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Kioti offers reliable and well- priced machines in the sub-compact, compact and agricultural utility sectors.
Distributed by Power Farming Group, the Kioti tractor brand has carved a niche for itself over the past two decades by offering productive, reliable and well- priced machines in the sub-compact, compact and agricultural utility sectors, from 22 to 115hp.
A 2024 release saw the brand take the step into the increasingly important 100 to 150hp sector with the HX1301 and HX 1401, offering 130 and 140hp respectively, and a maximum output of 900N torque. It is powered by Kioti’s own 4-cylinder, 3.8 litre engine, delivered in Tier 2 format, removing the need for emission control systems or after- treatment.
The engine is mated to Power Shuttle/Power- Shift transmission, featuring 4 ranges and 8-step powershift for 32F and 32 R speeds, with 24 speeds. Hydraulically engaged 4WD combines with a rear mechanical diff lock, with a limited slip diff on the front axle to deal with difficult ground conditions.
Tipping the scales at just over seven tonnes, when fitted with a Trima loader, the combination of a 2.6m wheelbase and 4.2m turning radius, means the tractor is useful around the yard, while also at home in the paddock.
The PTO delivers up to 120hp, with 540, 750 and 1000rpm speeds, while the electronically controlled rear linkage with hook ends, offers a useful five tonne lift capacity. A closed-centre, load sensing (CCLS) pump layout offers up to 118 l/min output via four rear valves, with a cab-mounted, multi-function joystick with third service included in the standard equipment.
In the cab, space is created with an overall width of 1700mm and a 5-post layout, meaning unobstructed views to the offside of the tractor. To the right of the air-suspended swivel seat, a multi-function armrest takes care of key functions, including throttle, powershift and auto-powershift functions and rear linkage.
Tony Peters of Taranaki-based Progressive Grazing had already run a Kioti PX 90 for about 10 years at home and it had never been a moment’s bother.
“We quickly realised that the Kioti HX series was exceptional value, when we started a new enterprise last year, so ordered a HX 130, fitted with a Trima front-end loader.
The combination of the heavy-duty Trima loader and the high-flow hydraulic system makes it ideal for feeding out.
“In the first twelve months, we clocked up five hundred hours and handled over nine hundred wrapped silage bales. If the HX goes on to perform like the old PX has done over the last decade, we will be more than happy. It’s just a bloody good tractor.”
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