Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT242HE or the TYM 4215?

The LS Tractor MT242HE leads on engine hp at 42.5 hp hp, compared to 42 hp hp for the TYM 4215.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT242HE or the TYM 4215?

The TYM 4215 leads on pto hp at 36 hp hp, compared to 34.8 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT242HE.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT242HE or the TYM 4215?

The LS Tractor MT242HE leads on loader lift at 2,506 lb lb, compared to 2,200 lb lb for the TYM 4215.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT242HE or the TYM 4215?

The TYM 4215 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,425 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT242HE.

LS Tractor MT242HE vs TYM 4215

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

Across 7 measurable specs, the TYM 4215 leads 4 categories to 3. Machine pages: LS Tractor MT242HE and TYM 4215.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor MT242HE	TYM 4215
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 42.5 hp	42 hp
PTO HP (hp)	34.8 hp	▲ 36 hp
Weight (lb)	—	4,286 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,506 lb	2,200 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	▲ 2,425 lb
Lift Height (in)	94.3 in	▲ 104.9 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,723 lbf	3,422 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	11.7 gpm	▲ 14.3 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	—	18.8 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor MT242HETYM 4215

Engine HPhp

▲42.5 hp

42 hp

PTO HPhp

34.8 hp

▲36 hp

Weightlb

—

4,266 lb

▲4,286 lb

HSTGear

Loader Liftlb

▲2,506 lb

2,200 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,433 lb

▲2,425 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 TractorMT242HE	TYM4215


PTO Power	34.8 hp	36 hp
Alternator	55 A, 12 V	50 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dry	Dry element
Engine Type	4-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, Diesel, NA, CRDI	4-cylinder, naturally aspirated diesel
Fuel System	CRDI	IDI
Displacement	133.6 in³	139.6 in³
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Not Published
Engine Manufacturer	YANMAR	TYM
Engine Power (Gross)	42.5 hp	42 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4

Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	HST: 4,266 lb; Gear: 4,286 lb
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Applicable

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year limited powertrain warranty; 2-year bumper-to-bumper warranty	Up to 2 years or until the 2,000 hours mark, bumper-to-bumper warranty; 3000 hours maximum coverage period for parts and labour on drivetrains or powertrains; 12-months warranty period for implements, including loaders and backhoes.

Pump Type	Gear pump	Single gear pump
Steering Flow	5.0 gpm	9.9 gpm
Implement Flow	6.7 gpm	4.4 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.7 gpm	14.3 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	11.7 gpm	14.3 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	Up to 4
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	0

PTO Rear	540 rpm	560 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity	1808 lb	3,306 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Available (option)	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1433 lb	2,425 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	41X14.00-20	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	25X8.50-14	Not Published
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	43X16.00-20	43x16.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	27X8.50-15	28x8.50-15
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	12.4-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	8.0-16

Coolant Capacity	Not Published	6.2 qt
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	4.8 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal	7.1 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	1.7 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	HST: 9.8 gal; Gear: 8.9 gal

Loader Lift Height	94.3 in	104.9 in
Loader Breakout Force	3,723 lb	3,422 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	LL3003: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler	BL150: Quick attachment assembly
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,506 lb	2,200 lb

Clutch	Not Applicable	HST: No; Gear: Dry single type
No. of Speeds	3 ranges	HST: 3-Range; Gear: F12 x R12
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic Drive	HST: HST; Gear: Synchromesh
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	HST: 18.8 mph; Gear: 14.4 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)	Differential lock

Brakes	Wet, Multi-disc	Wet, multi-disc
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Comfortable suspension seat

Wheelbase	74 in	65.7 in
Overall Width	66 in	56.3 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	14.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS	95 in	97.3 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	11.8 ft (3.6 m)	104.7 in
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	125 in	120.9 in

Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection Branson TYM 15/20 Series--Bad Boy 40/50 Series Brush Screen $250.00

LS Tractor MT242HE vs TYM 4215: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT242HE or the TYM 4215?: The LS Tractor MT242HE leads on engine hp at 42.5 hp hp, compared to 42 hp hp for the TYM 4215.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT242HE or the TYM 4215?: The TYM 4215 leads on pto hp at 36 hp hp, compared to 34.8 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT242HE.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT242HE or the TYM 4215?: The LS Tractor MT242HE leads on loader lift at 2,506 lb lb, compared to 2,200 lb lb for the TYM 4215.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT242HE or the TYM 4215?: The TYM 4215 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,425 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT242HE.