Is Kioti tractors taking over the Kubota Market???

[@disgruntledconservativevet1798]

I have a 2021 Kioti CK 2610, and it has been flawless. I have had 0 issues with this tractor, and I have around 280 hours on it. I have used it in home maintenance, agriculture, and everything in between. It’s just been a great little tractor.

[@theElderberryFarmer]

I bought my DK5310SE Cab 2-1/2 years ago, and have 260 hours on it. I've been nothing but happy with it. I have 7 or 8 acres of cleared land on my homestead and I've used my Kioti to put in a 400 foot driveway with a disc harrow to loosen the topsoil, then the bucket to clear it out and finally a root rake to spread out 20 tons of railroad ballast. I put in 3/4 acre of elderberry orchard and vegetable garden with the disc harrow, a tiller and a root rake. I cut 5-7 acres of pasture every couple of weeks with a 6' rotary cutter. The tractor is a brute - nothing I've asked of it has slowed it down. I hope you have as much good luck with yours as I've had with mine! Take care and God Bless.

[@elevatetrades]

Appreciate the kind review!

[@AutoBob5434]

I have a Bobcat 2540 (cab 40 HP)(Made by Kioti) I have 120 hours in 6 months. No problems with Tractor. Dealer installed a sat. Radio and it didn't fit in factory brackets , so they jerryrigged it. Service and sales at Indy Bobcat was super. They drove 70 miles to me to pick it up and fix radio problem, they delivered it back to me in 24 hours. Excellent.

[@CliffsideStables]

From one small channel to a slightly larger channel, thanks for the review. I picked up a used 2021 Kioti in early June with 131 hours on it. Really appreciate having a cab tractor! “Keep on Keeping on!” Tim in northern TN

[@elevatetrades]

Appreciate the kind words and thanks for watching!

[@danielclapp636]

I have a 2019 model year Kioti ck2610hst and it has 430 hours on it now. The only thing I have had to do to it was tighten a couple cooling system clamps, couple drips of coolant on the floor at zero degrees. I have yet have to retorque any bolts on loader or wheels. I am plenty happy with my tractor. Central Maine..

[@elevatetrades]

Glad to hear! Thanks for watching!

[@haroldmessimer4949]

You and I bought our Kioti’s about the same time frame. I just turned 55 hours on mine and have to do my 50 hour check also. What I like about Kioti vs. Kubota, front loader lift capacity. Hands down Kioti is much tougher. Considered a Branson or TYM model, however, Kioti dealer was close by, no brainer for me. I’m very pleased thus far. I too don’t abuse it but rather use it to move dirt, move rocks, bush hog a small area and just general use. Very pleased to say the least. Definitely big price increase this year. Glad we bought when we did.

[@elevatetrades]

Glad you are enjoying yours as well. Which attachments did you get?

[@haroldmessimer4949]

@@elevatetrades bought the same box grader, pallet forks and a used bush hog. Getting ready for a grapple. I did install the 3rd function up front when I bought it.

[@BrianFox]

I’ve had my Kioti for one year now. CK 2610 hst. I added the 3rd function , extra rear remotes. And a linked peddle. I bought a grapple and brush cutter from Everything Attachments. (Best in class). Sell that box blade and get one from them. Tractor and implements great investment.

[@elevatetrades]

I will check them out! Thanks for watching.

[@lynchcreekmuzzy5759]

EXACTLY! I did same thing. Grapple on front... articulating Flail mower on rear function. 2021 CK2610...bought from Larry Stovesand in Pleasant View, Tn. Great customer service!

[@dannyharvey2980]

Did you add Kioti 3rd function and rear remotes ? Was thinking aftermarket

[@lyndonhamby7432]

I got a CK 2610 just like yours. With R 14s. Love it 👍👍

[@larryvollmar8763]

I have a 1999 model 3054. I’m 2’nd owner. He had it redone, new motor, clutches, fork kit, new tires…5 hours on it. Best 8k I’ve ever spent

[@elevatetrades]

They seem to be great machines so far!

[@mikerequa820]

Good review young man! I have had mahindra 1526 1626 and Branson 2515 all great tractors in different ways i only have 4 acres i run finish mower bush hog box blade do odds n ends for neighbours. Just bought a ck3520se shuttle shift two weeks ago only have 18 hrs on it but dearly love it it's a totally different machine than the others which is 10 more hp which made a big difference. Hope ya'lls tractor does you well. Thanks for sharing be safe have fun

[@stephenmcatee2104]

I have over 200 acres and have several tractors but my 40hp hydro is my favorite and i mow and brush hog a lot .

