John Deere 4044M eHydro vs LS Tractor MT242HC

Every published spec for both machines, side by side. The verdict below is computed straight from the spec sheets, not opinion.

Across 8 measurable specs, the John Deere 4044M eHydro leads 6 categories to 2. Machine pages: John Deere 4044M eHydro and LS Tractor MT242HC.

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Category Verdict

Spec	John Deere 4044M eHydro	LS Tractor MT242HC
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 43.1 hp	42.5 hp
PTO HP (hp)	33.6 hp	▲ 34.8 hp
Weight (lb)	3,770 lb	▲ 3,805 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,391 lb	2,063 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 2,500 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 112.1 in	94.3 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,853 lbf	3,723 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 15.9 gpm	11.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	18.6 mph	n/a

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John Deere 4044M eHydroLS Tractor MT242HC

Engine HPhp

▲43.1 hp

42.5 hp

PTO HPhp

33.6 hp

▲34.8 hp

Weightlb

3,770 lb

▲3,805 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲2,391 lb

2,063 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲2,500 lb

1,433 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	John Deere4044M eHydro	LS TractorMT242HC


Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	YANMAR
Engine Model	4TNV88C-MJT	4TNV88C-MLST
Engine Type	Naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder Diesel	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, CRDI
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	133.5 in³	133.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	43.1 hp	42.5 hp
PTO Power	33.6 hp	34.8 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dual element (dry type with safety element)	Dry
Fuel System	High-pressure common rail direct injection	CRDI (common rail direct injection)
Alternator	75 A, 12 V	55 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Dual Independent	Gear pump
Implement Flow	10.2 gpm	6.7 gpm
Steering Flow	5.7 gpm	5.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	15.9 gpm	11.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	15.9 gpm	11.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	1 pair
No. of Optional Remote Valves	3rd, 4th, and 5th optional (up to 5 total)	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	15.0 gal	11.4 gal
Coolant Capacity	6.8 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	5.6 qt (with filter)	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	12.5 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	5.3 qt	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent (electrohydraulic)	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	Standard (540 rpm)
Mid-PTO Availability	No mid-PTO offered	Available (option)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,130 lb	1,808 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,500 lb	1433 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	Standard: 12F/12R PowrReverser; Optional: eHydro (3-range hydrostatic)	HST
No. of Speeds	Infinitely-variable, 3 range	3 ranges
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	18.6 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	18.6 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Wet disc (PowrReverser); not applicable on eHydro	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock: standard, rear, mechanical	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)

Frame Type	ROPS - Foldable	Not Published
Steering	Power steering (hydrostatic)	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet, multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Optional mechanical suspension seat; adjustable weight 52-275.6 lb (115-275 lb); fore/aft adjustment; flips forward	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Mechanical front wheel drive (MFWD) - Standard	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	(Continuous) 3307 lb	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Max vertical load 1103 lb	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	130.6 in	125 in
Overall Width	78.2 in	66 in
Wheelbase	73.0 in	74 in
Ground Clearance	Front axle: 13.8 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	17.1 ft (5.2 m)	11.8 ft (3.6 m)
Height to Top of ROPS	100.2 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	69.5 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	90 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,770 lb	3,805 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Bar, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	R1 agricultural, R4 industrial, R3 turf and VT (versa turf); VT same size as R4
R1 Agricultural - Front	8.00-16 (6PR)	7-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-28	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	27X10.50-15	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	44X18.00-20 (4PR)	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	260/70D16.5	27x8.50-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	420/85D24	43x16.00-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Rigid mounted with parking kit available; Parking stand kit BW16127 (parkable)	LL3003: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler
Loader Model	D170	LL3003, LL3004
Loader Lift Height	112.1 in	LL3003, LL3004: 94.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,391 lb (at pivot, NSL)	LL3003, LL3004: 2,063 lb
Loader Breakout Force	At pivot: 3,853 lbf; @ 19.7 in ahead of pivot: 2,902 lbf	LL3003, LL3004: 3,723 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year/2,000-hour powertrain; 2-year/2,000-hour basic (full machine)	6-year limited powertrain warranty; 2-year bumper-to-bumper warranty

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John Deere 4044M eHydro vs LS Tractor MT242HC: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 4044M eHydro or the LS Tractor MT242HC?: The John Deere 4044M eHydro leads on engine hp at 43.1 hp hp, compared to 42.5 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT242HC.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 4044M eHydro or the LS Tractor MT242HC?: The LS Tractor MT242HC leads on pto hp at 34.8 hp hp, compared to 33.6 hp hp for the John Deere 4044M eHydro.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 4044M eHydro or the LS Tractor MT242HC?: The LS Tractor MT242HC leads on weight at 3,805 lb lb, compared to 3,770 lb lb for the John Deere 4044M eHydro.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 4044M eHydro or the LS Tractor MT242HC?: The John Deere 4044M eHydro leads on loader lift at 2,391 lb lb, compared to 2,063 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT242HC.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 4044M eHydro or the LS Tractor MT242HC?: The John Deere 4044M eHydro leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,500 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT242HC.

