Which has more horsepower, the Kubota MX5400 or the Rural King RK55?

The Kubota MX5400 leads on engine hp at 55.5 hp hp, compared to 55.1 hp hp for the Rural King RK55.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota MX5400 or the Rural King RK55?

The Kubota MX5400 leads on pto hp at 46.5 hp hp, compared to 44.9 hp hp for the Rural King RK55.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota MX5400 or the Rural King RK55?

The Rural King RK55 leads on loader lift at 2,478 lb lb, compared to 2,275 lb lb for the Kubota MX5400.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota MX5400 or the Rural King RK55?

The Rural King RK55 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,945 lb lb, compared to 2,310 lb lb for the Kubota MX5400.

Kubota MX5400 vs Rural King RK55

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

Across 8 measurable specs, the Rural King RK55 leads 5 categories to 3. Machine pages: Kubota MX5400 and Rural King RK55.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota MX5400	Rural King RK55
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 55.5 hp	55.1 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 46.5 hp	44.9 hp
Weight (lb)	—	5,075 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	2,275 lb	▲ 2,478 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,310 lb	▲ 2,945 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 111.2 in	110 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	3,102 lbf	▲ 4,938 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	14.4 gpm	▲ 15.1 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	17.7 mph	▲ 19.1 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota MX5400Rural King RK55

Engine HPhp

▲55.5 hp

55.1 hp

PTO HPhp

▲46.5 hp

44.9 hp

Weightlb

—

5,075 lb

Loader Liftlb

2,275 lb

▲2,478 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,310 lb

▲2,945 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaMX5400	Rural KingRK55


PTO Power	46.5 hp	44.9 hp
Alternator	45 A, 12 V	55 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dry-dual element	Dry dual element
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, diesel, 4-cylinder, Turbocharged	4-cycle, water-cooled, turbocharged diesel
Fuel System	Not Published	Common rail direct injection
Displacement	148.6 (2434)	127.6 in³
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Rated Engine Speed	2700 rpm	2800 rpm
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled (forced circulation/fan)
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Yanmar
Engine Power (Gross)	55.5 hp	55.1 hp @ 800 rpm
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4

Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	5,075 lb
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Applicable

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.	Full-machine: 24 months/2,000 hours; Powertrain: 96 months/3,000 hours (whichever comes first)

Pump Type	Gear	Dual Gear Pump
Steering Flow	4.9 gpm	5.0 gpm
Implement Flow	9.5 gpm	10.1 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	14.4 gpm	15.1 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open Center	Separate reservoir, independent fully live
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	14.4 gpm	15.1 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Maximum 3 (opt)	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	2

PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Live independent, hydraulic PTO with PTO brake, wet clutch	Independent (foot-operated)
Lift Control Type	Position (std), Draft (opt)	Position, draft control
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	3,314 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	I & II	Category 1
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2310 lbs	2,945 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	Not Published
Tire Size & Options	Standard tire size	R1 Agricultural
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	14.9-26	13.6-26-8PR
R1 Agricultural - Front	DT (2WD): 2 gal-15; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 9.5-16	9.5-16-8PR

Coolant Capacity	Not Published	2.5 gal
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	5.6 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity	ROPS: 13.5 gal; CAB: 11.9 gal	15.9 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	2.6 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	9.2 gal

Loader Lift Height	111.2 in	110 in
Loader Breakout Force	3102 lb (13798 N)	4,938 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	1065A: 2-Lever Quick Coupler for Loader Attachment	L110: Skid-steer compatible quick-attach
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2275 lb	2,478 lb

Clutch	DT (2WD/4WD): Dry single plate; HST (4WD): No clutch	Dry single disc
No. of Speeds	DT (2WD/4WD): 8F/8R; HST (4WD): 3-range	16F/16R
Transmission Type	DT (2WD/4WD): 8-speed gear-drive (synchronized shuttle); HST (4WD): 3-range hydrostatic (HST)	16F/16R synchro shuttle shift with creeper gear
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	DT (2WD/4WD): 17.3 mph; HST (4WD): 17.7 mph	19.1 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	DT (2WD/4WD): 15.9 mph; HST (4WD): 16.0 mph	16.1 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock standard (mechanical)	Differential lock

Brakes	Mechanical wet disc	Wet disc (mechanical)
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Center pin
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	High-back suspension seat (optional arm rests)	Not Published

Wheelbase	74.6 in	76.2 in
Overall Width	69.7 in	63.4 in
Ground Clearance	15.2 in	14.6 in
Height to Top of ROPS	95.7 in	108.9 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	92.7 in	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	Not Published	137.8 in

Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	TYM T454 T554 Rural King RK55 Brush Screen Insert $249.99

Kubota MX5400 vs Rural King RK55: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota MX5400 or the Rural King RK55?: The Kubota MX5400 leads on engine hp at 55.5 hp hp, compared to 55.1 hp hp for the Rural King RK55.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota MX5400 or the Rural King RK55?: The Kubota MX5400 leads on pto hp at 46.5 hp hp, compared to 44.9 hp hp for the Rural King RK55.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota MX5400 or the Rural King RK55?: The Rural King RK55 leads on loader lift at 2,478 lb lb, compared to 2,275 lb lb for the Kubota MX5400.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota MX5400 or the Rural King RK55?: The Rural King RK55 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,945 lb lb, compared to 2,310 lb lb for the Kubota MX5400.