Kioti DK55 vs New Holland Workmaster 55

Across 8 measurable specs, the New Holland Workmaster 55 leads 6 categories to 1 (1 tied). Machine pages: Kioti DK55 and New Holland Workmaster 55.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KiotiDK55	New HollandWorkmaster 55

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	KIOTI (Daedong)	FPT
Engine Model	4A220T	S8000
Engine Type	Indirect injection, vertical, water-cooled, turbocharged 4-cycle diesel	Turbocharged 3-cylinder diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	134.1 in³	179 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2300 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	54 hp	54 hp
PTO Power	45.2 hp	40 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Not Published
Air Cleaner	High efficiency air filter with cyclone pre-cleaner canister	PowerCore dry air cleaner
Fuel System	Indirect injection	Bosch electronic high-pressure common rail
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	120 A
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Tandem gear	Dual gear pumps
Implement Flow	9.88 gpm	12.6 gpm
Steering Flow	4.33 gpm	7.6 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	14.2 gpm	20.2 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	14.2 gpm	20.2 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2	2
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	1
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.0 gal	21.7 gal
Coolant Capacity	2.51 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	2.25 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.0 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.17 gal	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Fully independent, hydraulic wet clutch
PTO Rear	540/1000 rpm	540 rpm (540/540E optional)
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category II (Category I ends optional)	Category I/II
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,654 lb	3,500 lb (4,000 lb with optional auxiliary lift ram)
Lift Control Type	Position, Draft and Mixed control	Lift-O-Matic with mechanical draft control (upper-link draft sensing)
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Synchronized shuttle	12x12 hydraulic power shuttle
No. of Speeds	12F/12R	12F/12R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	16.42 mph	25 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	13.59 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry type single plate, single stage	11 in single dry disc
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical rear differential lock	Mechanically engaged rear differential lock; limited-slip 4WD front axle with electro-hydraulic push-button engagement
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc type	Hydraulic-assist wet brakes
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Adjustable seat	Cloth air-suspension seat with fold-back instructor seat
Front Axle Type	4WD (bevel gear front wheel drive, push-button engagement)	4WD (MFD) limited-slip front axle, electro-hydraulic engagement
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	6,500 lb dynamic capacity
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	128.6 in	154.1 in
Overall Width	69.3 in	Not Published
Wheelbase	75.6 in	83.6 in
Ground Clearance	17.5 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	145 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	106.5 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	85.5 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	97.2 in	100.2 in
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	4,795 lb	6,800 lb (cab, 4WD)
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	R1 agricultural (11.2x24 / 16.9x30 standard, R1W radials optional), R4 industrial (12.5/80-18 / 19.5L-24)
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-20	11.2x24 R1, 6 ply
R1 Agricultural - Rear	14.9-28	16.9x30 R1, 6 ply
R3 Turf - Front	29x12.5-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	44x18-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	14x17.5	12.5/80-18 R4, 10 ply
R4 Industrial - Rear	18.4x24	19.5L-24 R4, 10 ply
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	KL551: universal quick-attach bucket mount, 78 in QA bucket	72 in bucket with SSL (skid steer) or Euro-style quick attach
Loader Model	KL551; KL1595	550LU (non self-leveling); 555LU (mechanical self-leveling)
Loader Lift Height	KL551: 113.58 in; KL1595: 127.52 in	550LU: 131.3 in; 555LU: 130.0 in (at pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	KL551: 2,850 lb; KL1595: 2,685 lb	550LU: 2,425 lb; 555LU: 3,153 lb (at max height, 31.5 in ahead of bucket pivot pin)
Loader Breakout Force	KL551: 4,675 lb; KL1595: 4,500 lb	Not Published
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Limited: Tractors (Non-Commercial Application) 24 months parts & labor; Extended (driveline): 48 months parts & labor	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 DK55 vs New Holland Workmaster 55: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kioti DK55 or the New Holland Workmaster 55?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 54 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kioti DK55 or the New Holland Workmaster 55?

The Kioti DK55 leads on pto hp at 45.2 hp hp, compared to 40 hp hp for the New Holland Workmaster 55.

Which is heavier, the Kioti DK55 or the New Holland Workmaster 55?

The New Holland Workmaster 55 leads on weight at 6,800 lb lb, compared to 4,795 lb lb for the Kioti DK55.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kioti DK55 or the New Holland Workmaster 55?

The New Holland Workmaster 55 leads on loader lift at 3,153 lb lb, compared to 2,850 lb lb for the Kioti DK55.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kioti DK55 or the New Holland Workmaster 55?

The New Holland Workmaster 55 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,500 lb lb, compared to 2,654 lb lb for the Kioti DK55.

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