The UK's Premier Agricultural Machinery and Technology Show

20–21 January 2027, NEC, Birmingham

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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
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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...

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