Strengths Loader is powerful and Backhoe is smooth and responsive. HST transmision is smooth and lots of low torque.

Weaknesses NONE.

Overall

Strengths No thin metal! Very solid. No fear of breakage. FEL very good design and good height. Price. Hydrostatic great. Serviceability good. Kioti main office very responsive. Awesome value.

Weaknesses Top speed in low range to slow. Mid-Mount mower needs better lift height. My dealer has very little knowledge. Mid-Mount mower needed repair twice. (note: the MMM is not made by directly by Kioti.)

Overall This tractor is IMHO currently the best value for the most tractor. It is perfect for 2-10 acres. It is a heavy tractor and possibly not the best choice for a mowing only operation, but if you need a tractor for all around jobs, get the CK20 it will surprise you. If possible do a side by side comparison with its competitors. The CK20 will likely win.

Strengths Excellent value / Strong performance / Compact size / Easy to operate - "friendly" / Weight of unit / HST foot control

Weaknesses No suspension seat option Small tool box in a weird location FEL pins needed some massaging Heat from exhaust near left foot

Overall As of 5/20/04, we have put 180 hours of seat time on it, with no complaints! Has tackled everything thrown at it with ease including mowing, post hole digging, moving dirt, spraying, and numerous other tasks associated with the startup of a small 20 acre farm.