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Category Verdict

Spec	John Deere 4044M eHydro	LS Tractor MT242HC
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 43.1 hp	42.5 hp
PTO HP (hp)	33.6 hp	▲ 34.8 hp
Weight (lb)	3,770 lb	▲ 3,805 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,391 lb	2,063 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 2,500 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 112.1 in	94.3 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,853 lbf	3,723 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 15.9 gpm	11.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	18.6 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

John Deere 4044M eHydroLS Tractor MT242HC

Engine HPhp

▲43.1 hp

42.5 hp

PTO HPhp

33.6 hp

▲34.8 hp

Weightlb

3,770 lb

▲3,805 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲2,391 lb

2,063 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲2,500 lb

1,433 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	John Deere4044M eHydro	LS TractorMT242HC


Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	YANMAR
Engine Model	4TNV88C-MJT	4TNV88C-MLST
Engine Type	Naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder Diesel	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, CRDI
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	133.5 in³	133.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	43.1 hp	42.5 hp
PTO Power	33.6 hp	34.8 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dual element (dry type with safety element)	Dry
Fuel System	High-pressure common rail direct injection	CRDI (common rail direct injection)
Alternator	75 A, 12 V	55 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Dual Independent	Gear pump
Implement Flow	10.2 gpm	6.7 gpm
Steering Flow	5.7 gpm	5.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	15.9 gpm	11.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	15.9 gpm	11.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	1 pair
No. of Optional Remote Valves	3rd, 4th, and 5th optional (up to 5 total)	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	15.0 gal	11.4 gal
Coolant Capacity	6.8 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	5.6 qt (with filter)	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	12.5 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	5.3 qt	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent (electrohydraulic)	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	Standard (540 rpm)
Mid-PTO Availability	No mid-PTO offered	Available (option)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,130 lb	1,808 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,500 lb	1433 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	Standard: 12F/12R PowrReverser; Optional: eHydro (3-range hydrostatic)	HST
No. of Speeds	Infinitely-variable, 3 range	3 ranges
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	18.6 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	18.6 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Wet disc (PowrReverser); not applicable on eHydro	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock: standard, rear, mechanical	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)

Frame Type	ROPS - Foldable	Not Published
Steering	Power steering (hydrostatic)	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet, multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Optional mechanical suspension seat; adjustable weight 52-275.6 lb (115-275 lb); fore/aft adjustment; flips forward	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Mechanical front wheel drive (MFWD) - Standard	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	(Continuous) 3307 lb	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Max vertical load 1103 lb	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	130.6 in	125 in
Overall Width	78.2 in	66 in
Wheelbase	73.0 in	74 in
Ground Clearance	Front axle: 13.8 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	17.1 ft (5.2 m)	11.8 ft (3.6 m)
Height to Top of ROPS	100.2 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	69.5 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	90 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,770 lb	3,805 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Bar, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	R1 agricultural, R4 industrial, R3 turf and VT (versa turf); VT same size as R4
R1 Agricultural - Front	8.00-16 (6PR)	7-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-28	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	27X10.50-15	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	44X18.00-20 (4PR)	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	260/70D16.5	27x8.50-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	420/85D24	43x16.00-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Rigid mounted with parking kit available; Parking stand kit BW16127 (parkable)	LL3003: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler
Loader Model	D170	LL3003, LL3004
Loader Lift Height	112.1 in	LL3003, LL3004: 94.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,391 lb (at pivot, NSL)	LL3003, LL3004: 2,063 lb
Loader Breakout Force	At pivot: 3,853 lbf; @ 19.7 in ahead of pivot: 2,902 lbf	LL3003, LL3004: 3,723 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year/2,000-hour powertrain; 2-year/2,000-hour basic (full machine)	6-year limited powertrain warranty; 2-year bumper-to-bumper warranty

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John Deere 4044M eHydro vs LS Tractor MT242HC: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 4044M eHydro or the LS Tractor MT242HC?

The John Deere 4044M eHydro leads on engine hp at 43.1 hp hp, compared to 42.5 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT242HC.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 4044M eHydro or the LS Tractor MT242HC?

The LS Tractor MT242HC leads on pto hp at 34.8 hp hp, compared to 33.6 hp hp for the John Deere 4044M eHydro.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 4044M eHydro or the LS Tractor MT242HC?

The LS Tractor MT242HC leads on weight at 3,805 lb lb, compared to 3,770 lb lb for the John Deere 4044M eHydro.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 4044M eHydro or the LS Tractor MT242HC?

The John Deere 4044M eHydro leads on loader lift at 2,391 lb lb, compared to 2,063 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT242HC.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 4044M eHydro or the LS Tractor MT242HC?

The John Deere 4044M eHydro leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,500 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT242HC.

John Deere 4044M eHydro vs LS Tractor MT242HC

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