Overview
The Century C42 is a compact utility farm tractor manufactured by Kukje in South Korea from 2005 to 2006. This four-wheel-drive model is powered by a 2.1L 4-cylinder diesel engine rated at 42 hp and features a 12-speed partially synchronized transmission. Key specifications include a Category I rear hitch with a 2,580-pound lift capacity and a live rear PTO with dual speeds of 540 and 1000 RPM.
Ideal Applications
Engine and PTO Performance:
The unit features a liquid-cooled Kukje diesel engine producing a claimed 36 hp at the PTO and utilizes a 2-stage clutch to maintain live power delivery.
Transmission Layout:
The drivetrain is configured with four gears across three ranges providing 12 forward and reverse speeds, operated via a left-hand shuttle and synchronized gear shifts.
Hydraulic System and Lift:
An open center hydraulic system provides a total flow of 13.2 gpm and supports up to three valves to manage the 2,580-pound rear lift capacity.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor / Built in Yangsu-ri, South Korea |
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| Distributor | Century |
| Manufacturer | Kukje |
Engine
| Engine type | Kukje 2.1L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Air cleaner | dry cartridge |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.307x3.701 inches (84 x 94 mm) |
| Compression | 22.2:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 9.8 qts (9.3 L) |
| Description | Kukje / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 127 ci (2.1 L) |
| Power | 42 hp (31.3 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Oil capacity | 6.4 qts (6.1 L) |
| PTO (claimed) | 36 hp (26.8 kW) |
Transmission
| 10oF [-12oC]↑ | : JDM J20C |
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| 70o↔-40oF [21o↔-40oC] | : JDM J20D |
| Description | Four gears in three ranges with left-hand shuttle. Gear shift is synchronized with clutch. Tractor must be stopped to shift range and shuttle. |
| Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
| Oil capacity | 37 qts (35.0 L) |
| Oil type | 10oF [-12oC]↑ : JDM J20C 70o↔-40oF [21o↔-40oC] : JDM J20D ([-12oC][21o↔-40oC]) |
| Transmission type | 12-speed partially synchronized |
| Type | partially synchronized |
Mechanical
| Description | Differential wet disc brakes / ROPS. |
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| Differential lock | foot pedal |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Capacity
| Front axle | 7.4 qts (7.0 L) |
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| Fuel | 11.1 gal (42.0 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 9.25 gal (35.0 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 9.25 gal (35.0 L) |
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| Pump flow | 8.9 gpm (33.7 lpm) |
| Total flow | 13.2 gpm (50.0 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
| Valves | 1 to 3 |
Hitch
| Rear lift (at ends) | 2,580 lbs (1170 kg) |
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| Rear Type | I |
PTO
| Rear PTO | live (2-stage clutch) |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Charging amps | 45 |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ag front | 8-18 |
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| Ag rear | 12.4-28 |
| Industrial front | 12-16.5 |
| Industrial rear | 17.5L-24 |
| Lawn/turf front | 29x12.00-15 |
| Lawn/turf rear | 44x18.00-20 |
| Front tread | 50 inches (127 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12.2 inches (30 cm) |
| Height | 96 inches (243 cm) |
| Length | 124 inches (314 cm) |
| Rear tread | 45 to 59 inches (114 to 149 cm) |
| Weight | 3,770 lbs (1710 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 69 inches (175 cm) |
| Width | 61 inches (154 cm) |
| Front tire | 8-18 |
| Rear tire | 12.4-28 |
| Weight | 3,770 lbs (1710 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 69 inches (175 cm) |
C42 Serial Numbers
| Location: | Rear of tractor, below PTO. |
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References
| Description | Operator's Manual C29. C35. C38L, C42L and C47L (948898) published in 2004 |
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Speeds
| Description | With 12.4-28 rear tires. |
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