[@elevatetrades]

That is awesome! Glad to hear its treating you well.

[@justadbeer]

Congrats on your purchase. As a Kubota owner (B2650) I think that Kiote does give you a lot for your money, and are priced pretty fair. We don't have any Kioti dealers around here, which was the main reason we didn't look at them. I know that feelng you're talking about when walking into a dealership of any type and they won't give you the time of day. Fortunately, our Kubota dealer is great and a pleasure to deal with, and in fairness, our JD dealer is also great.

[@larryhearell9580]

I have a 7320 been in the shop more than on the farm,the dealer is super but this one is a lemon, new transmission case at 700 hrs and 5 air conditioner compressors. Having trouble with air on the 93 horse also,little over 100 hrs.

[@chrisburg7194]

Thanks for the vid. I am in NH and recently picked up a CK3520. I was planning on the 2620 (for the same reason, no DPF), but after considering and hearing about how solid the DPF technology is from Kioti for regen, I bumped it up. 7 years 0%, cannot beat the deal, it's a great time to buy a tractor. I was originally planning on Kubota, as I had a little B7510 with a backhoe and was going to trade it in. I go the dealership, stand around like wallpaper because no sales rep wanted to look up from their monitor. I leave, go back a few weeks later and corner one of the reps, tell him what i'm looking for, he points to a used 35HP Kubota with like 600 hours on it for the same price tag as a new Kioti (with warranty for 6 years, unlimited hours), so I go to the Kioti dealer. I am now talking with the dealership Owner, he's giving me undivided attention, walks me around the yard, shows me attachments for moving snow, grading roads, etc. I had to stop him from talking and said, "sold". Only have about 20 hours on it so far, but it has been a beast. Does Kubota make the best gear? probably. Does it matter for me? not really. Kubota just doesn't need to sell any more I guess, just take orders from people because the brand sells itself. I looked at Mahindra also, but the Kioti seemed to be a better machine with better reputation for warranty service.

[@ralphwitt9975]

my CK 4010 did the exact same thing joy stick valve block housing was all galled up where the oring sits. they installed new valve block and all is good.

[@Liledgy100]

My dk40 hst se was the last 41 hp before tier 4 emissions (2014). It’s a beast, loaded with standard ootions

[@elevatetrades]

Glad to see the older models doing well. Makes me feel more comfortable this one is going to last!

[@todddonnelly1620]

I own a very similar but slightly smaller, profile 2022 Kioti CX2510, which I purchased a year ago and it has 85 hours. Prior to, I had my decision narrowed down between the Kubota and Kioti. When I started my search I was leaning Kubota but in the end I went with the Kioti and am glad I did. It's hard to say anything bad about the already proven Kubota; however, I think you defintely get more tractor for your money with the Kioti. I felt the Kioti was slightly better all-around in most areas when compared to the Kubota, and the CX also provided me with more of the standard features that I was looking for, plus I did not want the treadle pedal that came on the Kubota. I added some Artillian accessories like their ROPs-mounted LED lights (which are great), along with their stump bucket and forks, that are all part of their modular system. Their products are excellent and I have been happy with everything I've purchased so far. I would also recommend adding a grill guard from#5elevendesignz as well, this thing has been awesome!

[@Moselli56]

Kioti is doing to kubota what kubota did to John Deere! Bit by bit they’re just eating market share by building a better product! I’ve owned 2 kubotas and now have a Kioti.

[@elevatetrades]

From my little experience with Kubotas it seems Kioti is right on par as far as quality goes with a much smaller price tag?

[@wizard_of_poz4413]

I'll just say this that I'll never ever give the slightest consideration to any product that kioti ever had a hand with. I personally think they should be sued and run out of business for the absolute junk they sell and the way they treat customers

[@kevinbrewer2141]

Great video. I have a 07 Kioti CK25 with a manual transmission. Even though I have an older Kioti, I think the layout is well throughout. I mainly use mine for mowing.

