ck27...

[bluechip]

More stringent EPA requirements went into effect Jan 1. (tier III I think, depending on HP class). This is why they cant get any more DK65s in country.

[crabjoe]

Originally Posted by DirtHauler

Just curious, but what does it mean " emission compliance"? Does it have a "soot" collector with re-generation like on road vehicles? Will you be required to run ULSD fuel? along with the expensive LS engine oil? And will these engines be required to pass an emission test every couple years or so?

1st, let me say that particle traps and such are EGR setups on on-road vehicles are ways manufacturers chose meet new emissions standards. 2nd, there are different rules for on/off road vehicles so what happens in one segment doesn't mean it's going to happen in the other.

As for getting a vehicle emissions testing, that's up to the state. That's the reason different states have different regulations. They just need to meet minimum Federal standards. Now with you being in CA, who knows what CA will force on it's residents.

If you want to read up on the different tiers of off-road emissions, follow this like. Emission Standards: USA: Nonroad Diesel Engines

[kcook]

Checked it out on the web site, the spec page is not complete yet.

KC

[dfkrug]

Originally Posted by crabjoe

Now with you being in CA, who knows what CA will force on it's residents.

Well, CA has not done emissions testing for on- or off-road Diesels, despite setting standards in that area. No testing for motorcyles either. Go figure.
You do NOT want to get behind a Dodge Diesel PU with a poorly running
engine!

Newer combustion chamber and FI design has certainly made for quieter and
less stinky Diesel tractors. I like that, since I am cursed with sensitive nose
and ears. My 05 CK30 is a delight to drive; my 98 B21 is awful.

I just looked at the new CK brochure. For you Kioti dealers who read TBN,
you need to get the factory to publish honest specs on weight and the
hyd implement pump flow (8.3GPM).

[DirtHauler]

Originally Posted by dfkrug

Well, CA has not done emissions testing for on- or off-road Diesels, despite setting standards in that area. No testing for motorcyles either. Go figure.
You do NOT want to get behind a Dodge Diesel PU with a poorly running
engine!

Newer combustion chamber and FI design has certainly made for quieter and
less stinky Diesel tractors. I like that, since I am cursed with sensitive nose
and ears. My 05 CK30 is a delight to drive; my 98 B21 is awful.

I just looked at the new CK brochure. For you Kioti dealers who read TBN,
you need to get the factory to publish honest specs on weight and the
hyd implement pump flow (8.3GPM).

The guy who does my smog checks on my personal vehicles said he has to install another dyno just for motorcycles since he has to start doing smog checks on them........ isn't Cali great! and they say the everything blows east!

[msiewert96]

CK27=Bobcat CT225 which is what I have, real nice tractor, quite a price delta form Bobcat to go to the 30HP unit