Verified Nov 2026
Castings & Forgings
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Wendell, North Carolina
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Since 1993
Kioti Tractor is a North American brand of Daedong Corporation, a South Korean agricultural machinery maker, operated through Daedong-USA, Inc. The company is headquartered in Wendell, North Carolina, United States, and was founded in 1993. It employs roughly 200 to 500 people and has estimated annual revenue of $100 to $250 million. Kioti designs and manufactures compact and utility tractors, zero-turn mowers, skid steers, and utility vehicles for farming, landscaping, golf course, and construction use. In October 2025 it opened a European headquarters in Rotterdam through Daedong KIOTI Europe B.V.
Kioti Tractor at a glance
Revenue
$100-250M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1993
Headquarters
Wendell, North Carolina
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
1268
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Construction
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
1268
Named foreign suppliers
8
Top origins
South Korea · China · Mexico · Singapore
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Kioti Tractor.
What this tells a buyer
Kioti announced a pan-European logistics partnership with Broekman Logistics in August 2025, according to its European news page.
The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and lists powertrain, transmission, and plastic components among its product areas.
Kioti is a subsidiary of privately held Daedong Corporation and reports selling over 14,000 units annually in North America.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
33 years in operation (founded 1993).
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Kioti Tractor is a North American brand of Daedong Corporation, a South Korean agricultural machinery maker, operated through Daedong-USA, Inc. The company is headquartered in Wendell, North Carolina, United States, and was founded in 1993. It employs roughly 200 to 500 people and has estimated annual revenue of $100 to $250 million. Kioti designs and manufactures compact and utility tractors, zero-turn mowers, skid steers, and utility vehicles for farming, landscaping, golf course, and construction use. In October 2025 it opened a European headquarters in Rotterdam through Daedong KIOTI Europe B.V.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1993 |
Headquarters | Wendell, North Carolina |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $100-250M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Castings & Forgings |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Kioti Tractor makes
The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and lists powertrain, transmission, and plastic components among its product areas.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Powertrain, Plastic, Transmission (source: kioti.com).
Certifications
Kioti Tractor is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
Trade and customs footprint
Kioti announced a pan-European logistics partnership with Broekman Logistics in August 2025, according to its European news page. US customs bill-of-lading records list 1268 inbound shipments across 8 foreign suppliers, with top origins including South Korea · China · Mexico · Singapore.
Latest developments
2026-11-05 — Właściciel marki Kioti przejmuje dystrybucję ciągników Deutz-Fahr w Korei Południowej (farmer.pl)
2025-10-13 — Daedong KIOTI Europe B.V. Opens New European Headquarters in Rotterdam, Marking a New Era of Growth and Partnership (kioti.eu)
2025-10-01 — News | KIOTI (kioti.eu)
2025-08-22 — KIOTI Europe Announces Pan-European Strategic Logistics Partnership with Broekman Logistics (kioti.eu)
2025-07-29 — KIOTI News & Events (kioti.com)
Company details
Kioti is a subsidiary of privately held Daedong Corporation and reports selling over 14,000 units annually in North America. Kioti Tractor was founded in 1993, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Wendell, North Carolina. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 33 years in operation (founded 1993). Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Kioti Tractor make?
Kioti Tractor is a North American brand of Daedong Corporation, a South Korean agricultural machinery maker, operated through Daedong-USA, Inc. The company is headquartered in Wendell, North Carolina, United States, and was founded in 1993. It employs roughly 200 to 500 people and has estimated annual revenue of $100 to $250 million. Kioti designs and manufactures compact and utility tractors, zero-turn mowers, skid steers, and utility vehicles for farming, landscaping, golf course, and construction use. In October 2025 it opened a European headquarters in Rotterdam through Daedong KIOTI Europe B.V.
Where is Kioti Tractor headquartered?
Kioti Tractor is headquartered in Wendell, North Carolina (6300 Kioti Dr, Wendell, North Carolina, 27591).
When was Kioti Tractor founded?
Kioti Tractor was founded in 1993.
How big is Kioti Tractor?
Kioti Tractor has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $100-250M range (estimated).
What certifications does Kioti Tractor hold?
Kioti Tractor lists ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Kioti Tractor import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 1268 inbound shipments for Kioti Tractor, with top origins including South Korea · China · Mexico · Singapore.
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