First Drive: Kioti HX1402 tractor – more power, less fuss

Established as a supplier of compact tractors, commercial zero-turn mowers and UTVs, Kioti’s launch of the 140hp HX1402 tractor is a progressive move for the South-Korean business

Toby Whatley
Head of Machinery and Farm Technology
clock • 4 min read
The HX1302 and flagship 140hp HX1402 are the largest tractors built by South Korean manufacturer Kioti
Image:

The HX1302 and flagship 140hp HX1402 are the largest tractors built by South Korean manufacturer Kioti

For large-scale arable growers, the name Kioti may sound unfamiliar as a tractor manufacturer, but horticultural businesses, groundcare service providers, vegetable growers and many livestock farms will...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

Login

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358
Register for free Join Now

 

More on Machinery

Kverneland launches high capacity folding f-drill Plus
Machinery

Kverneland launches high capacity folding f-drill Plus

Growers seeking higher-output drilling and fertiliser placement now have a new option following the launch of Kverneland's six-metre folding f-drill Plus, James Huyton reports.

James Huyton
James Huyton
clock 26 June 2026 • 1 min read
Struggling to connect the dots with precision farming tech? Why a specialist contractor might be the answer
Machinery

Struggling to connect the dots with precision farming tech? Why a specialist contractor might be the answer

Offering a package of precision farming services using the latest equipment and software is a valuable operation for FieldCraft Technologies

Jane Carley
clock 26 June 2026 • 9 min read
Updated Amazone Pantera gains redesigned cab and controls
Machinery

Updated Amazone Pantera gains redesigned cab and controls

Toby Whatley
Toby Whatley
clock 25 June 2026 • 1 min read