LS Tractor MT242E vs Yanmar YM342

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 Yanmar YM342 leads 5 categories to 3. Machine pages: LS Tractor MT242E and Yanmar YM342.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor MT242E	Yanmar YM342
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 42.5 hp	41.4 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 35.4 hp	31 hp
Weight (lb)	3,250 lb	▲ 3,916 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	2,063 lb	▲ 2,500 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	▲ 2,750 lb
Lift Height (in)	94.3 in	▲ 113 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,723 lbf	3,047 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	12.4 gpm	▲ 14.6 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	n/a	17.7 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor MT242EYanmar YM342

Engine HPhp

▲42.5 hp

41.4 hp

PTO HPhp

▲35.4 hp

31 hp

Weightlb

3,250 lb

▲3,916 lb

Loader Liftlb

2,063 lb

▲2,500 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,433 lb

▲2,750 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 TractorMT242E	YanmarYM342


Engine Manufacturer	YANMAR	Yanmar
Engine Model	4TNV88C-MLST	4TNV88C-XKITL
Engine Type	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, CRDI	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	133.6 in³	133.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	Not Published
Engine Power (Gross)	42.5 hp	41.4 hp
PTO Power	35.4 hp	31 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry	Dual air cleaner element
Fuel System	CRDI (common rail direct injection)	Not Published
Alternator	55 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Gear pump	Not Published
Implement Flow	7.4 gpm	9.3 gpm
Steering Flow	5.0 gpm	5.3 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.4 gpm	14.6 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	12.4 gpm	14.6 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0 (1 pair optional)	1
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 pair (optional)	2

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal	13.2 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	6.3 qt
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	5.1 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	9.0 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	2.4 gal

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	Standard (540 rpm)	540/540E rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Available (option)	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I & II
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,808 lb	3,190 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1433 lb	2,750 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Not Published

Transmission Type	Synchro Shuttle	Synchronized shuttle shift
No. of Speeds	F12 x R12	F8-R8
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	17.7 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Dry Single	Dry Single
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)	Differential lock (foot pedal)

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Wet, multi-disc	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Suspension seat
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Selectable 2WD/4WD engagement
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	125 in	133.6 in (with 3PH and R4 tires)
Overall Width	66 in	70.9 in (with R4 tires)
Wheelbase	74 in	74.8 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	15.5 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	11.8 ft (3.6 m)	138 in
Height to Top of ROPS	95 in	98.0 in (with R4 tires)
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,250 lb	3,916 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	5,129 lb
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 agricultural, R4 industrial, R3 turf and VT (versa turf); VT same size as R4	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	8.0 - 16.0
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	14.9 - 24.0
R3 Turf - Front	25x8.50-14	27.0 - 10.5
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	44 x 18 - 20.0
R4 Industrial - Front	27x8.50-15	10.0 - 16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	43x16.00-20	17.5L - 24.0

Quick Attach Loader System	LL3003: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler	YL605: Skid steer quick attach
Loader Model	LL3003	YL605
Loader Lift Height	LL3003: 94.3 in	YL605: 113.0 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL3003: 2,063 lb	YL605: 2,500 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LL3003: 3,723 lb	YL605: 3,047 lb (19.7 in forward of pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year limited powertrain warranty; 2-year bumper-to-bumper warranty	10-year limited powertrain warranty or 3,000 hours (whichever comes first)

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LS Tractor MT242E vs Yanmar YM342: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT242E or the Yanmar YM342?: The LS Tractor MT242E leads on engine hp at 42.5 hp hp, compared to 41.4 hp hp for the Yanmar YM342.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT242E or the Yanmar YM342?: The LS Tractor MT242E leads on pto hp at 35.4 hp hp, compared to 31 hp hp for the Yanmar YM342.
Which is heavier, the LS Tractor MT242E or the Yanmar YM342?: The Yanmar YM342 leads on weight at 3,916 lb lb, compared to 3,250 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT242E.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT242E or the Yanmar YM342?: The Yanmar YM342 leads on loader lift at 2,500 lb lb, compared to 2,063 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT242E.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT242E or the Yanmar YM342?: The Yanmar YM342 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,750 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT242E.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor MT242E	Yanmar YM342
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 42.5 hp	41.4 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 35.4 hp	31 hp
Weight (lb)	3,250 lb	▲ 3,916 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	2,063 lb	▲ 2,500 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	▲ 2,750 lb
Lift Height (in)	94.3 in	▲ 113 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,723 lbf	3,047 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	12.4 gpm	▲ 14.6 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	n/a	17.7 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor MT242EYanmar YM342

