Overview
The RK Tractors RK55HC is a versatile compact utility tractor powered by a 55.1 hp Yanmar turbocharged diesel engine and features a standard climate-controlled cab with an audio system. Equipped with a three-range hydrostatic transmission and four-wheel drive, it delivers a rear lift capacity of up to 3,314 lbs for demanding agricultural tasks.
Ideal Applications
Year-Round Utility:
The standard air-conditioned cab and 12-volt electrical system allow for comfortable operation in various weather conditions and environments.
Heavy Lifting:
With a rear lift capacity of 3,314 lbs at the ends and compatibility with front-end loader and backhoe attachments, this tractor is well-suited for material handling and excavation.
Precision Field Work:
The hydrostatic transmission with infinite speeds across three ranges, combined with position and draft control on the Type I hitch, provides the necessary control for diverse implements.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor / Original price was $26,799 in 2017 |
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| Distributor | RK Tractors (a part of Rural King) |
| Manufacturer | TYM |
Engine
| Engine type | Yanmar 2.1L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 17 gal (64.3 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.39x3.54 inches (86 x 90 mm) |
| Description | Yanmar 4TNV86T-CR / turbocharged diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 127.6 ci (2.1 L) |
| Fuel system | common rail direct injection |
| Power (gross) | 55.1 hp (41.1 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2800 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Engine (gross) | 55.1 hp (41.1 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 42.2 hp (31.5 kW) |
Transmission
| Description | hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (3-range) |
| Type | hydrostatic |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard with air-conditioning and audio system. |
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| Description | Power steering / Wet disc brakes |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 9.5 gpm (36.0 lpm) |
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| Steering flow | 5 gpm (18.9 lpm) |
| Total flow | 14.5 gpm (54.9 lpm) |
| Valves | 2 |
Hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
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| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2945 lbs (1335 kg) |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 3314 lbs (1503 kg) |
| Rear Type | I |
PTO
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic |
|---|---|
| Mid PTO | Optional |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Charging amps | 70 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ground clearance | 13.8 inches (35 cm) |
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| Height (cab) | 99.6 inches (252 cm) |
| Length | 141.3 inches (358 cm) |
| Weight | 4233 lbs (1920 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 76.2 inches (193 cm) |
| Width | 63.8 inches (162 cm) |
| Front tire | 9.5x16 |
| Rear tire | 14.9x24 |
| Weight | 4233 lbs (1920 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 76.2 inches (193 cm) |
| Industrial front | 12x16.5 |
| Industrial rear | 16.9x24 |
| Lawn/turf front | 12x16.5 |
| Lawn/turf rear | 16.9x24 |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5x16. Rear: 14.9x24 |
RK Tractors RK55HC attachments
| Description | front-end loader / backhoe |
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References
| Description | RK55 Hydrostatic Operator's Manual published in 2017 |
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Variants
| RK55H | hydrostatic ROPS |
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| RK55HC | hydrostatic cab |
| RK55S | shuttle ROPS |
| RK55SC | shuttle cab |