Comparison New DK45se vs. Used DK55

[DrFred]

I have been looking for my first tractor for months. I have pretty much decided on a Kioti after looking at all brands. I am interested in a 40-50HP tractor and have settled on likely the DK45. I can't find a used one so was shopping dealers and recently noted a DK55 used, low hours (approx 100) in good shape. Any thoughts on the two tractors? What is a reasonable price for either? The best deals I have found are:

New 2012 DK45se with loader: 20k
Used 2008 DK55 with loader and 100 hours: 18k

Thanks for the input.

[phiferpharm]

Don't know about the price on the DK55, but the DK 45se price is in line with what I got last week.

[Lloyd_E]

The 2012 will come with a 4 year warranty - the 2008 won't. Also, there may be a size difference and the 45 may get you into smaller places...

[Mousefield]

I do believe the DK55 will be a gear model, don't think it comes with HST. I would get the DK45 with HST and the 4 year warranty.

[suke]

I just bought a DK55 with 231 hours on it for $12,500; it came with a factory installed loader and a six foot bush hog. I have no idea how I ever lived with out it. My neighbors are "green" with envy. It is a wonderful machine!

[CJONE]

I do believe the DK55 will be a gear model, don't think it comes with HST. I would get the DK45 with HST and the 4 year warranty.

Yep,no HST that was my deciding factor on the 50 over the 55. CJ

[DrFred]

I just bought a DK55 with 231 hours on it for $12,500; it came with a factory installed loader and a six foot bush hog. I have no idea how I ever lived with out it. My neighbors are "green" with envy. It is a wonderful machine!

Where did you find yours?

[MotorSeven]

For 2K difference, I'd go brand new.

[o2batsea]

If the DK55 is a cab model and the DK45 is open, I would pop for the cab one. I also think you won't regret getting more hp for less green.

[DrFred]

If the DK55 is a cab model and the DK45 is open, I would pop for the cab one. I also think you won't regret getting more hp for less green.

They are both open station. Is 18k too high for a 4 year old DK55?