Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT122 or the Yanmar SA223?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 21.5 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT122 or the Yanmar SA223?

The Yanmar SA223 leads on pto hp at 15.6 hp hp, compared to 15 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT122.

Which is heavier, the LS Tractor MT122 or the Yanmar SA223?

The Yanmar SA223 leads on weight at 1,962 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT122.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT122 or the Yanmar SA223?

The LS Tractor MT122 leads on loader lift at 1,007 lb lb, compared to 825 lb lb for the Yanmar SA223.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT122 or the Yanmar SA223?

The LS Tractor MT122 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 728 lb lb, compared to 660 lb lb for the Yanmar SA223.

LS Tractor MT122 vs Yanmar SA223

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 LS Tractor MT122 leads 4 categories to 3 (1 tied). Machine pages: LS Tractor MT122 and Yanmar SA223.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor MT122	Yanmar SA223
Engine HP (hp)	21.5 hp	21.5 hp
PTO HP (hp)	15 hp	▲ 15.6 hp
Weight (lb)	1,433 lb	▲ 1,962 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,007 lb	825 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 728 lb	660 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 72 in	71 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 1,960 lbf	1,342 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	6.7 gpm	▲ 8 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	—	9.5 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor MT122Yanmar SA223

Engine HPhp

▲21.5 hp

PTO HPhp

15 hp

▲15.6 hp

Weightlb

1,433 lb

▲1,962 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲1,007 lb

825 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲728 lb

660 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	LS TractorMT122	YanmarSA223


PTO Power	15 hp	15.6 hp
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	40 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Replaceable paper elements	Not Published
Engine Type	3-cylinder, Indirect-injection, Water-cooled	3-cylinder, naturally aspirated diesel
Fuel System	Mechanical, in-line type	Not Published
Displacement	68 in³	60.6 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	3000 rpm	3200 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	YANMAR
Engine Power (Gross)	21.5 hp	21.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	1,433 lbs	—
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	1,962 lb
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Applicable

Warranty Length & Coverage	6 Year Limited Warranty	Tractor: 24 months or 2,000 hours; Powertrain: 10 years or 3,000 hours; Attachments: 1-year limited warranty

Pump Type	Gear	Not Published
Steering Flow	2.1 gpm	3.7 gpm
Implement Flow	4.6 gpm	4.3 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.7 gpm	8.0 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center system, Position control	Open center
System Operating Pressure	1,885.5 psi	—
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	6.7 gpm	8.0 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	Not Published

PTO Rear	Standard (540 rpm)	554 rpm @ 3,200 engine rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Independent (hydraulic clutch)
Lift Control Type	Position	Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity	970 lbs. (At 24 in: 728)	Not Published
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard (2,500 rpm)	Standard
Category, 3-Point Hitch	CAT I	Limited Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	728 lb	660 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	26 x 12.0 - 12	26x12.0-12 4PR
R3 Turf - Front	18 x 8.5 - 10	18x8.50-10 4PR
Tire Size & Options	Front: 18x8.5-10 Industrial; Rear: 26x12.0-12 Industrial	R3 Turf; R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	26 x 12.0 - 12	26x12.0-12 4PR
R4 Industrial - Front	18 x 8.5 - 10	18x8.50-10 6PR
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	Not Applicable
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	Not Applicable

Coolant Capacity	0.9 gal (0.9U.S.gals)	3.0 qt
Crankcase Capacity	0.8 gal (0.8U.S.gals)	3.1 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.6 gal.	6.1 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	0.5 gal (0.5U.S.gals)	3.17 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	3 gal (3.0U.S.gals)	4.1 gal

Loader Lift Height	72.0 in.	71 in
Loader Breakout Force	1,960 lbs.	1,342 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	LL1101: Pin-Type Bucket (standard); Quick Attach Assembly (Optional) - Compact Type (dual-lever LH/RH); LL1700: Quick Attach Implement System	YL110: YANMAR quick attachment system (quick attach/detach)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,007 lbs.	825 lb

Clutch	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
No. of Speeds	2 Ranges	Unlimited (hydrostatic); 2 ranges (High/Low)
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic Drive	Hydrostatic transmission, dual range speeds
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	0 ~ 14.0 Km/h (0 ~ 8.70 mph)	9.5 mph (with R4 tires)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	0 ~ 8.4 Km/h (0 ~ 5.22 mph)	6.6 mph (with R4 tires)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical pedal type	Standard differential lock

Brakes	Wet, Multi-disc	Wet disc
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Full-frame chassis
Front Axle Type	Front Wheel Mechanical Assist (4WD)	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Vertical load: 881.8 lb (882lbs), Horizontal load: 1.6 tonnes (3527lbs)	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	1433 lb	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	High-Back Seat with Foldable Armrest and Retractable Seatbelt; fore/aft adjustable	Not Published

Wheelbase	56 in.	57.9 in
Overall Width	47 in.	47.3 in
Overall Length	97 in.	—
Ground Clearance	Not provided in source	6.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS	87 in.	82.3 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	66.3 in (folded ROPS, top of steering wheel)
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	7.87 ft	7.87 ft (2.4 m)
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	97 in.	102.1 in

LS Tractor MT122 vs Yanmar SA223: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT122 or the Yanmar SA223?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 21.5 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT122 or the Yanmar SA223?: The Yanmar SA223 leads on pto hp at 15.6 hp hp, compared to 15 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT122.
Which is heavier, the LS Tractor MT122 or the Yanmar SA223?: The Yanmar SA223 leads on weight at 1,962 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT122.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT122 or the Yanmar SA223?: The LS Tractor MT122 leads on loader lift at 1,007 lb lb, compared to 825 lb lb for the Yanmar SA223.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT122 or the Yanmar SA223?: The LS Tractor MT122 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 728 lb lb, compared to 660 lb lb for the Yanmar SA223.