The kioti tractors are a good bang for the buck! I have the bobcat ct2035(made by kioti) with 135 hours on it and no issues until a week ago. The steering gearbox was leaking from the top so it's in the shop under warranty repair. The only bad thing is the parts may take weeks to get here. Great little tractors for the price.
I bought this model in June of this year. Mine leaked the same within 3 hours of use. Only leaked when using the 3-pt. Dealer picked up and repaired. Otherwise I’ve loved it.
Nice review thanks. I really like the Kioti’s and considered buying one new but one of my friends ended up giving me a smokin’ deal on a Mahindra 6500. I didn’t know you could modify the horsepower is there a downside to that other than the warranty issue?
I have the same tractor and love it too. Have you already turned up the fuel pressure or considered it? From what I have been researching the motor in this is capable of producing the 35hp of its bigger brother, but they had to cut it down to 26hp to be below the thresholds of a diesel motor requiring emissions crap. Any thoughts? Thanks
@@bbhmltn Good idea. The only issues I've had is the front axle was leaking a little and the proportion valve that lowers the 3 points speed was leaking. Both were faulty o-ring seals I replaced myself. Good tractors.
Looking at getting one of these. I have the RK25 and been happy with it, but I realized this weights significantly more than any of the other 25HP - probably because it's the same up to 40HP. I think I prefer the R1 or the R14 tires. What are your thoughts on the ones you have? I noticed that you put hooks on the bucket. I don't think it came like that. I did that on mine also and have used them a lot since doing that.
I’ve always had either the ag tires or the industrial tires. For what I do they work fine. Not saying I wouldn’t try the newer styles if I had the opportunity but I also know they’re more money too. I did weld some hooks on the bucket. I use them all the time. Thanks for the comment!
@@Archer_out we have some hard clay areas here too. I usually till in low gear anyway unless it’s sandy soil. In low gear I’ve never had it bog down terrible unless I get into tree roots or something like that. Just my experience.
You can very easily turn up the power on the 25hp engine to 35hp since it's a detuned 35hp engine. Of course you'll lose your warranty if the dealer finds out.
eBay has some pretty reasonable cutting edges ….mine is a Titan brand I got for $75 shipped! May not be the hardest steel but it’ll still help save the bucket.
Another quick question if you don't mind. If you try to lift something that it too heavy, will the tractors rear tires come off the ground or does the hydraulic relief valve kick in before that happens? Thanks
At 200hours for 2 YEARS of use is kind of Expensive ( like 150.°°$ an hour). Time is ticking away on the Warranty. A "usage" of at least 400 hours per year is WAY more justifiable. This Tractor is going to outlive your Great-Grandchildren before its "broke-in".
The kioti tractors are a good bang for the buck! I have the bobcat ct2035(made by kioti) with 135 hours on it and no issues until a week ago. The steering gearbox was leaking from the top so it's in the shop under warranty repair. The only bad thing is the parts may take weeks to get here. Great little tractors for the price.
Good review. I’m about to pull the trigger on a ck2620. Love the 55 gal drum ballast idea! Genius
I have a CK 2610 also for 2 years. Love it. Stay safe 👍🏻
I like your manlift idea.
I bought this model in June of this year. Mine leaked the same within 3 hours of use. Only leaked when using the 3-pt. Dealer picked up and repaired. Otherwise I’ve loved it.
Thanks for the idea of the ballast baril. 😉
Nice review thanks. I really like the Kioti’s and considered buying one new but one of my friends ended up giving me a smokin’ deal on a Mahindra 6500. I didn’t know you could modify the horsepower is there a downside to that other than the warranty issue?
I have the same tractor and love it too. Have you already turned up the fuel pressure or considered it? From what I have been researching the motor in this is capable of producing the 35hp of its bigger brother, but they had to cut it down to 26hp to be below the thresholds of a diesel motor requiring emissions crap. Any thoughts? Thanks
Definitely thinking about it. I’m still under warranty so that’s a big part of holding off.
@@bbhmltn Good idea. The only issues I've had is the front axle was leaking a little and the proportion valve that lowers the 3 points speed was leaking. Both were faulty o-ring seals I replaced myself. Good tractors.
Looking at getting one of these. I have the RK25 and been happy with it, but I realized this weights significantly more than any of the other 25HP - probably because it's the same up to 40HP.
I think I prefer the R1 or the R14 tires. What are your thoughts on the ones you have? I noticed that you put hooks on the bucket. I don't think it came like that. I did that on mine also and have used them a lot since doing that.
I’ve always had either the ag tires or the industrial tires. For what I do they work fine. Not saying I wouldn’t try the newer styles if I had the opportunity but I also know they’re more money too.
I did weld some hooks on the bucket. I use them all the time. Thanks for the comment!
Tym 2515 lift capacity is 2200 lbs . The KIOTI c/m 2610 lifts 1800. Both good tractors.
Have you ever wished you had more HP? I'm debating between this and the ck3510
I guess for my usage it does fine. It probably depends on what your using it for. I’ve been very impressed with the 2610.
@@bbhmltn I live in Georgia. Heavy dense clay here. Concerned about running tiller and a 5ft cutter in really thick grass and brush
@@Archer_out we have some hard clay areas here too. I usually till in low gear anyway unless it’s sandy soil. In low gear I’ve never had it bog down terrible unless I get into tree roots or something like that. Just my experience.
@@bbhmltn thank you!
You can very easily turn up the power on the 25hp engine to 35hp since it's a detuned 35hp engine. Of course you'll lose your warranty if the dealer finds out.
Looks like you have a wear edge on your bucket… where did you get it?
My next video will talk about the wear edge. Thanks for watching!
eBay has some pretty reasonable cutting edges ….mine is a Titan brand I got for $75 shipped! May not be the hardest steel but it’ll still help save the bucket.
Another quick question if you don't mind. If you try to lift something that it too heavy, will the tractors rear tires come off the ground or does the hydraulic relief valve kick in before that happens? Thanks
It’ll bring the rear end up. Tire ballast and a rear ballast on the three point are good things. Also, always be ready to drop the bucket.
@@bbhmltn Mine won't lift the rear tires off even with no ballast or rear tires filed. I turned the pressure up but still won't
I turn my screw all the way far as it would go, now dealer is mad because I paid for a 25 hp tractor and got a 35
Replace the green o rings with the black replacements and it should be fine
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Probably why you pay for the shield under the seat
At 200hours for 2 YEARS of use is kind of Expensive ( like 150.°°$ an hour). Time is ticking away on the Warranty. A "usage" of at least 400 hours per year is WAY more justifiable. This Tractor is going to outlive your Great-Grandchildren before its "broke-in".