Kioti CK30 vs Kubota L2550

Across 9 measurable specs, the Kioti CK30 leads 6 categories to 3. Machine pages: Kioti CK30 and Kubota L2550.

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Full Spec Sheet

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Spec	KiotiCK30	KubotaL2550

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	Kubota
Engine Model	CK30: 3A150LWM; CK30 HST: 3A150LWH	F (2WD), DT (4WD): D1402-DI-A; GST (4WD): D1402-DI-AE
Engine Type	3 cylinder, in-line vertical, water-cooled 4-cycle diesel	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	91.5 in³	85.1 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	30 hp	29.5 hp
PTO Power	CK30: 23 hp; CK30 HST: 22 hp	23.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 2	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Water-cooled, pressurized radiator
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Paper element
Fuel System	Not Published	Direct injection
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	35 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Gear (tandem)	Not Published
Implement Flow	Not Published	6.7 gpm
Steering Flow	Not Published	2.8 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.7 gpm	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	12.7 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2	Up to 3
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	7.9 gal	7.7 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	4.9 qt
Crankcase Capacity	6.1 qt	6.0 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	CK30: 7.1 gal; CK30 HST: 7.9 gal	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 7.5 gal; GST (4WD): 7.1 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	6.8 qt (4WD)
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Live	Continuous running (live PTO with dual clutch if equipped)
PTO Rear	540 rpm (1,000 rpm optional)	540/1000 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2,000 rpm	Optional mid-PTO, 1080/2000 rpm (USA No. 5, Kubota 10-tooth)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	2425 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,764 lb	1810 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control (draft control optional)
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	CK30: Synchro shuttle; CK30 HST: Hydrostatic	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Mechanical shuttle, 8F/8R; GST (4WD): Glide Shift Transmission, 8F/8R
No. of Speeds	CK30: 8F/8R; CK30 HST: Infinite, 3 range	8F/8R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	CK30: 14.91 mph; CK30 HST: 13.07 mph	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 13.5 mph; GST (4WD): 13.3 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	CK30: 13.14 mph; CK30 HST: 9.15 mph	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 12.2 mph; GST (4WD): 11.9 mph
Clutch	CK30: Dry dual; CK30 HST: Dry single	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Dry single plate or two plate (live PTO if equipped); GST (4WD): Dry single plate
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical rear differential lock (standard)	Rear differential lock (bevel gear differential)
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Two-post ROPS
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Recirculating ball manual steering or integral power steering (if equipped); GST (4WD): Integral type power steering
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc type
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	4WD, bevel gear type	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	1100 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	122.2 in	109.1 in (w/o 3P) (without 3-point hitch)
Overall Width	54.6 in	51.4 in
Wheelbase	66.1 in	64.6 in
Ground Clearance	13.82 in	F (2WD): 14.6 in; DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 13.6 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.5 ft (with brake applied)	7.5 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	96.8 in	79.9 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	CK30: 3,184 lb; CK30 HST: 3,142 lb	F (2WD): 2250 lb; DT (4WD): 2470 lb; GST (4WD): 2557 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)	Ag: 5.00-15 (2WD) or 7-16 (4WD) front, 11.2-24 rear
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	F (2WD): 5.00-15; DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 7-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.50-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.50-14	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5	Not Published
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Not Published
Loader Model	KL130	BF400G; LA450A
Loader Lift Height	KL130: 92.5 in	BF400G: 93.7 in; LA450A: 95 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	KL130: 1,155 lb (at pivot pins, full height)	BF400G: 882 lb; LA450A: 992 lb
Loader Breakout Force	KL130: 2,046 lb (at pivot pins)	BF400G: 1654 lbf; LA450A: 1863 lbf
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	Not Published
▶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 CK30 vs Kubota L2550: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kioti CK30 or the Kubota L2550?

The Kioti CK30 leads on engine hp at 30 hp hp, compared to 29.5 hp hp for the Kubota L2550.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kioti CK30 or the Kubota L2550?

The Kubota L2550 leads on pto hp at 23.5 hp hp, compared to 23 hp hp for the Kioti CK30.

Which is heavier, the Kioti CK30 or the Kubota L2550?

The Kioti CK30 leads on weight at 3,184 lb lb, compared to 2,250 lb lb for the Kubota L2550.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kioti CK30 or the Kubota L2550?

The Kioti CK30 leads on loader lift at 1,155 lb lb, compared to 992 lb lb for the Kubota L2550.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kioti CK30 or the Kubota L2550?

The Kubota L2550 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,810 lb lb, compared to 1,764 lb lb for the Kioti CK30.

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