K&F International

What K&F International does

K&F International Co., Ltd. is a privately held Chinese agricultural machinery exporter and importer headquartered in Luoyang, Henan Province, founded in 2010. The company supplies a comprehensive portfolio of agricultural equipment spanning wheel tractors (30-340HP across the KF 3000 to KF 9000 series), crawler tractors, combine harvesters for sugarcane and rice, power tillers, balers, sprayers (drone, boom, and air-blast), and crawler transporters — covering the full farming cycle from land preparation to post-harvest handling. Manufacturing is conducted through a core strategic partnership with Luoyang Shiying Machinery Co., Ltd., while K&F also imports and resells premium international brands including Massey Ferguson, Kubota, CLAAS, Lemken, CASE IH, and John Deere.

The business model is asset-light B2B export via an established dealer network across four continents — Asia, Africa, South America, and Oceania — supplemented by direct sales to governments and large commercial operations. Pricing is quote-based and customized by product type, horsepower, specifications, and destination; no public price list is disclosed. Customer segments include agricultural producers (farmers and cooperatives), local dealers and distributors, and government agricultural programs (notably the World Bank-financed Fergana Free Trade Zone project in Uzbekistan). The company supplements dealer relationships with multi-channel marketing through international trade shows (Agritechnica, AGRILINK), social media, and Alibaba.com.

Underlying technical components include foreign-sourced engines (YANMAR, YTO), transmissions (KANZAKI HST, German LUK clutches), and Italian/KYB hydraulic systems, integrated with proprietary features such as a smart visual recognition system on the 4GQ-1CT sugarcane harvester (±2cm cutting accuracy, modular cutter head reducing maintenance costs by 40%), a multi-function crawler tractor with nine integrated field operations, and remote-control capability on lightweight crawler tractors for orchard and hazardous-environment work.

Name

K&F International

Legal name

K&F International Co., Ltd.

Website

https://kfinternational.com.cn

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

K&F International is a Chinese agricultural machinery exporter and importer, supplying tractors, harvesters, tillers, sprayers, and balers to dealers, farmers, and government agricultural programs across Asia, Africa, South America, and Oceania.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Zhengzhou

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Agricultural Machinery Export: K&F International exports a comprehensive range of agricultural machinery including wheel tractors (30-180HP), crawler tractors, sugarcane harvesters, rice harvesters, power tillers, sprayers, and agricultural implements to international markets. The company also imports equipment including Massey Ferguson balers, windrowers, and Lemken plows for domestic customers. Revenue is generated through direct B2B sales to dealers, distributors, and end-user customers across Asia, Africa, South America, and Oceania.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

K&F International is a B2B export-focused supplier of agricultural machinery, offering a comprehensive portfolio spanning wheel tractors (30-340HP), crawler tractors, sugarcane and rice harvesters, power tillers, sprayers (drone, boom, air blast), balers, mowers, and related implements. The company also imports premium international brands such as Massey Ferguson, Kubota, and CLAAS for distribution in China, providing full-cycle farm mechanization solutions to dealers, distributors, and commercial farming operations across Asia, Africa, South America, and Oceania.

Product overview

K&F International is a professional solution supplier for agricultural machinery offering a comprehensive portfolio of products. The core offerings include multiple wheel tractor series (KF 3000 through KF 9000, ranging from 30HP to 340HP), combine harvesters for sugarcane and rice, forage harvesters, various balers (round and square), power tillers (L-series and M-series from 3HP to 7.9HP), sprayers (drone, boom, and air blast types), crawler orchard tractors with multiple attachments (rotary tiller, fertilizer, ditcher, mower, transporter), light-weighted crawler tractors, crawler transporters (1T-5T), sugarcane trailers, mowers, and bush cutters. The company also provides complete agricultural solutions for specific crops including tobacco, sugarcane, rice, corn, and wheat. K&F functions both as an exporter of Chinese agricultural equipment and an importer of international brands including Kubota rice harvesters, Massey Ferguson balers and windrowers, and CASE IH sugarcane harvesters. The company has established its own agencies across Asia, Africa, South America, and Oceania for global distribution.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• KF Machinery: The primary operating brand for agricultural machinery exports, including sugarcane harvesters, tractors, and related equipment.

