Kioti

KIOTI Tractor (pronounced /kaɪˈoʊtiː/ "coyote") is the trade name for Daedong tractors in North America and Europe. Daedong Industrial Company, Ltd., which is based in Daegu, South Korea, was founded in 1947,^[1] producing its first tractor in 1968. In 1993, Daedong expanded into the US market with Daedong-USA, Inc. and established the KIOTI Tractor brand.^[2] Currently, KIOTI Tractor markets over 40 different tractor models in the United States and Canada, ranging from 22 to 110^[3] horsepower, as well as three Utility vehicle models, and a number of attachments and implements.

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  KIOTI MECHRON 2200 UTV – The Ultimate Transport Vehicle

Daedong-USA, Inc. KIOTI Tractor Division

Daedong-USA, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of Daedong Industrial Company, Ltd. specializing in the manufacture and distribution of tractors, UTVs, attachments, and implements. Since the first KIOTI tractor was introduced in the U.S. in 1986, KIOTI has experienced rapid growth. In 1993, Daedong officially expanded into the North American market when Daedong-USA, Inc. was formed and KIOTI Tractor was headquartered in Wilson, North Carolina.^[2] In 2004, KIOTI opened the new North American headquarters in Wendell, North Carolina^[2] which includes the parts, service, and fulfillment center. Today, KIOTI Tractor distributes products through an expanding North American dealer network of more than 350 dealers.

Company Time Line

1986

• Introduced the first KIOTI compact tractor in the U.S.

1993

• Daedong-USA, Inc. was formed and KIOTI Tractor was headquartered in Wilson, North Carolina.

1999

• KIOTI introduced the DK45, the first DK Series compact tractor.

2000

• KIOTI introduced the KL Series loaders, KB Series backhoes, and KR Series mowers.

2002

• Expanded implement line to include mid-mount mower, tiller, and bale spear.

2003

• KIOTI introduced the CK20, the first CK Series compact tractor.
• Expanded implement product lines to include aerator, rotary cutter, rake, box & rear blade and more.

2004

• KIOTI opened the new North American headquarters in Wendell, North Carolina.
• The CK25, CK25 HST, CK30 and CK30 HST are introduced.

2005

• KIOTI opened the South West Regional Distribution Center in Mexia, Texas.
• KIOTI introduced the newly designed DK45S and DK65S, in the DK Series tractors.

2006

• KIOTI introduced the DK45SE HST, the first DKSE Series tractor with advanced technology

2008

• KIOTI introduced the 4 Year Full Fleet Warranty.
• The DK75, utility tractor is introduced.

2009

• The DS Series economy tractors are introduced.
• The DKSE Series is expanded to 10 tractor models.

2010

• KIOTI introduced the DK45SE Cab, DS4110HS, and the DS4510HS.
• Implement line is introduced including 3-point tillage equipment and mowers.

2011

• KIOTI celebrates 25 years of service in North America.
• Introduced the MECHRON 2200 Utility Vehicle, UTV attachments, CK Series Compact Kab, DS3510, and the first RX series tractor, the RX6010C.

2012

• The CS2410 Subcompact Tractor and the RX6010PC utility tractor with Hydraulic Power Shuttle are introduced.

2013

• KIOTI introduced the new CK2510 and CK2510HS, the first in the CK10 Series.
• The new NX series is announced which includes 45 – 60HP Cab models available with Synchro Shuttle and Hydrostatic Transmissions.
• The new RX Series models ranging from 66 – 73HP are available with Synchronized, Power Shuttle, and Power Shuttle with Creeper Transmissions and a choice of ROPS or Cab.

2014

• KIOTI completed an extensive update to its parts warehouse in an effort to increase efficiencies and better serve customers and dealerships.
• NAEDA awards KIOTI with Gold Level Status for exceptionally high dealer rating levels as part of NAEDA’s Manufacturer recognition program.^[4]
• The PX9020 is announced as the first PX Series model.
• The first DK10 Series models are introduced, including the DK4510/H, DK5510/H.
• New NX ROPS models are introduced ranging from 45HP – 60HP.

2015

• New utility vehicles are introduced, including the MECHRON® 2200PS and MECHRON® 2240 2-Row Utility Vehicle.
• NAEDA awards KIOTI with Gold Level Status for exceptionally high dealer rating levels as part of NAEDA’s Manufacturer recognition program.^[5]
• KIOTI debuted four new CK10 Series models, including the CK3510/H and CK4010/H.

2016

• KIOTI celebrates its 30th Anniversary.
• KIOTI expands the Field Option Cab Series to suit new and existing models in the CS Series, CK10 Series, DK10 Series, and UTVs.
• A new drive-over mid-mount mower compatible with the CK2510/H was introduced.
• The CS2210 and CS2510 were added to the CS Series sub-compact line.
• The EDA awards KIOTI with Gold Level Status for exemplary ratings as part of their Dealer-Manufacturer Relations Survey.^[6]

Daedong Industrial Group

Daedong Industrial Company, Ltd.

Daedong Industrial Co., Ltd., located in Daegu, South Korea, has been a world leader in the engineering and development of mechanized farming equipment for over 65 years. Daedong Industrial Co., Ltd. works diligently to maintain and continuously improve the high quality of its products. This is achieved by overseeing design, engineering, and manufacturing operations of all subsidiaries and affiliates.^[7]

Daedong-USA, Inc. KIOTI Tractor Division

The U.S. subsidiary of Daedong Industrial Co., Ltd. specializing in the distribution of high quality tractors, utility vehicles, attachments, and implements established in 1993.^[8]

Daedong Metal Co., Ltd.

Foundry to manufacture main casting parts of agricultural machinery and automobiles.

Daedong Gear Co., Ltd.

Specialized in all kinds of gears for agricultural, industrial machines, machine tools, vessels, special equipment, etc.

Hankuk Chain Industrial Co., Ltd.

Manufactures various kinds of chains for conveyors, forklifts, and other purposes. Sub-compact tractor and UTV are being manufactured since 2000 here.

Daedong Training Center

A deluxe facility for the training of dealers, end-users, and employees.

Daedong KIOTI Europe

A subsidiary of Daedong Industrial Co., Ltd., KIOTI has grown into one of the best-known compact tractor brands in Europe.

Daedong China

Established in 2007, Daedong China specializes in the production of Combine Harvesters and Rice Transplanters.

Product Line

Tractors

• CS Series^[9]
• CK10 Series 25-40 hp^[10]
• DK10 Series 45-55 hp^[11]
• NX Series 45-60 hp^[12]
• RX Series 60-73 hp^[13]
• PX Series 90 hp^[14]

Utility Vehicle

• MECHRON® 2200
• MECHRON® 2200PS
• MECHRON® 2240

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Attachments

• KB Series Backhoe
• KL Series Front End Loaders
• SB Series Snow Removal

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Implements

• Mowers and Cutters
• Tillage Equipment
• 3-Point Equipment
• Hay Tools
• UTV Attachments

Accessories

• Field Option Cabs
• UTV Accessories
• Sunshades
• Grill Guards
• Brush Guards

See also

• List of tractor manufacturers

External links

• Official company website

References