CK25 or CK30?

[Tim M]

I am pretty sure the HST relief valve pressure is the same on all 3 CK HST models.

If the CK25 has enough power to open the relief valve then the only difference going to the CK30 is PTO power.

I routinely hit the relief valve on my CK30HST when doing tree shovel work and at times it can be frustrating. On the up side it is teaching me to not treat my tractor like a bulldozer. I should also mention that I only hit the relief valve when I have good traction and when my backhoe is on (I also have filled tires). With the backhoe off I can spin the tires all day long.

[PAB_OH]

Originally Posted by Tim M

I am pretty sure the HST relief valve pressure is the same on all 3 CK HST models.

If the CK25 has enough power to open the relief valve then the only difference going to the CK30 is PTO power.

I routinely hit the relief valve on my CK30HST when doing tree shovel work and at times it can be frustrating. On the up side it is teaching me to not treat my tractor like a bulldozer. I should also mention that I only hit the relief valve when I have good traction and when my backhoe is on (I also have filled tires). With the backhoe off I can spin the tires all day long.

Exactly! All three (CK25,30,35) will have roughly the same performance as far as the driveline is concerned, if indeed the relief's are the same. But if you're running a large mower it robs engine HP and reduces the amount free to work the hydro. Tiller & 5' cutter will take some serious HP. Using the any type of "drag" or ground engaging attachment that doesn't run off the PTO SHOULD perform close to the same on all three if weight is close.

[GreenMtns]

I don't want to pay for more tractor than I need.

In my experience it is better to pay for more tractor than you need than to wish you had more tractor than you bought. Done than... It's a lot more expensive to go that route. Trust me.

I used to own a CK30HST and can tell you that is a real tractor. You would not be disappointed in it's power at all.

I would still own Kioti if they had a CK30HST or a CK35HST with a factory cab. Very good tractors.

[mark.r]

The only thing I can say is that a 6ft. box blade seems like a bit much for CK25/30. Perhaps I am wrong, so someone may want to comment.

[IslandTractor]

Originally Posted by mark.r

The only thing I can say is that a 6ft. box blade seems like a bit much for CK25/30. Perhaps I am wrong, so someone may want to comment.

I agree, at least if you intend to use the box blade to it's full potential you would certainly need more power. I have a six foot BH for a 41hp tractor which seems about right.

[albmn10]

I have the Ck30hst and have no problem with a 72 in boxblade. Ive used mine in wet clay and have yet to stop the machine.. The ck30 is rated for the 72 in boxblade as well on their website..

[swampvol]

Originally Posted by mark.r

The only thing I can say is that a 6ft. box blade seems like a bit much for CK25/30. Perhaps I am wrong, so someone may want to comment.

No idea whether a 6ft. box would be too much for a ck30, I would guess not, but I love your photo album, Mark.

[JoelD]

What size box blade would you run on a LK3054?

Thanks,
Joel.

[BTI]

5ft for clearing and heavy landscping.
6ft if mainly used for driveway maintenance and light landscaping.

BTI

[JoelD]

Thanks, that makes sense. I have tons of rocks. Anything larger and I'd probably be picking steering wheel out of my teeth. I hate rocks. Oh, I found someone who might be interested in purchasing my rocks, we'll see. If he ends up buying some, I will then love rocks.