What to buy

[mark.r]

I second what others have said, go DK series if you can . . . based on what you said your work is going to be. I don't have nearly as much acreage as many people here but I use every bit of the horsepower that my DK45SE has. I just finished up moving 70 tons (yes, you read that right) of agregate gravel/stone dust today for a driveway and horse stalls. DK never missed a beat. I run a 7ft. rear blade, 7ft. finishing mower, and a 6ft brush hog and more than likely could go up a foot on each one if a needed to as the the tractor pulls each with out issue. As far as what you said you will be doing, 4wd is must.

 

[RedDog]

I would see how much the guy with the 2006 DK45 wants for it? I know you are in New York, but I do not know where this guy is at????

I never have understood why people do not put there general location,,, must be fear!!!

 

[clarkmike]

Hello everyone,

I'm getting quotes on the DK series this week. If I can swing it, I'll get the DK.

Thanks,
Mike

 

[albmn10]

Hello Mike, just curious what the dealer quoted you for the ck35? Another option you can consider if you want to stay smaller is the ck30 or ck35 with a Woods LC102 loader.This loader comes in 60 and 66",(11.6, 12.8 ccft )perspectively, id recomend the 60" for better digging capability. They are both very large capacity compared to any of the current cut loaders. It lifts more then the dk35 by 240lbs and enables you keep the smaller frame of the Ck model. The Ck35 would enable you to run a 6 ft brushhog just like the Dk35. The Ck30 would only run the 5ft brushhog. They also come in orange and match the Kioti very well. I run the Woods 1012 on my Ck30 and its all the loader ive ever needed. No problem loading 1500lbs logs onto trailers. Ive even moved 1800lb concrete slabs which are littered on my property from a previous owner.. Just throwing some more options your way.. If you have any more questions , feel free to message me.. Good luck again.. Matt

 

[VictorW]

I have a CK30hst and it works well for the jobs and ground I have. From what you explained, I agree with most of the others in that you would be better off with a DK35. If you could swing it, the stronger loader on the 40 would be great but cost is a factor. As far as the 25, it's the same as mine with 5 less ponies and I think a little to weak for your jobs.

 

[mark.r]

Wow, a CK35 can run a 6ft. brush hog? That's impressive. Maybe I should have bought a 7 footer.

 

[clarkmike]

Hello again,

Great feedback everyone. I'm just soaking it all in.

I like the Kioti CK25 I drove at the dealer last week. It it a bit smaller than I'd like, but I'm working on getting into something larger. Questions for you guys..

Have you suffered any cracked welds on the loader or tractor? I've read reviews that noted problems like this on the CK series tractor.

What kind of speed do you have with the FEL or other attachments? How does the bucket speed compare to other CUTs? I haven't tested any Mahindra tractors yet, but plan on doing that next week. I'm interested in your thoughts.

Is there any one thing I need to watch for on the CK series tractor?

What do you like the most about your CK tractor?

What do you dislike about your CK tractor?

Thanks,
Mike

 

[Mastertech]

Only thing I dislike about my CK30 is the height of thr ROPS. Or maybe I just need to get a taller door on the barn. Hey, an new barn. Now there is an idea. Hope my wife dosn't read this!!!

 

[IXLR8]

Hello again,

Great feedback everyone. I'm just soaking it all in.

Is there any one thing I need to watch for on the CK series tractor?

If you get a used machine, check the loader arms. If the torque tube that runs from one arm to the other goes thru the arms... then that is the new loader and you'll have no issues. If the torque tube just welds to the arm, then there has been some cracking issues with that torque tube. The other way to tell, look at the data plate for the loader. If it is a 130 it is the old style, if it is a 130B, then it is the new style. Both loaders will say KL130 on the arms, you need to look at the data plate.

What do you like the most about your CK tractor?

The key in my selection was the ergonomics, it just fit me better than the others I looked at. The JD tractors were comfortable as well, but too much money. On a side note, my tractor came with V-bar chains on all 4 wheels, after working with them this winter... I will never have a tractor in snow country without them.


What do you dislike about your CK tractor?

I wish I had bought it sooner, I wish I could afford a cab for it. Actually, I have only put 20 hrs on it in the month that I have had it and I have found nothing to dislike.

Thanks,
Mike

Hope this helps

 

[Gittyup]

I had the infamous loader cracks. But, they were not welds that cracked. New loader is no problem. No other cracks or problems.

I like the weight and hydraulics best. The loader could be a little more powerful. PTO neutral could also be easier to find. Platform not as open as I would like; gear shifter in the way. Shuttle shifter is a little stiff. For the most part, these are just petty complaints. Tractor is great. Loader speed is plenty fast at normal running rpms.