Kioti DK40 vs LS Tractor XR4140

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

Across 9 measurable specs, the Kioti DK40 leads 5 categories to 4. Machine pages: Kioti DK40 and LS Tractor XR4140.

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Spec	Kioti DK40	LS Tractor XR4140
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 41 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	34 hp	▲ 34.4 hp
Weight (lb)	3,924 lb	▲ 4,210 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,761 lb	2,713 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 2,493 lb	2,469 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 111.4 in	96.3 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	3,727 lbf	▲ 3,802 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 16.8 gpm	12.3 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	15.7 mph	▲ 16.8 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kioti DK40LS Tractor XR4140

Engine HPhp

40.4 hp

▲41 hp

40 hp

DK40DK40SEDK40SE HST

PTO HPhp

33.4 hp

34 hp

32.5 hp

▲34.4 hp

DK40DK40SEDK40SE HST

Weightlb

3,670.7 lb

3,924 lb

3,847 lb

3,770 lb

▲4,210 lb

DK40DK40SEDK40SE HSTRoll-barCabin

Loader Liftlb

2,100 lb

▲2,761 lb

2,713 lb

KL1470KL401

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,270.7 lb

▲2,493 lb

2,469 lb

DK40DK40SEDK40SE HST

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KiotiDK40	LS TractorXR4140


Engine Manufacturer	KIOTI	LS
Engine Model	DK40: 4A200; DK40SE: 4A200LWM; DK40SE HST: 4A200LWH	L3C19-T4
Engine Type	Indirect injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel	4-stroke, vertical, water cooling, CRDI
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	122.0 in³	114.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	DK40: 40.4 hp; DK40SE: 41 hp; DK40SE HST: 41 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	DK40: 33.4 hp; DK40SE: 34 hp; DK40SE HST: 32.5 hp	34.4 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry
Fuel System	Indirect injection	Delphi CRDI (Common Rail Direct Injection)
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	70 A, 12 V

Pump Type	DK40SE: Gear (tandem); DK40SE HST: Gear (tandem)	Gear pump type, engine drive
Implement Flow	7.6 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	4.5 gpm	4.1 gpm (mechanical); 5.5 gpm (HST)
Total Hydraulic Flow	DK40: 12.1 gpm (7.6 + 4.5, computed); DK40SE: 16.8 gpm; DK40SE HST: 16.8 gpm	12.3 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	DK40: 12.1 gpm (7.6 + 4.5, computed); DK40SE: 16.8 gpm; DK40SE HST: 16.8 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1	2
No. of Optional Remote Valves	DK40: 1 or 2 (2 or 4 ports, option); DK40SE: 1; DK40SE HST: 1	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	DK40: 10.6 gal; DK40SE: 11.9 gal; DK40SE HST: 11.9 gal	10.6 gal (roll-bar); 12.4 gal (cabin)
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	2.3 gal
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	1.6 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	11.6 gal	11.4 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.0 gal	2.1 gal

PTO Type	Independent	Independent PTO with wet disk clutch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 (standard); 540 / 750 / 1,000 (optional 3-speed)
Mid-PTO Availability	Available (2,000 rpm)	Yes, 2000 rpm mid-PTO
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,417 lb	2,756 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	DK40: 2,270.7 lb; DK40SE: 2,493 lb; DK40SE HST: 2,493 lb	2,469 lb
Lift Control Type	Position, draft, mixed control	Position and draft control

Transmission Type	DK40: Synchronized shuttle; DK40SE: Synchro shuttle; DK40SE HST: Hydrostatic drive	Synchro-shuttle (mechanical)
No. of Speeds	DK40: 8F/8R (16F/16R with creeper, DK40CR); DK40SE: 12F/12R; DK40SE HST: 3 range HST	F16 x R16 (F32 x R16 with creeper, optional)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	DK40: 14.53 mph; DK40SE: 15.7 mph; DK40SE HST: 15.6 mph	16.8 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	DK40: 13.40 mph; DK40SE: 14.8 mph; DK40SE HST: 10.9 mph	15.3 mph
Clutch	DK40: Dry single stage; DK40SE: Dry single stage; DK40SE HST: None	Dry single clutch (mechanical only)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock (standard)	Mechanical pedal type differential lock

