Mahindra 5155 Shuttle vs Rural King RK55

Across 9 measurable specs, the Mahindra 5155 Shuttle leads 6 categories to 3. Machine pages: Mahindra 5155 Shuttle and Rural King RK55.

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Full Spec Sheet

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Spec	Mahindra5155 Shuttle	Rural KingRK55

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	Yanmar
Engine Model	DH55	4TNV86T-CR
Engine Type	Four-stroke, turbocharged, direct injection, water cooled diesel	4-cycle, inline, water-cooled, turbocharged diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	166.2 in³	127.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2300 rpm	2800 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	55 hp	55.1 hp
PTO Power	47 hp	RK55S: 44.9 hp; RK55H: 42.2 hp; RK55SC: 44.9 hp; RK55HC: 42.2 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Water-cooled, forced circulation with fan
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry dual element
Fuel System	Direct injection	Common Rail Direct Injection
Alternator	55 A	70 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Dual Gear Pump
Implement Flow	8.71 gpm	9.5 gpm
Steering Flow	4.62 gpm	5.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	13.3 gpm	14.5 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	13.3 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	1	2
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.1 gal	15.85 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	2.5 gal
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	5.6 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	9.24 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	2.64 gal
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2300 engine rpm; 540E rpm @ 1725 engine rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	RK55S, RK55SC: no mid-PTO offered
Category, 3-Point Hitch	CAT I & II with telescopic stabilizers & flex links	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	3,314 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	3748 lb	2,945 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position and draft control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Full synchromesh with forward/reverse synchro shuttle & constant mesh range	RK55S, RK55SC: 16F/16R Syncro Shuttle w/creeper; RK55H, RK55HC: Hydrostatic, 3-range
No. of Speeds	12F / 12R	RK55S, RK55SC: 16 forward, 16 reverse; RK55H, RK55HC: infinite (3 ranges)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	17.9 mph	RK55S, RK55SC: 18.4 mph; RK55HC: 17.9 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	RK55S, RK55SC: 16.1 mph
Clutch	Dual dry with cerametallic lining	RK55S, RK55SC: main dry single disc, mechanical (10.24 in diameter); PTO multiple wet disc
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	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 with tilt steering wheel	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Fully-enclosed, 7-in diameter, dry disc	Wet disc, mechanical, foot operated
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Adjustable seat with contoured cushions, armrests and a soft-coil suspension	Suspension seat with armrests and retractable seat belt, standard
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Center-pivot, reverse Elliot type (4WD)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	136.6 in	141.3 in
Overall Width	74.8 in	63.8 in
Wheelbase	77.9 in	76.2 in
Ground Clearance	16.4 in	13.8 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	10.8 ft	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	Not Published	RK55S, RK55H: 102.1 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	RK55SC, RK55HC: 99.6 in
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	5390 lb	RK55S, RK55H: 3,814 lb; RK55SC, RK55HC: 4,233 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	6,690 lb	5,075 lb
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural or R4 Industrial	Titan (USA): R4 Industrial (Std), R1 Agricultural (Opt), R3 Turf (Opt)
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5 x 20	9.5x16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	14.9 x 28	14.9x24
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	12x16.5
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	16.9x24
R4 Industrial - Front	10.5/80 x 18	12x16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	16.9 x 24	16.9x24
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Skid-steer style quick-attach coupler	L110: Skid-steer compatible quick-attach
Loader Model	5155-4L (front loader); 65B (rear backhoe)	L110
Loader Lift Height	5155-4L: 122 in	L110: 110 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	5155-4L: 3,100 lb	L110: 2,478 lb at pivot pin to full height
Loader Breakout Force	5155-4L: 5,200 lb	L110: 4,938 lb at pivot pin
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year limited powertrain warranty	2-year full machine warranty; 8-year, 3,000-hour powertrain warranty (no deductible, parts and labor)
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	TYM T454 T554 Rural King RK55 Brush Screen Insert $249.99

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Mahindra 5155 Shuttle vs Rural King RK55: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 5155 Shuttle or the Rural King RK55?

The Rural King RK55 leads on engine hp at 55.1 hp hp, compared to 55 hp hp for the Mahindra 5155 Shuttle.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 5155 Shuttle or the Rural King RK55?

The Mahindra 5155 Shuttle leads on pto hp at 47 hp hp, compared to 44.9 hp hp for the Rural King RK55.

Which is heavier, the Mahindra 5155 Shuttle or the Rural King RK55?

The Mahindra 5155 Shuttle leads on weight at 5,390 lb lb, compared to 4,233 lb lb for the Rural King RK55.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 5155 Shuttle or the Rural King RK55?

The Mahindra 5155 Shuttle leads on loader lift at 3,100 lb lb, compared to 2,478 lb lb for the Rural King RK55.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 5155 Shuttle or the Rural King RK55?

The Mahindra 5155 Shuttle leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,748 lb lb, compared to 2,945 lb lb for the Rural King RK55.

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