Pros and Cons of Kioti

[Ffphil]

I know nobody wants to say they bought a POS. I'm looking at Kioti DK5010 and would like to know what you like or dislike about the tractor. Is it exceptionally strong or weak in any areas?

 

[747driver]

Is this a new machine or used ? If used how many hrs on it. What do you plan on using it for ? Just some basic questions to help you get a better feedback.

 

[Ffphil]

New! We have 11 acre farm. I'm good with size and use. Just looking for those things you don't normally think of when looking at shinny paint. Weak hydraulic pumps, weak strength of FEL, not enough weight. Should have gotten more hydraulic lines. Those kind of things

 

[jeff9366]

Here is a LINK to the T-B-N Archive:

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/search.php?searchid=3484311


Kioti DK5010

2015 - DK10 Series
Compact Utility tractor

Manufacturer: Daedong

Kioti DK5010 Engine:
Daedong 1.8L 3-cyl diesel

Kioti DK5010 Power:
Engine (gross): 50 hp [37.3 kW]
PTO (claimed): 45.6 hp [34.0 kW]

Capacity:
Fuel: 11.9 gal [45.0 L]

3-Point Hitch:
Rear Type: I
Control: position control
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm): 2716 lbs [1231 kg]

Power Take-off (PTO):
Rear PTO: independent
Rear RPM: 540 (1.375)

Dimensions & Tires:
Wheelbase: 71.3 inches [181 cm]
Weight: 3373 lbs [1529 kg]

Mechanical:
Chassis: 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Differential lock: mechanical rear
Steering: power
Brakes: wet disc

Hydraulics:
Type: open center
Valves: 2*
Total flow: 14.5 gpm [54.9 lpm]

Page information:
Last update: February 5, 2016
Copyright: Copyright 2016 TractorData LLC
Contact: Peter@TractorData.com

 

[Ffphil]

Here is a LINK to the T-B-N Archive:

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Kioti DK5010

2015 - DK10 Series
Compact Utility tractor

Manufactureraedong

Kioti DK5010 Engine:
Daedong 1.8L 3-cyl diesel

Kioti DK5010 Power:
Engine (gross):50 hp [37.3 kW]
PTO (claimed):45.6 hp [34.0 kW]

Capacity:
Fuel:11.9 gal [45.0 L]

3-Point Hitch:
Rear Type:I
Controlosition control
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):2716 lbs [1231 kg]

Power Take-off (PTO):
Rear PTO:independent
Rear RPM:540 (1.375)

Dimensions & Tires:
Wheelbase:71.3 inches [181 cm]
Weight:3373 lbs [1529 kg]

Mechanical:
Chassis:4x4 MFWD 4WD
Differential lock:mechanical rear
Steeringower
Brakes:wet disc

Hydraulics:
Typepen center
Valves:2*
Total flow:14.5 gpm [54.9 lpm]

Page information:
Last update:February 5, 2016
Copyright:Copyright 2016 TractorData LLC
Contact:Peter@TractorData.com

That link didn't work. I will search the archive some more. Thank you

 

[airbiscuit]

I always liked the specs of that model. Here is what I would want on it if it wasn't already so equipped:

3rd function for a grapple, or one or two rear hydraulic remotes
3pt stabilizer bars and extendable lower arms
Rear wheel weights or loaded tires
engine heater?
Eeasy enough to add your own LED work lights

I just added a mirror to my tractor, which I used to think was silly, but I sure do like havig it.

 

[Ffphil]

I always liked the specs of that model. Here is what I would want on it if it wasn't already so equipped:

3rd function for a grapple, or one or two rear hydraulic remotes
3pt stabilizer bars and extendable lower arms
Rear wheel weights or loaded tires
engine heater?
Eeasy enough to add your own LED work lights

I just added a mirror to my tractor, which I used to think was silly, but I sure do like havig it.

Thanks Airbiscuit, I'm looking into 3pt stabilizer bars now. Think I know what those are but will investigate more.

 

[airbiscuit]

I used to think stabilizer bars and extendable links were a luxury. I no longer think that. They sure make hooking up attachments easier.

 

[Z-Michigan]

I've had a DK5010HS for about a year, and have owned two other tractors before. I don't think the DK5010 is exceptionally strong OR weak in any area. Keep in mind that this is more of Kioti's basic/budget model series, not the state of the art, all possible options series like the NX.

Strengths:
+high horsepower relative to frame size and cost
+generally good build quality and design
+all the essential features are there and work well, in particular the PTO on/off works fine (not a given for tractors generally)
+3-position folding ROPS
+I seem to be getting good fuel efficiency
+no issues operating in temperatures from negative single digits up to 80's

Weaknesses:
-very basic, for example no extendible draft links are standard, nor the telescoping stabilizers
-loader isn't fast, and hydraulic flow while adequate is not impressive
-even with R1 ag tires and weights, traction seems a bit less than I would expect
-operating deck doesn't come with a mat and paint wears through
-the hydraulic shuttle option doesn't work fast and really isn't great for loader work

Basically it comes down to whether a solid, but basic, tractor meets your needs, or if you will miss having all the latest fancy features. There is apparently a HST option coming soon and I would probably have bought that if it were available a year ago.

I'm satisfied with the DK relative to what I paid and current (sky-high) tractor prices, but it's not quite as nice as the 2010 DK45SE HST I had before it.

 

[Ffphil]

Headed to test drive a DK5910 Friday afternoon.