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Adjustable suspension seat	Not Published
Front Axle Type	4WD	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	1,433 lb (max. drawbar load)	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	DK40: 139.8 in; DK40SE: 134.2 in; DK40SE HST: 134.2 in	133 in
Overall Width	DK40: 59.3 in; DK40SE: 63.9 in; DK40SE HST: 63.9 in	62.5 in
Wheelbase	DK40: 70 in; DK40SE: 74.0 in; DK40SE HST: 74.0 in	73.2 in
Ground Clearance	DK40: 10.1 in; DK40SE: 14.7 in; DK40SE HST: 14.7 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	DK40: 112.7 in (without brake); DK40SE: 114 in (9.5 ft, with brake applied); DK40SE HST: 114 in (9.5 ft, with brake applied)	9.5 ft (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	DK40: 97.0 in; DK40SE: 95.0 in; DK40SE HST: 95.0 in	93 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	96.3 in	92 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	DK40: 3,670.7 lb; DK40SE: 3,924 lb; DK40SE HST: 3,847 lb	Roll-bar: 3,770 lb; Cabin: 4,210 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural: 8-16 front, 13.6-24 rear (standard tires)	Ag 9.5-16 / 13.6-24; Turf 28x8.5-15 / 41x14-20; Industrial 12-16.5 / 17.5L-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	8-16	9.5-16 (6PR)
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24	13.6-24 (8PR)
R3 Turf - Front	DK40: 27x8.50-15; DK40SE: 29x12.5-15; DK40SE HST: 29x12.5-15	28x8.5-15
R3 Turf - Rear	DK40: 41x14-20; DK40SE: 21.5L-16.1; DK40SE HST: 21.5L-16.1	41x14-20
R4 Industrial - Front	10x16.5	12-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	14.9x24	17.5L-24

Quick Attach Loader System	Quick attach (QA) bucket, 72 in	Not Published
Loader Model	KL1470 (DK40); KL401 (DK40SE and DK40SE HST)	LL4104
Loader Lift Height	KL1470: 111.4 in; KL401: 107.8 in	LL4104: 96.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	KL1470: 2,100 lb; KL401: 2,761 lb	LL4104: 2,713 lb
Loader Breakout Force	KL1470: 3,400 lb; KL401: 3,727 lb	LL4104: 3,802 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	6-year / 1,500-hour limited powertrain warranty; 2-year / 750-hour bumper-to-bumper warranty

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Kioti DK40 vs LS Tractor XR4140: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kioti DK40 or the LS Tractor XR4140?: The Kioti DK40 leads on engine hp at 41 hp hp, compared to 40 hp hp for the LS Tractor XR4140.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kioti DK40 or the LS Tractor XR4140?: The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on pto hp at 34.4 hp hp, compared to 34 hp hp for the Kioti DK40.
Which is heavier, the Kioti DK40 or the LS Tractor XR4140?: The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on weight at 4,210 lb lb, compared to 3,924 lb lb for the Kioti DK40.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kioti DK40 or the LS Tractor XR4140?: The Kioti DK40 leads on loader lift at 2,761 lb lb, compared to 2,713 lb lb for the LS Tractor XR4140.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kioti DK40 or the LS Tractor XR4140?: The Kioti DK40 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,493 lb lb, compared to 2,469 lb lb for the LS Tractor XR4140.

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Spec	Kioti DK40	LS Tractor XR4140
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 41 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	34 hp	▲ 34.4 hp
Weight (lb)	3,924 lb	▲ 4,210 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,761 lb	2,713 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 2,493 lb	2,469 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 111.4 in	96.3 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	3,727 lbf	▲ 3,802 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 16.8 gpm	12.3 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	15.7 mph	▲ 16.8 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kioti DK40LS Tractor XR4140

Engine HPhp

40.4 hp

▲41 hp

40 hp

DK40DK40SEDK40SE HST

PTO HPhp

33.4 hp

34 hp

32.5 hp

▲34.4 hp

DK40DK40SEDK40SE HST

Weightlb

3,670.7 lb

3,924 lb

3,847 lb

3,770 lb

▲4,210 lb

DK40DK40SEDK40SE HSTRoll-barCabin

Loader Liftlb

2,100 lb

▲2,761 lb

2,713 lb

KL1470KL401

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,270.7 lb

▲2,493 lb

2,469 lb

DK40DK40SEDK40SE HST

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KiotiDK40	LS TractorXR4140


Engine Manufacturer	KIOTI	LS
Engine Model	DK40: 4A200; DK40SE: 4A200LWM; DK40SE HST: 4A200LWH	L3C19-T4
Engine Type	Indirect injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel	4-stroke, vertical, water cooling, CRDI
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	122.0 in³	114.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	DK40: 40.4 hp; DK40SE: 41 hp; DK40SE HST: 41 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	DK40: 33.4 hp; DK40SE: 34 hp; DK40SE HST: 32.5 hp	34.4 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry
Fuel System	Indirect injection	Delphi CRDI (Common Rail Direct Injection)
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	70 A, 12 V

Pump Type	DK40SE: Gear (tandem); DK40SE HST: Gear (tandem)	Gear pump type, engine drive
Implement Flow	7.6 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	4.5 gpm	4.1 gpm (mechanical); 5.5 gpm (HST)
Total Hydraulic Flow	DK40: 12.1 gpm (7.6 + 4.5, computed); DK40SE: 16.8 gpm; DK40SE HST: 16.8 gpm	12.3 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	DK40: 12.1 gpm (7.6 + 4.5, computed); DK40SE: 16.8 gpm; DK40SE HST: 16.8 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1	2
No. of Optional Remote Valves	DK40: 1 or 2 (2 or 4 ports, option); DK40SE: 1; DK40SE HST: 1	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	DK40: 10.6 gal; DK40SE: 11.9 gal; DK40SE HST: 11.9 gal	10.6 gal (roll-bar); 12.4 gal (cabin)
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	2.3 gal
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	1.6 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	11.6 gal	11.4 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.0 gal	2.1 gal

