Differences between 2007/2008 and 2010 Kioti CK?

Das Karl · Jan 30, 2010

Hi. First post on the site! Been lurking a while, but now have some specific questions as we get ready to pull the trigger on a 30ish HP CUT with FEL.
Our local Kioti dealer went bankrupt, and his inventory went to our "new" dealer. They have a ~2007/2008 CK 25 hydro and CK 30 hydro that they are selling at a $3k discount to current production prices. I have read on this and other sites that those earlier tractors had quality problems with welds and loader hydraulics, and some design issues that have been fixed. Are the issues I read about real, or were they from trolls? Is the risk worth $3k?
Thanks,
Das Karl

wallace · Jan 30, 2010

The only real changes that have been mad was the frame paint...The CK25 has been replace with the 27 due to emissions..
The only real issue with the " welds and loader hydraulics" was the loader torque tube was prone to cracking that has been resolved by a newer design loader with looking at the side arms of the loader you should see a 4" hole that goes from one side to the other.
There were some injector pump familiars also but they were more of a hit and mis type issue some failed some didn't
If these tractors are being sold as new than you will get the 4 year warranty.
other than those couple of things I mentioned these tractors are hard to beat they are becoming a very proven work horse.

Oldtrout · Jan 30, 2010

I have a 2008,CK25,Gear,550 hours,and no issues whatsoever. It gets a good workout in our landscaping business.

Oh sorry I had one flat tire,ran over a board with a nail in it...