Just Purchased CK2610- My Initial Thoughts

[Grateful11]

I didn't know that either until the dealer asked if I wanted it. $400 for the massive additional capacity...seemed like a no brainier. As for the turf tires it was really the only option for me. My entire yard is grass. Can't really compare them to anything else though. Dealer said it was the best bet for 99% of buyers.

Hi 3rd Coast, I'm interested in your upgraded KL4010 loader deal you made. We looked at the CK2610HST Friday and everyone liked it. I'm curious how they got more lift out of a lighter loader. Did you happen to notice if the cylinders on the KL4010 are larger or something?
Thanks

Also do you happen to get the Link Pedals for engine acceleration when pressing the hydro pedals? My sons Kubota L3940 does that and everyone who runs it loves that.

http://www.kioti.com/products/attachments/front-end-loaders/kl2610/
KL2610 Weight (with Bucket) 915-928 lbs.

KL41 Loader | Kioti Tractors
KL4010 Weight (with Bucket) 840 lbs.

 

[3rd Coast]

Hi 3rd Coast, I'm interested in your upgraded KL4010 loader deal you made. We looked at the CK2610HST Friday and everyone liked it. I'm curious how they got my lift out of a lighter loader. Did you happen to notice if the cylinders on the KL4010 are larger or something?
Thanks

Also do you happen to get the Link Pedals for engine acceleration when pressing the hydro pedals? My sons Kubota L3940 does that and everyone who runs it loves that.

KL261 Front End Loader | Kioti Tractors
KL2610 Weight (with Bucket) 915-928 lbs.

KL41 Loader | Kioti Tractors
KL4010 Weight (with Bucket) 840 lbs.

The cylinders are larger, yes. Make sure you've got a nice ballast because it will lift a bucket FULL of gravel. I use a 72" box blade and at times the rear can get a little light but no real tipping yet.

I do not have the linked pedal and am considering getting it.

 

[Nick H]

I just signed on a CK2610 yesterday, it looks like it will be delivered this week. I am going to ask about the loader upgrade tomorrow...

Can the linked pedal kit be installed DIY?

Finding online OEM parts/options seems like it's a bit of a challenge in the Tractor world. I'm a DIY kind of guy, and in most other things I've owned/worked-on, OEM parts, manuals and stores are easier to find...

I can't wait for delivery day, this is our first tractor!

 

[Grateful11]

The cylinders are larger, yes. Make sure you've got a nice ballast because it will lift a bucket FULL of gravel. I use a 72" box blade and at times the rear can get a little light but no real tipping yet.

I do not have the linked pedal and am considering getting it.

Thanks. That kinda what I was thinking. One review I read said they most likely weren't putting the heavier loader on the 2610 for fear of it hurting the sales of the 3510 and 4010. Because they're all within 30# of each other I believe. He plans on running a ballast box most of the time, probably about 700-800#.

 

[Grateful11]

I just signed on a CK2610 yesterday, it looks like it will be delivered this week. I am going to ask about the loader upgrade tomorrow...

Can the linked pedal kit be installed DIY?

Finding online OEM parts/options seems like it's a bit of a challenge in the Tractor world. I'm a DIY kind of guy, and in most other things I've owned/worked-on, OEM parts, manuals and stores are easier to find...

I can't wait for delivery day, this is our first tractor!

The sales guy told us the linked pedals were a $300 option, for what's probably involved I'd let them do it. It's too bad they didn't make a CK2610SE model.

BTW: My wife noticed it had a horn button and she pushed it and it didn't do anything so she asked how much the horn was and he $18.

 

[Nick H]

It's too bad they didn't make a CK2610SE model.

I know, I totally would have bought it!

 

[mmecsics]

I just sold my ck2510 hst the other day, going this week to look at bigger tractors, I値l have to ask about the loader upgrade, that would be cool if I can get more lift while still maintaining basically a non emission engine. That痴 why I went with the ck2510 in the first place, gonna have to look hard at the ck2610

 

[Hdoilcan]

I’ve read the ck2610 was under powered. Any truth to this? Does the larger capacity loader void the warranty on the tractor?
I purchased a horn from the local auto parts store for I think under $10.

 

[wassup8687]

I’ve read the ck2610 was under powered. Any truth to this? Does the larger capacity loader void the warranty on the tractor?
I purchased a horn from the local auto parts store for I think under $10.

No the 2610 has ample power. I've never heard it said it was underpowered.

 

[tiogajoe]

I’ve read the ck2610 was under powered. Any truth to this? Does the larger capacity loader void the warranty on the tractor?
I purchased a horn from the local auto parts store for I think under $10.

No complaints on power here. I have the 60" bucket and have not had any problems pushing into hard dirt piles.