Kioti DK551
The Kioti DK551 is a tractor produced by Kioti. It is equipped with a 134.1 ci 2.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 54 hp / 40.3 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 980 lbs*Without bucket 444 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 54 hp / 40.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
18 gal
68.1 L
Transmission
12 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
980 lbs*Without bucket
444 kg
Overview
 | 2010 - 2015
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kioti (a part of Daedong) |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in South Korea | |
Kioti DK551 Engine | |
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Daedong 2.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 18 gal
68.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Kioti DK551 Transmission | |
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12-speed synchro shuttle | |
Transmission details ...  |
Kioti DK551 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 54 hp
40.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post folding ROPS. Cab available with air-conditioning. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 9.9 gpm
37.5 lpm |
Total flow | 16.5 gpm
62.5 lpm |
Steering flow | 6.6 gpm
25.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 2654 lbs
1203 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/750/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 75.6 inches
192 cm |
Weight | 4612 to 5203 pounds |
Front tire | 9.5-20 |
Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 134.1 ci / 2.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Daedong 4A220TLXB |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 134.1 ci
2.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.43x3.64 inches
87 x 92 mm |
Power (gross) | 54 hp
40.3 kW |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and reverse synchro shuttle
Type | synchro shuttle |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Clutch | 275mm dry disc |
Dimensions
Kioti DK551 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-20. Rear: 14.9-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 75.6 inches
192 cm |
Length | 144.2 inches
366 cm |
Width | 68.3 inches
173 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 106.9 inches
271 cm |
Height (cab) | 97.6 inches
247 cm |
ROPS Weight | 4612 lbs
2092 kg |
Cab Weight | 5203 lbs
2360 kg |
Ground clearance | 18.5 inches
46 cm |
Front tread | 56.7 inches
144 cm |
Rear tread | 53.5 to 62.4 inches
135 to 158 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Front-end loader | |
Backhoe |
Kioti KB2385 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Kioti KB2385 Backhoe |
Weight | 980 lbs*Without bucket
444 kg |
Transport height | 87 inches
220 cm |
2-Foot flat digging depth | 94.5 inches
240 cm |
Reach from pivot | 128.5 inches
326 cm |
Loading height | 79.1 inches
200 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 180° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 3550 lbs
1610 kg |
Dipperstick force | 2225 lbs
1009 kg |
Photos
Kioti DK551 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kioti DK551 based on its 54 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Kioti DK551.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.4 hrs
Approximately 6.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (18 gal / 68.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.8 gal/hr (10.6 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Kioti DK551 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kioti DK551.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)54 hp
Kilowatts (kW)40.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)54.7 PS
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