Rural King RK55SC vs Rural King RK74

Across 5 measurable specs, the Rural King RK74 leads 3 categories to 2. Machine pages: Rural King RK55SC and Rural King RK74.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	Rural KingRK55SC	Rural KingRK74

▶Engine
Air Cleaner	Dry Dual Element	n/a
Engine Type	4Cycle, Line, Water-cooled Diesel turbo charged	Turbocharged
Displacement	127.6 in³	n/a
Engine Model	4TNV86CT-KKTF	Deutz TCD2.9 L4
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Rated Engine Speed	2800 rpm	2200
Engine Manufacturer	YANMAR	Deutz
Engine Power (Gross)	55.1 hp @ 800 rpm	74 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
▶Weight
Weight with ROPS and Loader	4,233 lbs	6,052 lbs.
▶Hydraulics
Total Hydraulic Flow	14.5 gpm 54.9 lpm	n/a
Hydraulic System Type	Independent fully "Live" hydraulic pump and separate reservoir. Position controls with isolating & response control	open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	9.5 gpm 36.0 lpm	n/a
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	9.5 gpm 36.0 lpm	10.3 gpm
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2	n/a
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	540	540/750
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,314 lbs	5,115 lbs
PTO Type	n/a	Independent
Lift Control Type	n/a	Draft Control
▶Fluid Capacity
Crankcase Capacity	5.3ℓ (1.4US gal)	n/a
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	10ℓ (2.64 US gal)	n/a
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	35ℓ (9.24 US gal)	n/a
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	19.1 mph (19.06 m/h)	18.9 (30.4)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	16.1 mph (16.07 m/h)	n/a
Clutch	n/a	Wet Disc
No. of Speeds	n/a	16F/16R
Transmission Type	n/a	16F/16R Power Shuttle w/creeper
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Steering	Hydraulic power steering	power
Brakes	n/a	Wet Disc
Frame Type	n/a	4x4 MFWD 4WD
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Width	63.4 in (63.4")	76.4 (1940)
Ground Clearance	14.6 in (14.6")	18.3 (465)
Height to Top of Cab Model	108.9 in (108.9")	103.3 (2624)
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	137.8 in (137.8")	157.5 (4002)
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	n/a	R 22.4x25.5
R3 Turf - Front	n/a	F 12.0x20.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	n/a	R 18.4x24
R4 Industrial - Front	n/a	F 15x9.5
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Model	n/a	L135SL Front-End Loader
Loader Lift Height	n/a	135.5
Loader Breakout Force	n/a	5,335
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	n/a	3,223
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Brush Guard Side Guards $200.00 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection TYM T454 T554 Rural King RK55 Brush Screen Insert $250.00	None tagged yet

Rural King RK55SC vs Rural King RK74: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Rural King RK55SC or the Rural King RK74?

The Rural King RK74 leads on engine hp at 74 hp hp, compared to 55.1 hp hp for the Rural King RK55SC.

Which is heavier, the Rural King RK55SC or the Rural King RK74?

The Rural King RK74 leads on weight at 6,052 lb lb, compared to 4,233 lb lb for the Rural King RK55SC.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Rural King RK55SC or the Rural King RK74?

The Rural King RK74 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 5,115 lb lb, compared to 3,314 lb lb for the Rural King RK55SC.

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