PTO Type	Independent	Independent PTO with wet disk clutch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 (standard); 540 / 750 / 1,000 (optional 3-speed)
Mid-PTO Availability	Available (2,000 rpm)	Yes, 2000 rpm mid-PTO
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,417 lb	2,756 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	DK40: 2,270.7 lb; DK40SE: 2,493 lb; DK40SE HST: 2,493 lb	2,469 lb
Lift Control Type	Position, draft, mixed control	Position and draft control

Transmission Type	DK40: Synchronized shuttle; DK40SE: Synchro shuttle; DK40SE HST: Hydrostatic drive	Synchro-shuttle (mechanical)
No. of Speeds	DK40: 8F/8R (16F/16R with creeper, DK40CR); DK40SE: 12F/12R; DK40SE HST: 3 range HST	F16 x R16 (F32 x R16 with creeper, optional)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	DK40: 14.53 mph; DK40SE: 15.7 mph; DK40SE HST: 15.6 mph	16.8 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	DK40: 13.40 mph; DK40SE: 14.8 mph; DK40SE HST: 10.9 mph	15.3 mph
Clutch	DK40: Dry single stage; DK40SE: Dry single stage; DK40SE HST: None	Dry single clutch (mechanical only)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock (standard)	Mechanical pedal type differential lock

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Adjustable suspension seat	Not Published
Front Axle Type	4WD	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	1,433 lb (max. drawbar load)	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	DK40: 139.8 in; DK40SE: 134.2 in; DK40SE HST: 134.2 in	133 in
Overall Width	DK40: 59.3 in; DK40SE: 63.9 in; DK40SE HST: 63.9 in	62.5 in
Wheelbase	DK40: 70 in; DK40SE: 74.0 in; DK40SE HST: 74.0 in	73.2 in
Ground Clearance	DK40: 10.1 in; DK40SE: 14.7 in; DK40SE HST: 14.7 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	DK40: 112.7 in (without brake); DK40SE: 114 in (9.5 ft, with brake applied); DK40SE HST: 114 in (9.5 ft, with brake applied)	9.5 ft (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	DK40: 97.0 in; DK40SE: 95.0 in; DK40SE HST: 95.0 in	93 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	96.3 in	92 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	DK40: 3,670.7 lb; DK40SE: 3,924 lb; DK40SE HST: 3,847 lb	Roll-bar: 3,770 lb; Cabin: 4,210 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural: 8-16 front, 13.6-24 rear (standard tires)	Ag 9.5-16 / 13.6-24; Turf 28x8.5-15 / 41x14-20; Industrial 12-16.5 / 17.5L-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	8-16	9.5-16 (6PR)
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24	13.6-24 (8PR)
R3 Turf - Front	DK40: 27x8.50-15; DK40SE: 29x12.5-15; DK40SE HST: 29x12.5-15	28x8.5-15
R3 Turf - Rear	DK40: 41x14-20; DK40SE: 21.5L-16.1; DK40SE HST: 21.5L-16.1	41x14-20
R4 Industrial - Front	10x16.5	12-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	14.9x24	17.5L-24

Quick Attach Loader System	Quick attach (QA) bucket, 72 in	Not Published
Loader Model	KL1470 (DK40); KL401 (DK40SE and DK40SE HST)	LL4104
Loader Lift Height	KL1470: 111.4 in; KL401: 107.8 in	LL4104: 96.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	KL1470: 2,100 lb; KL401: 2,761 lb	LL4104: 2,713 lb
Loader Breakout Force	KL1470: 3,400 lb; KL401: 3,727 lb	LL4104: 3,802 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	6-year / 1,500-hour limited powertrain warranty; 2-year / 750-hour bumper-to-bumper warranty

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Kioti DK40 vs LS Tractor XR4140: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kioti DK40 or the LS Tractor XR4140?

The Kioti DK40 leads on engine hp at 41 hp hp, compared to 40 hp hp for the LS Tractor XR4140.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kioti DK40 or the LS Tractor XR4140?

The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on pto hp at 34.4 hp hp, compared to 34 hp hp for the Kioti DK40.

Which is heavier, the Kioti DK40 or the LS Tractor XR4140?

The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on weight at 4,210 lb lb, compared to 3,924 lb lb for the Kioti DK40.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kioti DK40 or the LS Tractor XR4140?

The Kioti DK40 leads on loader lift at 2,761 lb lb, compared to 2,713 lb lb for the LS Tractor XR4140.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kioti DK40 or the LS Tractor XR4140?

The Kioti DK40 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,493 lb lb, compared to 2,469 lb lb for the LS Tractor XR4140.

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