Engine HPhp

▲42.5 hp

41.4 hp

PTO HPhp

▲35.4 hp

31 hp

Weightlb

3,250 lb

▲3,916 lb

Loader Liftlb

2,063 lb

▲2,500 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,433 lb

▲2,750 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 TractorMT242E	YanmarYM342


Engine Manufacturer	YANMAR	Yanmar
Engine Model	4TNV88C-MLST	4TNV88C-XKITL
Engine Type	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, CRDI	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	133.6 in³	133.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	Not Published
Engine Power (Gross)	42.5 hp	41.4 hp
PTO Power	35.4 hp	31 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry	Dual air cleaner element
Fuel System	CRDI (common rail direct injection)	Not Published
Alternator	55 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Gear pump	Not Published
Implement Flow	7.4 gpm	9.3 gpm
Steering Flow	5.0 gpm	5.3 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.4 gpm	14.6 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	12.4 gpm	14.6 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0 (1 pair optional)	1
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 pair (optional)	2

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal	13.2 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	6.3 qt
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	5.1 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	9.0 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	2.4 gal

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	Standard (540 rpm)	540/540E rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Available (option)	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I & II
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,808 lb	3,190 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1433 lb	2,750 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Not Published

Transmission Type	Synchro Shuttle	Synchronized shuttle shift
No. of Speeds	F12 x R12	F8-R8
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	17.7 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Dry Single	Dry Single
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)	Differential lock (foot pedal)

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Wet, multi-disc	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Suspension seat
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Selectable 2WD/4WD engagement
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	125 in	133.6 in (with 3PH and R4 tires)
Overall Width	66 in	70.9 in (with R4 tires)
Wheelbase	74 in	74.8 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	15.5 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	11.8 ft (3.6 m)	138 in
Height to Top of ROPS	95 in	98.0 in (with R4 tires)
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,250 lb	3,916 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	5,129 lb
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 agricultural, R4 industrial, R3 turf and VT (versa turf); VT same size as R4	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	8.0 - 16.0
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	14.9 - 24.0
R3 Turf - Front	25x8.50-14	27.0 - 10.5
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	44 x 18 - 20.0
R4 Industrial - Front	27x8.50-15	10.0 - 16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	43x16.00-20	17.5L - 24.0

Quick Attach Loader System	LL3003: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler	YL605: Skid steer quick attach
Loader Model	LL3003	YL605
Loader Lift Height	LL3003: 94.3 in	YL605: 113.0 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL3003: 2,063 lb	YL605: 2,500 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LL3003: 3,723 lb	YL605: 3,047 lb (19.7 in forward of pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year limited powertrain warranty; 2-year bumper-to-bumper warranty	10-year limited powertrain warranty or 3,000 hours (whichever comes first)

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LS Tractor MT242E vs Yanmar YM342: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT242E or the Yanmar YM342?

The LS Tractor MT242E leads on engine hp at 42.5 hp hp, compared to 41.4 hp hp for the Yanmar YM342.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT242E or the Yanmar YM342?

The LS Tractor MT242E leads on pto hp at 35.4 hp hp, compared to 31 hp hp for the Yanmar YM342.

Which is heavier, the LS Tractor MT242E or the Yanmar YM342?

The Yanmar YM342 leads on weight at 3,916 lb lb, compared to 3,250 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT242E.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT242E or the Yanmar YM342?

The Yanmar YM342 leads on loader lift at 2,500 lb lb, compared to 2,063 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT242E.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT242E or the Yanmar YM342?

The Yanmar YM342 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,750 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT242E.

LS Tractor MT242E vs Yanmar YM342

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