Kubota L5460 vs Rural King RK55S

Across 9 measurable specs, the Kubota L5460 leads 5 categories to 4. Machine pages: Kubota L5460 and Rural King RK55S.

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Full Spec Sheet

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Spec	KubotaL5460	Rural KingRK55S

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Yanmar
Engine Model	V2403-CR-TE4-GL2	4TNV86T-CR
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-cycle multi valve, diesel, Turbocharged	4-cycle, inline, water-cooled, turbocharged diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	148.5 in³	127.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2800 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	56 hp	55.1 hp
PTO Power	46.5 hp	44.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled, forced circulation with fan
Air Cleaner	Dry paper, dual element	Dry dual element
Fuel System	Electronic Common Rail System (CRS)	Common Rail Direct Injection
Alternator	45 A, 12 V	70 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Tandem pump - gear type	Not Published
Implement Flow	9.4 gpm	9.5 gpm
Steering Flow	4.7 gpm	5.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	14.1 gpm	14.5 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	14.1 gpm	9.5 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Independent fully live hydraulic pump with separate reservoir; position control with isolating and response control
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	2
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Optional, up to 3 (double-acting valve or float detent valve options, any position)	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 gal	15.85 gal
Coolant Capacity	8.7 qt	2.5 gal
Crankcase Capacity	9.9 qt	5.6 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	11.9 gal	9.24 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	8.9 qt	2.64 gal
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Live independent (hydraulic clutch)	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2400 engine rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional	No mid-PTO offered
Category, 3-Point Hitch	SAE Category I & II	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,858 lb	3,314 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,976 lb	2,945 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position and draft control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic transmission	16F/16R Syncro Shuttle w/creeper
No. of Speeds	3-range, 6 speeds (H-DS), infinitely variable in each	16 forward, 16 reverse
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	16.8 mph	18.4 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	15.2 mph	16.1 mph
Clutch	Not Published	Main: dry single disc, mechanical (10.24 in diameter); PTO: multiple wet disc
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock, standard	4WD (MFWD) standard; bevel-gear rear differential lock
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Transmission case, clutch housing, engine and front axle support bolted together to form a rigid unit
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc type, mechanically activated	Wet disc, mechanical, foot operated
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Suspension seat with fore/aft travel adjustment, suspension adjust knob, backrest tilt adjustment, swivel and arm rest	Suspension seat with armrests and retractable seat belt, standard
Front Axle Type	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing	Center-pivot, reverse Elliot type (4WD)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	1,433 lb	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	135.0 in	141.3 in
Overall Width	67.3 in	63.8 in
Wheelbase	75.4 in	76.2 in
Ground Clearance	15.4 in	13.8 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.2 ft (with brake applied)	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	98.0 in	102.1 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	3,990 lb	3,814 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	Standard R1 (9.5-16 / 14.9-26); options: R1 (9.5-16 / 13.6-28), R4 (10-16.5 / 17.5L-24), R3 (29x12.50-15 / 44x18-20), LSW R3 (LSW305R343 / LSW610R470)	Titan (USA): R4 Industrial (Std), R1 Agricultural (Opt), R3 Turf (Opt)
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	9.5x16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	14.9-26; 13.6-28	14.9x24
R3 Turf - Front	29X12.50-15	12x16.5
R3 Turf - Rear	44X18-20	16.9x24
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	12x16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	16.9x24
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Mechanical 2-Lever Quick Coupler (standard); Hydraulic 2-Lever Quick Coupler (optional); Single Lever Hose Quick Coupler (optional)	L110: Skid-steer compatible quick-attach
Loader Model	LA1055	L110
Loader Lift Height	112.7 in	L110: 110 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2361 lb	L110: 2,478 lb at pivot pin to full height
Loader Breakout Force	3171 lbf (19.7 in forward of pivot pin)	L110: 4,938 lb at pivot pin
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Non-Commercial Home & Residential Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 72 months or 2000 hours. Commercial Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 36 months or 2000 hours.	2-year full machine warranty; 8-year, 3,000-hour powertrain warranty (no deductible, parts and labor)
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Kubota Grand L60 Series Brush Guard Insert (L3560-L6060) $289.00	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection TYM T454 T554 Rural King RK55 Brush Screen Insert $249.99

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Kubota L5460 vs Rural King RK55S: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L5460 or the Rural King RK55S?

The Kubota L5460 leads on engine hp at 56 hp hp, compared to 55.1 hp hp for the Rural King RK55S.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L5460 or the Rural King RK55S?

The Kubota L5460 leads on pto hp at 46.5 hp hp, compared to 44.9 hp hp for the Rural King RK55S.

Which is heavier, the Kubota L5460 or the Rural King RK55S?

The Kubota L5460 leads on weight at 3,990 lb lb, compared to 3,814 lb lb for the Rural King RK55S.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L5460 or the Rural King RK55S?

The Rural King RK55S leads on loader lift at 2,478 lb lb, compared to 2,361 lb lb for the Kubota L5460.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L5460 or the Rural King RK55S?

The Kubota L5460 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,976 lb lb, compared to 2,945 lb lb for the Rural King RK55S.

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