[@northernhumidor5615]

I have the new version in the cab model. 108 hours in four months. Had two hydraulic couplers leak (switched to two new ones) and that’s it. I researched for three years before purchasing. Kioti has a big following in my region of Canada.

[@lloydbrown2559]

I own a Kioti DK4710 and it's a beast! I had a Green one before and customer service sucked. I had 70 hours on it and the first time I tried to use the PTO it didn't work. Called the dealer and they said I was out of warranty. They wanted $125.00 just to look at it on the trailer. I got pissed and had my wife work the switch up and down while I crawled under it and found they never hooked the PTO wiring up! Every time I looked at that tractor I got mad. So, I tried to trade it in at Kubota and the guy made a ridiculous offer of $5,000.00 dollars trade in for a new tractor with 70 hours on it. So, I went to the Kioti dealer and they were awesome. I never looked back and my Kioti has never let me down. I've got over 350 hours on it and it's just two years old.

[@elevatetrades]

Glad to hear it!

[@tomm9860]

What did KIOTI give you for a trade price? I bought a brand new in 2019 DK4210SEE HST I love it very powerful a true BRUIT lift capacities 3100lbs on the rear, 2600lbs on the front. 19gpm pump you can't beat it. 24k new. with all the extras.

[@inthedarkwoods2022]

Dealer support and service is key. We don't have that in Mississippi. So I'll stick with Kubota.

[@stephenbrothers9185]

I went and looked at a BX2380 and a CS2220. Very similar tractors in a lot of ways, but the Kioti to me seemed heavier built, had higher lift capacities and felt better ergonomically to me. I didn't feel like I was sitting up as high as on the Kubota (better stability) and felt like I had more room around the seat which is nice cause I'm a larger guy. IMO, they're the best bang for the buck on the market right now, so long as you have a good dealer close to you.

[@MrCPPG]

What is it with Kubota dealers? My brothers had a similar bad experience with the dealer. He plonked down over $60k CASH for a Grand L 4060 with a backhoe. Once they had his money there were delays getting the unit. It was still COVID supply chain issues so not the dealer fault. He inquired with the factory and they hung up on him so the fish rots from the head down! The backhoe was back ordered but qhen it arrived, the dealer tried to charge him more even though he paid already!! He got no manuals nor no run through when the unit was delivered. When he was first looking he had the same experience as you. The first dealer in Spokane wouldn't give him the time and told him to get lost!! He had to go to neighboring Idaho.

[@davebeam8557]

I have ck2610 with the backhoe, I've had it for 2 years have almost 800 hrs. If had to buy it again I buy the same tractor, the only thing I would add is the third function. I run this tractor hard ,probably a little too hard some times ,it works very well

[@elevatetrades]

I’ve thought about the third function too. I think it’s fairly simple to add?

[@donaldstrishock3923]

Sounds like you are getting your "moneys worth"; 400 hours a year IS keeping up with the "payments". Most "hobby-home-loaners" only rack-up 50-75hours per year on their "Trak-tor ", and CAN'T waite to show people how to change the oil( first time they cracked open the Operator's Manuals), take the loader on&off, and PLOW a "way too big Tree Over",= pure sillyness.

[@bobchiggs]

Kubota was a BIG pain to add.@@elevatetrades

[@dep6169]

i blew the same o-ring but replaced it myself as I didn't have time to take it back to the dealership. I now have 221 hours and mine still runs perfect. If I could do it all over again I would get the manual gear as the hydraulics is loud, it wines terrible, and lacks power.

[@skeets6060]

I dont know if they are any better both have good and not so good points. But I know I can find Kubota parts a lot easyer than Kioti's

[@kellywilson8440]

If your in the market for a compact tractor dont overlook TYM or RK tractors they are the same machine basically , I looked for 3 months at almost every brand and wasnt price shopping at all , I ended up with the RK 25 and it already comes with almost every option you can get , Engine is a Yanmar tried and trued over the years and the 8 year 3000 hour powertrain warranty is hard to beat , Our Rural King service dept is top notch as well here in Ohio .

[@elevatetrades]

I definitely checked into them. Problem for me was we had no dealer support within 3 hours of us. Kioti dealer is 25 min away. Otherwise would of been a competitor.

[@kellywilson8440]

@@elevatetrades Roger that was just fyi !

[@sloppyjoe6243]

I have a CK4010Hyd and had the same o ring issue. My dealership recognized it immediately and fixed it. I think that is is a common problem.

