KIOTI Tractor Expands Utility Vehicle Product Offering with New K9 Series

Mar 15, 2018

KIOTI Tractor is introducing its new K9 utility vehicle series with the debut of the K9 2400 model. The K9 Series joins the MECHRON® Series as part of an expanded utility vehicle product offering from KIOTI and includes contemporary styling, enhanced ergonomics and an abundance of storage.

“The launch of the K9 Series marks continued growth for KIOTI,” said Peter Dong-Kyun Kim, president and CEO of Daedong-USA, Inc. KIOTI Tractor Division. “The new K9 comes from the same rugged, workhorse bloodline as the MECHRON, but offers an enhanced level of performance, operator comfort and new high-value standard features.”

Landowners will benefit from a new automotive-style dash configuration, tilt steering and front/rear independent dual A-arm suspension with CV joint guards. The K9 boasts a 24 horsepower, 3 cylinder, in-line vertical, water-cooled Daedong diesel engine with a ground speed up to 31 mph.

Additionally, the K9 has one of the largest all metal beds in its class with an impressive 1,102 lbs. capacity and an optional hydraulic dump kit. Other key standard features include:

12.5-inch ground clearance with HD, Turf, ATV and Tomahawk tire options
Towing capacity of 1,300 lbs. and payload capacity of 1,598 lbs.
Spray-in bed liner
Hydraulic power steering
Protection package with full-coverage skid plates and front grill guard
Front and rear hitch receivers

Optional accessories include a rear screen, working lamps, remote hydraulic kit, canopy and windshield.

“We are excited about the K9 and believe this will be a big step forward for KIOTI,” says Allen Hoover Jr. of Hoover Tractor, a KIOTI dealer in Mifflinburg, PA. “With the innovative design and numerous standard features, we see a demand for this utility vehicle from new and existing customers.”

Source : Kioti

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