Kioti LK2552
The Kioti LK2552 is a tractor produced by Kioti. It is equipped with a 79.3 ci 1.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 24.4 hp / 18.2 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 2395 lbs 1086 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 24.4 hp / 18.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
2395 lbs
1086 kg
Overview
![]() | 1998 - 1999
LK SeriesCompact Utility tractor
LK Series
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Kioti (a part of Daedong) |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in Daegu, South Korea | |
Original price was $11,250 in 1999 | |
Variants | |
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LK2552 | 2WD |
LK2554 | 4WD |
Kioti LK2552 Engine | |
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Daedong 1.3L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Kioti LK2552 Transmission | |
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8-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Kioti LK2552 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 24.4 hp
18.2 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 20 hp
14.9 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Fixed ROPS on early models, folding on late models. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pump flow | 7.3 gpm
27.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position control |
Rear lift | 2100 lbs
952 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2430 |
1000@2430 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 64.6 inches
164 cm |
Weight | 2395 lbs
1086 kg |
Front tire | 5.00-15 |
Rear tire | 9.5-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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The Leader of the Pack published in 1999, by Kitoi | |
LK2552 - 2WD published by Kitoi |
Engine
Engine Detail — 79.3 ci / 1.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Daedong TD1300F-1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 79.3 ci
1.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.22x3.22 inches
82 x 82 mm |
Power (gross) | 24.4 hp
18.2 kW |
Pre-heating | glow plugs |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
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Dimensions
Kioti LK2552 Tires | |
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Ag front | 5.00-15 |
Ag rear | 9.5-24 |
Ag rear | 11.2-24 |
Lawn/turf front | 25x8.50-14 |
27x8.50-15 | |
Lawn/turf rear | 13.6-16.1 |
41-14.00-20 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 64.6 inches
164 cm |
Length | 112.2 inches
284 cm |
Width | 52.4 inches
133 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 75.2 inches
191 cm |
Weight | 2395 lbs
1086 kg |
Ground clearance | 11.2 inches
28 cm |
Front tread | 42.5 to 58.3 inches
107 to 148 cm |
Rear tread | 39.1 to 48.3 inches
99 to 122 cm |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Kioti LK2552 based on its 24.4 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 LK2552.
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 LK2552 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Kioti LK2552.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)24.4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)18.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)24.7 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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