 in	65.7 in
Ground Clearance	13.82 in	13.4 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.5 ft (with brake applied)	107.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS	96.8 in	92.9 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	92.5 in
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	CK30: 3,184 lb; CK30 HST: 3,142 lb	CK3520: 2,679 lb; CK3520H: 2,734 lb; CK3520SE: 2,906 lb; CK3520SEH: 2,921 lb; CK3520SEH CAB: 3,397 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 7-14 (Turf 27x8.50-15, Industrial 25x8.50-14); Rear AG 11.2-24 (Turf 41x14.00-20, Industrial 15-19.5)	Front AG 7-16 (Turf 28x8.5-15/6, Industrial 27x8.5-15); Rear AG 11.2-24 (Turf 41x14-20/4, Industrial 15-19.5)
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	7-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.50-15	28x8.5-15/6
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	41x14-20/4
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.50-14	27x8.5-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5	15-19.5
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Not Published
Loader Model	KL130	KL4030; KL4030C
Loader Lift Height	Not Published	98.4 in (KL4030 and KL4030C loaders)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	Not Published	KL4030: 1,835 lb; KL4030C: 1,969 lb
Loader Breakout Force	Not Published	KL4030: 3,464 lb; KL4030C: 2,989 lb
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	24 months unlimited hours, parts and labor (non-commercial); powertrain 72 months unlimited hours, parts and labor
▶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	Kioti CK2610/20 CK3510/20 CK4010/20 Brush Screen Insert $250.00 Kioti DK10/20 & CK10/20 with 6 bolt Grill Guard Brush Screen Insert $250.00

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Kioti CK30 vs Kioti CK3520: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kioti CK30 or the Kioti CK3520?

The Kioti CK3520 leads on engine hp at 34.9 hp hp, compared to 30 hp hp for the Kioti CK30.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kioti CK30 or the Kioti CK3520?

The Kioti CK3520 leads on pto hp at 30.9 hp hp, compared to 23 hp hp for the Kioti CK30.

Which is heavier, the Kioti CK30 or the Kioti CK3520?

The Kioti CK3520 leads on weight at 3,397 lb lb, compared to 3,184 lb lb for the Kioti CK30.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kioti CK30 or the Kioti CK3520?

The Kioti CK30 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,764 lb lb, compared to 1,631 lb lb for the Kioti CK3520.

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