CK25 - Is it enough?

[coasterez]

I have a CK25 and she seems to have plenty of power for digging, grading, and hauling. Although it weighed far too much for the CK25 to pick up, I was able to dig and remove a huge stump and drag it off into the woods. Actually broke a 2600 lb chain and the tractor didn't even grunt. IMHO unless mowing, or wanting to get larger implements, like a big box blade, you will probably find that the CK25 will handle just about anything you will want to do. The hydraulics and lift capacities are the same. So, it really comes down to pto hp and pulling/towing capacity. For pulling/towing, more often than not you'll lose traction before you stall the tractor. My situation is much like yours. For me, spending the extra $ for the CK30 just didn't add up. But, if you are financing, a couple of extra dollars per month might be worth it.

Tom

 

[VictorW]

I've had a CK30hst for a year now. I've done similar jobs that you mentioned and haven't been at a loss for power. The CK25 should be able to handle your jobs. As mentioned, if financing, the extra few dollars per month might be possible for the CK30 if you have any reservations. No idea about changing the injectors to get the extra 5hp. but as KiotiJohn mentioned, that may violate the warranty. The spec sheet for both tractors has the CK30 with a higher displacement engine, so I don't think the injectors are all that is giving you the extra hp.

 

[Highbeam]

I already get the grey smoke when using more than maximum HP at rated RPM. Adding more fuel via larger injectors will just make more smoke. I wouldn't dare do that to a modern tractor engine. Now a cummins turbo diesel can be modified for more power by adding larger injectors, so it is not out of the box for your dealer to think that it would work on your tractor.

 

[coasterez]

Also, the CK30 will have a broader appeal for resale. One more thing to consider.

 

[MotorSeven]

What's the price dif between a 25 &30? Just curious........

 

[VictorW]

For me in my area, which price can differ by area, was $1000.

 

[NY_kioti_sales]

for the money the 30 is the best value.... even more so if resale is considered.

 

[KiotiJohn]

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From what I remember, it's a little more than that around here. I believe there is less price difference between the CK20 and 25 than between the 25 and 30.
John

 

[coasterez]

From the dealer I did not buy from the price difference quoted to me was $1700.

 

[gravel13]

My dealer that I did buy from quoted a difference of about $1500.