[@bobchiggs]

I have a 3301 Kubota I'm thinking of trading in. Almost 600 hr and it misses. You can't even see the injectors. Basically a complete dismantle to check injectors or wiring to them. What does your Kioti look like to work on? Especially since you are a mechanic. Lots of other troubles with my Kubota, mostly hydraulic problems, but now engine misses on a cylinder. I'm not a happy Kubota camper.

[@elevatetrades]

Thanks for the comment. I noticed with the larger Kiotis that have more emissions on them they look more like a modern car to work on. Because this one is only 25hp it appears to be pretty accessible to reach almost any part of motor. Mechanical injection pump sits right on the side of the block and is very easy to access.

[@bobchiggs]

Thanks. Everybody skips over the real long term maintenance items..@@elevatetrades

[@OneBrightLightTN]

When I started researching to buy a tractor, all things pointed to Kioti. I was sure that’s what we would end up buying. All that changed when I actually went to dealers to look at the tractors. Kioti’s craftsmanship was clearly inferior to Kubota. I was absolutely shocked when the quote I got from Kioti was only about $800 less then I got from Kubota. $800 more was well worth going with the Kubota. I couldn’t be happier with my choice

[@csmith8338]

In 2020 when I got my ck4010SE the comparable Kubota the 3901 was about 3000 more with many less features. Hated the treadle pedal and the front load would not even lift the front end off the ground. The Kioti would do it even at idle..

[@willhutchinson3242]

I’ve owned three Kioti tractors so far (currently a CK2620SE cab model). I’d say they do give Kubota some stiff competition. I like the ergonomics of how the controls are layed out. The number of options available is superior to some of the Kubotas and John Deere tractors in some classes. The problem in my area of the country is that there are no dealers close by. So getting warranty work (haven’t needed any yet), parts and service has been a challenge.

[@elevatetrades]

Luckily we are within 30 min from a dealer but that’s tough not having a dealer near by. Aside from the o ring failure we’ve have no issues in first 50 hours.

[@Terminxman]

I mean it's a complete copy of kubota akin to what the chinese do, supporting them is a braindead move.

[@6milesup]

@@Terminxman Apparently, you do not own a Kioti. Kioti's are far from a complete copy. I have owned a BX2380 and then a Kubota B2601. There were so many issues with how the Kubota was designed that I got fed up and traded it in on a Kioti CX2510H Cab model. The fit, finish, power, ergonomics and so many minute details are superior to Kubota. I am super happy with my Kioti, and this is coming from a Kubota fan boy.

[@jeffreyxxx6176]

I had the same experience with the John Deere dealer here in town. They wouldn't even talk to me! So we went with Kubota and they treated me like a king! So it's dependent on who runs the store!

[@elevatetrades]

Glad you found a solution to the dealer frustration

[@projectswithjw]

It's not just your dealer. I'd rather go to the dentist than to step foot in my local deere (southern KY). 👎

[@jeffreyxxx6176]

Wow, I'm in Colorado. Sounds like Deere is trying to go under.

[@USCGCoasttoast]

I have an L3901 and I like it but. Then they came out with the L3902 with some upgrades on it but not worth trading it in L3901 for it. Plus the dealer I have been dealing with is crap now. Never followed up with me about service or anything. I don't think there is a Kioti dealer around me. The only reason I got my Kubota was the zero % interest on the loan. you tractor looks nice.

[@elevatetrades]

Kioti is offering 0% interest financing as well. Big seller for us as well.

[@rogerboudreau8496]

Kioti best tractor for the price from Canada🇨🇦

[@guido0582]

I've been comparing a few different models and for me it comes down to the Kubota L4600 and Kioti DK5810. So far the kioti does have a bigger lift capacity on the loader, more powerful 58hp turbo diesel engine vs 46hp aspirated engine but the Kubota does have a higher output PTO. And the Kioti is around $2000 cheaper. Il still torn but am leaning toward the Kioti purely for value for $$$$..... any suggestions are welcome.....

[@6milesup]

@guido0582 I hope you bought the Kioti. I traded my Kubota in on a Kioti and could not be happier.