Products and services

• KF 3000 Series Tractor (30-55HP) Wheel tractor series with 30-55HP power range, suitable for small to medium farming operations.
• KF 4000 Series Tractor (50-70HP) Wheel tractor series with 50-70HP power range for mid-range agricultural applications.
• KF 5000 Series Tractor (70-80HP) Wheel tractor series with 70-80HP power range for heavier field operations.
• KF 6000 Series Tractor (80-130HP) Wheel tractor series with 80-130HP power range, includes SK series models with YTO engines.
• KF 7000 Series Tractor (140-180HP) High-horsepower wheel tractor series with 140-180HP, includes SP series with YTO engines and Germany LUK clutch options.
• KF 9000 Series Tractor (340HP) High-horsepower precision farming tractor delivering 340HP with advanced features including luxury cab, Grammer seat, 18F+6R gear transmission, and Germany LUK friction plate.
• Sugarcane Harvester Multiple models including 4GQ-1D (180HP), 4GQ-1B, 4GQ-270C (crawler type), and Chenhan 4GQ-1E. Also imports CASE IH A8000 and John Deere CH570 used sugarcane harvesters.
• 4GQ-1CT (260) Crawler Sugarcane Harvester Crawler sugarcane harvester with all-terrain chassis, smart visual recognition system with ±2cm cutting accuracy, modular cutter head design reducing maintenance costs by 40%, and optimized pressing system processing 35 tons per hour (60% more efficient than local equipment).
• Rice Harvester Paddy rice combine harvesters for rice harvesting operations. Imports Kubota rice harvesters including DJ688Q model.
• Forage Harvester 4QZ-18 Self-propelled forage harvester with 264.8kW rated power, precision cutting technology, adjustable settings, and multiple cut length options (7-25mm).
• Round Baler 9YG-1.4 Agricultural baler for producing round bales of hay and crop residues.
• Customized Baler for Southeast Asia Customized baler developed exclusively for a Southeast Asian customer after six months of prototype testing and two factory visits, tailored to specific market conditions and customer requirements.
• Power Tiller (L-series) Lightweight power tiller series for various farming applications including rotary tillage, weeding, and cultivation.
• Power Tiller (M-series) Multi-function power tiller series including 3HP to 7.9HP models for garden, paddy field, orchard, and tobacco applications.
• Drone Sprayer Aerial drone-based spraying system for crop protection applications.
• Self-Propelled Boom Sprayer Self-propelled boom sprayers including 3WPZ-500 and 3WPZ-700 models with YANMAR/YTO engines, KANZAKI HST, Italian spray system, and KYB electro-hydraulic cylinder.
• Air Blast Sprayer Orchard air blasting sprayers (KR-H1, KR-SL series) with high-speed airflow for penetrating dense foliage, 200-300L tanks, and 5-12m spray range.
• Crawler Orchard Tractor Rubber-tracked orchard tractors with multiple configurations: rotary tiller, fertilizer, ditcher, mower, and transporter attachments. Features remote control capability.
• Light-weighted Crawler Tractor Compact crawler tractor series (MCT402/MCT502) with 40-50HP, featuring remote control + manual operation, rubber tracks, and multiple attachments for orchard operations.
• Crawler Transporter (1T, 3T, 5T) Crawler transporter trucks in 1T, 3T, and 5T capacity with hydraulic dump function, suitable for paddy fields and rough terrain.
• Sugarcane Transportation Trailer (7YGS-20) 7YGS self-tipping trailer with 6-8 ton capacity, dual-axis suspension, side discharge functionality, and adjustable header positioning.
• Mower Lawn mowers for grass cutting in gardens, municipal areas, and agricultural applications.
• Bush Cutter Brush cutters including side-mounted (0.9HP) and backpack (0.9HP) models for cutting grass, weeds, and brush in gardens and agricultural land.
• TULPOR Tractor (Uzbek Brand) Tractors bearing the Uzbek trademark TULPOR, manufactured under partnership with Luoyang Shiying Machinery for the Uzbekistan/Fergana market.

