Rural King RK55S vs Rural King RK74PSC

Across 8 measurable specs, the Rural King RK74PSC leads 8 categories to 0. Machine pages: Rural King RK55S and Rural King RK74PSC.

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Full Spec Sheet

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Spec	Rural KingRK55S	Rural KingRK74PSC

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Deutz
Engine Model	4TNV86T-CR	TCD2.9 L4
Engine Type	4-cycle, inline, water-cooled, turbocharged diesel	Turbocharged
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	127.6 in³	177.0 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2800 rpm	2200 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	55.1 hp	74 hp
PTO Power	44.9 hp	64.1 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled, forced circulation with fan	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry dual element	Not Published
Fuel System	Common Rail Direct Injection	Common Rail Direct Injection
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	95 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	9.5 gpm	10.3 gpm
Steering Flow	5.0 gpm	5.8 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	14.5 gpm	16.1 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	9.5 gpm	10.3 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Independent, fully live hydraulic pump with separate reservoir; position control with isolating and response control	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2	2
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	3
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.85 gal	23.8 gal
Coolant Capacity	2.5 gal	10.6 qt
Crankcase Capacity	5.6 qt	8.5 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	9.24 gal	18.0 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.64 gal	17.4 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540/750 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	No mid-PTO offered	No mid-PTO offered
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category II
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,314 lb	5,115 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,945 lb	3,414 lb
Lift Control Type	Position and draft control	Position / Draft / Mechanical
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	16F/16R Syncro Shuttle w/creeper	16F/16R Power Shuttle w/creeper
No. of Speeds	16 forward, 16 reverse	16 forward, 16 reverse (creeper interlock)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	18.9 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	16.1 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Main: dry single disc, mechanical (10.24 in diameter); PTO: multiple wet disc	Single plate dry clutch (11.81 in diameter); hydraulic clutch assembly for Independent PTO models
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	4WD (MFWD) standard; bevel-gear rear differential lock	4WD, differential lock
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Unit frame: engine, clutch housing, transmission and front axle support bolted into one rigid assembly	Unit frame: engine, clutch housing, transmission and front axle support bolted into one rigid assembly
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc, mechanical, foot operated	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Suspension seat with armrests and retractable seat belt, standard	High-back suspension seat with extension
Front Axle Type	Center-pivot, reverse Elliot type (4WD)	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	141.3 in	157.5 in
Overall Width	63.8 in	76.4 in
Wheelbase	76.2 in	86.1 in
Ground Clearance	13.8 in	18.3 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	162.8 in
Height to Top of ROPS	102.1 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	103.3 in
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	3,814 lb	6,052 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	Titan (USA): R4 Industrial (Std), R1 Agricultural (Opt), R3 Turf (Opt)	Titan (USA): R4 Industrial (Std), R3 Turf (Opt), R1 Agricultural (Opt)
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5x16	11.2-24
R1 Agricultural - Rear	14.9x24	16.9-30
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	12.0-20.5
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	22.4-25.5
R4 Industrial - Front	12x16.5	15-19.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	16.9x24	18.4-24
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	L110: Skid-steer compatible quick-attach	L135SL: Skid-steer compatible quick coupler, self-leveling
Loader Model	L110	L135SL
Loader Lift Height	L110: 110 in	L135SL: 135.5 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	L110: 2,478 lb at pivot pin to full height	L135SL: 3,223 lb at pivot pin to full height
Loader Breakout Force	L110: 4,938 lb at pivot pin	L135SL: 5,335 lb at pivot pin
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Basic 2 years; powertrain 8 years or 3,000 hours, no deductible, parts and labor	Not Published
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	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	None tagged yet

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Rural King RK55S vs Rural King RK74PSC: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Rural King RK55S or the Rural King RK74PSC?

The Rural King RK74PSC leads on engine hp at 74 hp hp, compared to 55.1 hp hp for the Rural King RK55S.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Rural King RK55S or the Rural King RK74PSC?

The Rural King RK74PSC leads on pto hp at 64.1 hp hp, compared to 44.9 hp hp for the Rural King RK55S.

Which is heavier, the Rural King RK55S or the Rural King RK74PSC?

The Rural King RK74PSC leads on weight at 6,052 lb lb, compared to 3,814 lb lb for the Rural King RK55S.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Rural King RK55S or the Rural King RK74PSC?

The Rural King RK74PSC leads on loader lift at 3,223 lb lb, compared to 2,478 lb lb for the Rural King RK55S.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Rural King RK55S or the Rural King RK74PSC?

The Rural King RK74PSC leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,414 lb lb, compared to 2,945 lb lb for the Rural King RK55S.

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