Which has more horsepower, the Rural King RK55 or the TYM T554?

The TYM T554 leads on engine hp at 55.9 hp hp, compared to 55.1 hp hp for the Rural King RK55.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Rural King RK55 or the TYM T554?

The TYM T554 leads on pto hp at 45.6 hp hp, compared to 44.9 hp hp for the Rural King RK55.

Which is heavier, the Rural King RK55 or the TYM T554?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 5,075 lb lb for weight.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Rural King RK55 or the TYM T554?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,478 lb lb for loader lift.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Rural King RK55 or the TYM T554?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,945 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

Rural King RK55 vs TYM T554

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

Across 9 measurable specs, the Rural King RK55 leads 3 categories to 2 (4 tied). Machine pages: Rural King RK55 and TYM T554.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Rural King RK55	TYM T554
Engine HP (hp)	55.1 hp	▲ 55.9 hp
PTO HP (hp)	44.9 hp	▲ 45.6 hp
Weight (lb)	5,075 lb	5,075 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	2,478 lb	2,478 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,945 lb	2,945 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 110 in	109.1 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	4,938 lbf	4,938 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 15.1 gpm	14.1 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 19.1 mph	18.4 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Rural King RK55TYM T554

Engine HPhp

55.1 hp

▲55.9 hp

PTO HPhp

44.9 hp

▲45.6 hp

Weightlb

▲5,075 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲2,478 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)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	Rural KingRK55	TYMT554


PTO Power	44.9 hp	45.6 hp
Alternator	55 A, 12 V	70 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dry dual element	Dual dry
Engine Type	4-cycle, water-cooled, turbocharged diesel	4-cylinder, turbocharged diesel
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection	CRDI
Displacement	127.6 in³	127.6 in³
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Rated Engine Speed	2800 rpm	2800 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled (forced circulation/fan)	Not Published
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Yanmar
Engine Power (Gross)	55.1 hp @ 800 rpm	55.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published

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

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	Dual Gear Pump	Dual gear pump
Steering Flow	5.0 gpm	4.6 gpm
Implement Flow	10.1 gpm	9.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	15.1 gpm	14.1 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Separate reservoir, independent fully live	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	15.1 gpm	14.1 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2	2

PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent (foot-operated)	Independent
Lift Control Type	Position, draft control	Position/Draft
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,314 lb	3,314 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,945 lb	2,945 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	Multi-Trac CS 44x18.00-20 NHS TL 4PR
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	Multi-Trac CS 27x10.50-15 NHS TL 4PR
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	Xtra Grip 4.6 gal-24 NHS TL 6PR
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	Trac Chief 12-16.5 NHS TL 6PR
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-26-8PR	Farm Specialist 13.6-26 NHS TL 6PR
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16-8PR	Farm Specialist 9.5-16 NHS TL 6PR

Coolant Capacity	2.5 gal	9 qt
Crankcase Capacity	5.6 qt	7.1 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.9 gal	17.0 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.6 gal	10.5 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	9.2 gal	9.2 gal

Loader Lift Height	110 in	109.1 in
Loader Breakout Force	4,938 lb	4,938 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	L110: Skid-steer compatible quick-attach	TX55: Quick attach mechanism
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,478 lb	2,478 lb

Clutch	Dry single disc	Dry single plate
No. of Speeds	16F/16R	F16 x R16
Transmission Type	16F/16R synchro shuttle shift with creeper gear	Synchro-Shuttle
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	19.1 mph	18.4 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	16.1 mph	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock	Not Published

Brakes	Wet disc (mechanical)	Wet disc
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Center pin	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published

Wheelbase	76.2 in	76.2 in
Overall Width	63.4 in	63.8 in
Ground Clearance	14.6 in	13.8 in
Height to Top of ROPS	108.9 in	102.1 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	150.4 in
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	137.8 in	141.3 in

Accessories that fit	TYM T454 T554 Rural King RK55 Brush Screen Insert $249.99	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

Rural King RK55 vs TYM T554: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Rural King RK55 or the TYM T554?: The TYM T554 leads on engine hp at 55.9 hp hp, compared to 55.1 hp hp for the Rural King RK55.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Rural King RK55 or the TYM T554?: The TYM T554 leads on pto hp at 45.6 hp hp, compared to 44.9 hp hp for the Rural King RK55.
Which is heavier, the Rural King RK55 or the TYM T554?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 5,075 lb lb for weight.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Rural King RK55 or the TYM T554?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,478 lb lb for loader lift.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Rural King RK55 or the TYM T554?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,945 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).