Quantifiable outcome

• Sales increased by 230% compared to same period of previous year
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Fergana State Government (Uzbekistan)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 April 2025Governor Khayrullo Bozorov of Fergana State Uzbekistan visited Henan agricultural machinery enterprises including K&F partner facilities. Government committed to enhancing support for Chinese agricultural machinery companies entering Fergana Free Trade Zone and promoting products in Uzbekistan and neighboring countries.
• Overseas PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 March 2019Partnership with overseas dealers including successful delivery of 80 high-powered paddy field tractors. Close collaboration on customer experience tracking and feedback system to improve product performance and customer satisfaction.
• Luoyang Shiying Machinery Co., LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCore strategic manufacturing partner of K&F International. Luoyang Shiying Machinery is responsible for manufacturing tractors and other agricultural equipment according to K&F specifications. The partnership includes joint product development, quality control, and coordinated export operations. K&F serves as the international business platform for Shiying products.
• South American PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMulti-year machinery upgrade plan collaboration with South American partners including introduction of biofuel-compatible models to support sugar industry carbon neutrality goals. Includes local technical training program for Brazilian engineers.
• Southeast Asian CustomersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership for customized baler development after six months of prototype testing and two factory visits. Exclusive balers customized for specific customer needs and market conditions.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mahindra & Mahindra: Mahindra is the world's largest tractor manufacturer by volume and a major player in emerging markets including Africa and Southeast Asia. Comparable to K&F for focus on small-to-mid horsepower tractors in developing markets, though at much larger scale and with deeper dealer networks.
• ISEKI: ISEKI is a Japanese specialty agricultural machinery manufacturer focused on compact tractors, rice planting, and vegetable farming equipment. Comparable to K&F for specialty/compact equipment in Asian markets and overlapping product categories including power tillers, rice harvesters, and small tractors.
• Foton Lovol: Foton Lovol is a major Chinese agricultural machinery manufacturer offering tractors, harvesters, and implements for both domestic and export markets. Directly comparable to K&F as a Chinese ag-machinery exporter with a full-line product portfolio targeting emerging markets in Asia, Africa, and South America.
• YTO Group: YTO Group is a leading Chinese tractor and agricultural machinery manufacturer producing wheel tractors, combine harvesters, and implements. K&F uses YTO engines in its KF 6000/7000 series tractors, and YTO represents a comparable Chinese ag-machinery OEM with similar export ambitions and product breadth.

Broad incumbents

• SDF Group: SDF Group owns SAME, Deutz-Fahr, Lamborghini Trattori, and Hürlimann—European tractor and harvester brands. Comparable to K&F for mid-horsepower tractor and specialty harvester offerings, particularly in markets like Africa and South America where SDF also maintains presence.
• John Deere: John Deere is the world's largest agricultural machinery manufacturer, offering a full-line portfolio from compact tractors to large harvesters. K&F even imports John Deere CH570 sugarcane harvesters, making Deere the dominant global incumbent K&F competes against in premium and large-farm segments.
• Kubota: Kubota is a Japanese global leader in agricultural machinery, compact tractors, and rice harvesters. K&F imports Kubota rice harvesters and competes in similar emerging-market tractor and harvester segments, but Kubota operates with far broader scale, dealer network, and brand equity.
• AGCO: AGCO is a global agricultural equipment manufacturer with brands including Massey Ferguson, Fendt, and Valtra. K&F imports Massey Ferguson balers and windrowers, and AGCO competes across tractors, harvesters, and hay tools with much broader global footprint.
• CLAAS: CLAAS is a European family-owned leader in combine harvesters, forage harvesters, and balers. K&F has a compatibility-testing partnership with CLAAS for Sudan pasture applications, and CLAAS competes in similar harvester and baler categories where K&F also operates.
• CNH Industrial: CNH Industrial owns Case IH and New Holland, two of the largest agricultural machinery brands globally. K&F imports Case IH A8000 sugarcane harvesters, and CNH competes across virtually every product category K&F offers, but with vastly greater scale and precision-ag capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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