[@tsmbanobs2292]

I thought Mahindra was an affordable reliable machine, So check on availability of parts for Kioti, like Mahindra if you need a new part or parts you’ll have a lawn ornament for a few months if not a year

[@brianolson1211]

found the same thing with the kubota dealers up here in canada, also they have gotten way too expensive since the scamdemic, good luck with the kioti

[@JakeHolder]

I guess I’m confused. I can get a kioti ck2620 or a Kubota lx2610 for the exact same price. But the Kubota has a mid PTO allowing for a belly mower in the future. Also comes with floor mat, and other stuff that are an upcharge for kioti. I cannot seem to wrap my head around the hype

[@northernhumidor5615]

The 4030c loader is rated by kioti at 1960 pounds at the pivot pin.

[@MrBillmechanic]

good job. learning about tractors myself.

[@kurtheim7425]

I did not buy the kioti. They were not much cheaper than the the kubota and offered no financing incentives when i was ready to buy. I did notice used ones always have a new hydraulic pump and there is no line forming to buy used ones, whereas Kubota and John Deere used tractors seem to be a myth as you sure can't find one. Any off brand is going have service and resale issues. Didn't buy the Mahindra because of Mistubishi motors. Buy one, you'll see first time you need a part. I recommend sticking with the major players.

[@touyang2846]

i wish they made a ck2620se rops shuttle shift....

[@JohnSmith-dj5gf]

In this segment Kioti CK is destroying the Kubota standard L series. Kubota doesn’t offer a cab in this chassis size. You either have to go way down in size/weight to the LX series or way up in size/weight/price to the Grand L series.

[@ogr7771]

I think the Kioti gives you alot more for your money than the Kubota, also they stand behind their tractor more than Kubota. It's built better, much better ergonomics, and better price.

[@willdatsun]

where are they made?

[@northernhumidor5615]

A good dealership is 90 % of owning any machine.

[@JamesG1126]

It's like Toyota vs Kia.

[@Patriot-pq1ku]

The dealership where i bought my kioti is selling them faster then they can put them together

[@corycanada97]

Never going to happen unfortunately for kioti!!! Kabuta deere own the market here in Canada warranty, parts, dealerships and turnarounds there is 81 kioti dealers over 200 kabuta and 300 in deere!! Don't be fooled. Just saying.

[@keithscriven724]

All the ones you have worked on are inferior to the kioti

[@elevatetrades]

Hope so!

[@golfbravowhiskey8669]

Nope.

[@roadglide1142]

No thanks I’ll keep my Kubota thank you

[@bigdaddy4197]

Nope

[@keithscriven724]

You should do a little more research before you do another review.

[@DrBlood-cq2cm]

I dont understand the title of this video that only provides one person’s anecdotal evidence and not market statistics. That makes this clickbait.

[@xdude2x]

I’ll save you all some time, the answer is no

[@bradjenkins932]

Kioti is cheap junk.

[@tomm9860]

WHY, WOULD YOU SAY THAT? MINE ISN'T

[@tomm9860]

Unless you have owned one be nice. I own one and love it. Very well built very powerful would buy again. Happy owner Old Combat VetTom

[@bradjenkins932]

@@tomm9860 I work on them every day... They are cheap junk!!!! No quality control.

[@tadprochnow5097]

Not junk, not cheap

[@bradjenkins932]

@@tadprochnow5097 Whatever makes you feel good about yourself.

[@project.jericho]

Oh boy... Another South Korean tractor company.

[@tomm9860]

KIOTI HAS BEEN AROIND MANY, MANY YEARS RESEARCH THE COMPANY YOU'LL SEE.

[@project.jericho]

@@tomm9860 I don't need to see. When my Deere has an issue, no matter where I am, there's a guy with a trailer and tools to fix my equipment in-field if possible and often within two hours of my call. If they can't fix onsite, they will often lend me a replacement while my machine is down, and if I've needed parts not in stock, they've actually taken from a machine of the lot and had me order them the replacement part. There is precisely zero chance this brand can match that level of service. There is a reason you choose John Deere instead of these foreign options, when you compare the real value proposition relative the warrantied or usable lifetime of the asset, the foreign brands always lose because it's simply not possible to compete with Deere's service network.

[@vbelbel490]

@@tomm9860 Your CAPS LOCK button stuck?

[@tomm9860]

That it did@@vbelbel490

[@patricklandis3910]

A friend of mine has a kioti and he says he wishes he bought a kubota instead, he says theses things are junk….