Kioti CK30 vs Mahindra Max 28XL

Across 8 measurable specs, this matchup is a dead heat: 4 categories to the Kioti CK30, 4 to the Mahindra Max 28XL. Machine pages: Kioti CK30 and Mahindra Max 28XL.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KiotiCK30	MahindraMax 28XL

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	Mitsubishi
Engine Model	CK30: 3A150LWM; CK30 HST: 3A150LWH	S3L2
Engine Type	3 cylinder, in-line vertical, water-cooled 4-cycle diesel	Four stroke, indirect injection water-cooled, diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	91.5 in³	80.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	30 hp	28 hp
PTO Power	CK30: 23 hp; CK30 HST: 22 hp	Shuttle: 23.5 hp; HST: 22 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 2	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	Not Published	Direct injection
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	50 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Gear (tandem)	Not Published
Implement Flow	Not Published	4.6 gpm
Steering Flow	Not Published	2.7 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, full live hydraulic with position control
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2	1 spool optional
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	7.9 gal	6.1 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	6.1 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	CK30: 7.1 gal; CK30 HST: 7.9 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Live	Trans
PTO Rear	540 rpm (1,000 rpm optional)	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2,000 rpm	Optional, 2000 rpm @ 2526 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category 1, with check chains
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	2205 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,764 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	CK30: Synchro shuttle; CK30 HST: Hydrostatic	Constant mesh on gear shift and synchro mesh on F/R shuttle
No. of Speeds	CK30: 8F/8R; CK30 HST: Infinite, 3 range	Infinite
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	CK30: 14.91 mph; CK30 HST: 13.07 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	CK30: 13.14 mph; CK30 HST: 9.15 mph	Not Published
Clutch	CK30: Dry dual; CK30 HST: Dry single	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical rear differential lock (standard)	Not Published
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic Power
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
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	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	122.2 in	109.3 in
Overall Width	54.6 in	54.3 in
Wheelbase	66.1 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	13.82 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.5 ft (with brake applied)	6.6 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	96.8 in	Not Published
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	Shuttle: 1819 lb; HST: 1863 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)	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	7x12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	9.5x16
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.50-15	23x8.5-12
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	33x12.5-16.5
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.50-14	23x8.5-12
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5	12x16.5
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Skid-steer style loader couplers
Loader Model	KL130	ML205 (named by both Mahindra spec sheets; a US listing calls the same loader the ML202)
Loader Lift Height	KL130: 92.5 in	ML205: 82.7 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	KL130: 1,155 lb (at pivot pins, full height)	ML205: 1402 lb
Loader Breakout Force	KL130: 2,046 lb (at pivot pins)	ML205: 2690 lb
▶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 Mahindra Max 28XL: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kioti CK30 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?

The Kioti CK30 leads on engine hp at 30 hp hp, compared to 28 hp hp for the Mahindra Max 28XL.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kioti CK30 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?

The Mahindra Max 28XL 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 Mahindra Max 28XL?

The Kioti CK30 leads on weight at 3,184 lb lb, compared to 1,863 lb lb for the Mahindra Max 28XL.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kioti CK30 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?

The Mahindra Max 28XL leads on loader lift at 1,402 lb lb, compared to 1,155 lb lb for the Kioti CK30.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kioti CK30 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?

The Mahindra Max 28XL leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,205 lb lb, compared to 1,764 lb lb for the Kioti CK30.

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