Overview
The Branson 4225R is a compact utility farm tractor powered by a 42 hp Kukje 2.1L 4-cylinder diesel engine, in production since 2017. It features a 12-speed shuttle transmission with four synchronized gears across three ranges and a four-wheel-drive mechanical system. The unit is built with a 71.1-inch wheelbase and a two-post folding ROPS configuration.
Ideal Applications
Engine and PTO Performance:
The Tier IV compliant diesel engine delivers a net 42 hp at 2600 RPM and provides a claimed 36 hp to an independent 540/540E rear PTO.
Hydraulic and Hitch Capacity:
Equipped with an open center hydraulic system providing a 16.1 gpm total flow, the tractor supports a Category I rear hitch rated to lift 2420 lbs at 24 inches.
Chassis and Mechanical Specs:
The 4113-lb tractor features power steering, wet disc brakes, and a mechanical rear differential lock, with 13.1 inches of ground clearance on standard agricultural tires.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Branson (a part of Kukje) |
Engine
| Engine type | Kukje 2.1L 4-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Air cleaner | dual dry element |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.31x3.70 inches (84 x 94 mm) |
| Compression | 21:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 6.4 qts (6.1 L) |
| Description | Kukje A2000N2-UTR4 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 127.2 ci (2.1 L) |
| Emissions | Tier IV |
| Oil capacity | 7 qts (6.6 L) |
| Power (net) | 42 hp (31.3 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Engine (net) | 42 hp (31.3 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 36 hp (26.8 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Description | Four synchronized gears in three ranges. |
| Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
| Oil capacity | 40 qts (37.9 L) |
| Transmission type | 12-speed shuttle |
| Type | shuttle |
Mechanical
| Description | Power steering / Wet disc brakes / Two-post folding ROPS. |
|---|---|
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Capacity
| Fuel | 12 gal (45.4 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 10 gal (37.9 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) |
|---|---|
| Pressure | 2100 psi (144.8 bar) |
| Pump flow | 11.1 gpm (42.0 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 5 gpm (18.9 lpm) |
| Total flow | 16.1 gpm (60.9 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
Hitch
| Control | position control |
|---|---|
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2420 lbs (1097 kg) |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 3306 lbs (1499 kg) |
| Rear Type | I |
PTO
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
|---|---|
| Engine RPM | 540@2500 |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540/540E (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Charging amps | 70 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Industrial front | 10x16.5-6 |
|---|---|
| Industrial rear | 420/70x24-6 |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5x16. Rear: 12.4x28 |
| Ground clearance | 13.1 inches (33 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 96 inches (243 cm) |
| Length | 129 inches (327 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 4113 lbs (1865 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 71.1 inches (180 cm) |
| Width | 60.2 inches (152 cm) |
| Front tire | 9.5x16 |
| Rear tire | 12.4x28 |
| Weight | 4113 lbs (1865 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 71.1 inches (180 cm) |
Branson 4225R attachments
| Description | front-end loader / backhoe |
|---|
Variants
| 4225C | Cab shuttle |
|---|---|
| 4225CH | Cab hydrostatic |
| 4225H | ROPS hydrostatic |
| 4225R | ROPS shuttle |