Which has more horsepower, the Rural King RK24 or the TYM T254?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 23.9 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Rural King RK24 or the TYM T254?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 18.8 hp hp for pto hp.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Rural King RK24 or the TYM T254?

The TYM T254 leads on loader lift at 948 lb lb, compared to 947 lb lb for the Rural King RK24.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Rural King RK24 or the TYM T254?

The Rural King RK24 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,323 lb lb, compared to 1,101 lb lb for the TYM T254.

Rural King RK24 vs TYM T254

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 RK24 leads 3 categories to 2 (3 tied). Machine pages: Rural King RK24 and TYM T254.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Rural King RK24	TYM T254
Engine HP (hp)	23.9 hp	23.9 hp
PTO HP (hp)	18.8 hp	18.8 hp
Weight (lb)	2,091 lb	—
Loader Lift (lb)	947 lb	▲ 948 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 1,323 lb	1,101 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 75.3 in	75 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,680 lbf	1,680 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 7 gpm	6.9 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	10.5 mph	▲ 11 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Rural King RK24TYM T254

Engine HPhp

▲23.9 hp

PTO HPhp

▲18.8 hp

Weightlb

2,091 lb

—

Loader Liftlb

947 lb

▲948 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲1,323 lb

1,101 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	Rural KingRK24	TYMT254


PTO Power	18.8 hp	18.8 hp
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	40 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Single element	Single dry
Engine Type	Water cooled, 4-cycle Diesel	3-cylinder, naturally aspirated diesel
Fuel System	Indirect Fuel Injection	IDI
Displacement	77.3 in³	77.3 in³
Engine Model	3TNV80F-SDKTFF	—
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	3000 rpm	3000 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water cooled, forced circulation	Water-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Yanmar
Engine Power (Gross)	23.9 hp	23.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4

Weight with ROPS and Loader	2,091 lb	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Warranty Length & Coverage	Full-machine: 24 months/2,000 hours; Powertrain: 96 months/3,000 hours (whichever comes first)	Up to 2 years or until the 2,000 hours mark, bumper-to-bumper warranty; 3000 hours maximum coverage period for parts and labour on drivetrains or powertrains; 12-months warranty period for implements, including loaders and backhoes.

Pump Type	Gear Pump	Single gear pump
Steering Flow	Not Published	2.8 gpm
Implement Flow	Not Published	4.2 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.95 gpm	6.9 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Hydrostatic	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	26.3 lpm (6.95 US gpm)	6.9 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	NOT FOUND — no source explicitly states the number of optional remote valves available for the RK24. Sources confirm 1 standard rear remote set is included, but do not specify optional add-on valve counts.	1
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1	0

PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent PTO	Independent
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,323 lb	1,214 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard, 2,000 rpm @ 2,875 rpm	Available
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I (Narrow)
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	Not Published	1,101 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	29X12.5-15	29x12.50-15
R3 Turf - Front	20X8-10	20x8.00-10
Tire Size & Options	R4 Industrial (Std), R3 Turf (Opt) R1 Ag (Opt), Goodyear R14 (Opt)	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial; R4 Lg Industrial (optional)
R4 Industrial - Rear	27X12.5-15	27x12.5-15; 12-16.5
R4 Industrial - Front	20X8-10	20x8.00-10; 23x8.50-12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	9.5-16	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Front	6-12	6.0-12

Coolant Capacity	3.6 ℓ (0.96US gal)	3.8 qt
Crankcase Capacity	2.7 ℓ ( 0.71 US gal)	2.9 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity	5.81 gal	5.8 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	3.2ℓ (0.85 US gal)	3.7 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	14.5ℓ (3.83 US gal)	3.7 gal

Loader Lift Height	75.3	75 in
Loader Breakout Force	1,680 lb	1,680 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	Skid-Steer Compatible Quick-Attach	TX25P: Quick attach mechanism
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	947 lb	948 lb

Clutch	Not Published	Not applicable
No. of Speeds	2 Range (High/Low)	Infinite 2-Range
Transmission Type	Hydraulic + Mechanical H/L with constant-mesh	HST
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	10.5 mph	11.0 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock (bevel gears with diff-lock)	Differential lock

Brakes	Wet Disc, Foot operated, independent with provision of inter lock for simultaneous operation	Wet disc
Steering	Hydrostatic Power steering system	Hydrostatic
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Center-pivot, reverse Eliot type	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Ergonomic seating

Wheelbase	57.5 in	57.5 in
Overall Width	45.8 in	45.8 in
Ground Clearance	9.4 in	9.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS	91.3 in	91.3 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	100 in
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	100.5 in	100.5 in

Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection RK24/T254 /BRANSON 2505/EMAX 25 Skid Plate $89.99

Rural King RK24 vs TYM T254: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Rural King RK24 or the TYM T254?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 23.9 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Rural King RK24 or the TYM T254?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 18.8 hp hp for pto hp.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Rural King RK24 or the TYM T254?: The TYM T254 leads on loader lift at 948 lb lb, compared to 947 lb lb for the Rural King RK24.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Rural King RK24 or the TYM T254?: The Rural King RK24 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,323 lb lb, compared to 1,101 lb lb for the TYM T254.