Kubota isn’t the only East-Asian manufacturer attempting to woo livestock farmers with a growing range of orange-liveried, four-cylinder tractors.

South Korean outfit Kioti launched its biggest ever model at Lamma, and it looks strikingly similar to that of its Japanese rival.

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The 140hp HX 1402 is propelled by a 3.8-litre, four-cylinder engine and four-range, eight-speed semi-powershift transmission, both built by parent company Daedong.

A 75-litre/min hydraulic system feeds three double-acting spools at the rear and, when specced, another two mid-mounted outlets for a loader.

Standard cab features include four-point mechanical suspension, a passenger seat, loader joystick and multi-function armrest.

A three-speed pto and 4.4t Cat 2 rear linkage are also part of the package.

List price of the HX 1402 is £99,800. Buyers on a tighter budget can save a few quid by opting for the 130hp HX 1302, which is identical but for its slightly lesser power output.