Which has more horsepower, the Yanmar YM342 or the Yanmar YM347?

The Yanmar YM347 leads on engine hp at 46 hp hp, compared to 41.4 hp hp for the Yanmar YM342.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Yanmar YM342 or the Yanmar YM347?

The Yanmar YM347 leads on pto hp at 35.5 hp hp, compared to 31 hp hp for the Yanmar YM342.

Which is heavier, the Yanmar YM342 or the Yanmar YM347?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 5,129 lb lb for weight.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Yanmar YM342 or the Yanmar YM347?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,500 lb lb for loader lift.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Yanmar YM342 or the Yanmar YM347?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,750 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

Yanmar YM342 vs Yanmar YM347

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

Across 9 measurable specs, the Yanmar YM347 leads 2 categories to 0 (7 tied). Machine pages: Yanmar YM342 and Yanmar YM347.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Yanmar YM342	Yanmar YM347
Engine HP (hp)	41.4 hp	▲ 46 hp
PTO HP (hp)	31 hp	▲ 35.5 hp
Weight (lb)	5,129 lb	5,129 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	2,500 lb	2,500 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,750 lb	2,750 lb
Lift Height (in)	113 in	113 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	3,047 lbf	3,047 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	14.6 gpm	14.6 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	17.7 mph	17.7 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Yanmar YM342Yanmar YM347

Engine HPhp

41.4 hp

▲46 hp

PTO HPhp

31 hp

▲35.5 hp

Weightlb

▲5,129 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲2,500 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)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	YanmarYM342	YanmarYM347


PTO Power	31 hp	35.5 hp
Alternator	Not Published	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Dual air cleaner element	Dual air cleaner element
Engine Type	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel
Fuel System	Not Published	Not Published
Displacement	133.6 in³	133.6 in³
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Rated Engine Speed	Not Published	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid cooled	Liquid cooled
Engine Manufacturer	YANMAR	YANMAR
Engine Power (Gross)	41.4 hp	46 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Not Published

Weight with ROPS and Loader	5,129 lb	5,129 lb
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Applicable

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

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering Flow	5.3 gpm	5.3 gpm
Implement Flow	9.3 gpm	9.3 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	14.6 gpm	14.6 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	14.6 gpm	14.6 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2	2
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1	1

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

R3 Turf - Rear	44 x 18 - 20.0	44 x 18 - 20.0
R3 Turf - Front	27.0 - 10.5	27.0 - 10.5
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	4.6 gal - 24.0	4.6 gal - 24.0
R4 Industrial - Front	10.0 - 16.5	10.0 - 16.5
R1 Agricultural - Rear	14.9 - 24.0	14.9 - 24.0
R1 Agricultural - Front	8.0 - 16.0	8.0 - 16.0

Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.2 gal	13.2 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Loader Lift Height	113 in	113 in
Loader Breakout Force	3,047 lb	3,047 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	YL605: Skid steer quick attach	YL605: Skid steer quick attach
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,500 lb (pivot pin)	2,500 lb (pivot pin)

Clutch	Dry single	Dry single
No. of Speeds	8F/8R	8F/8R
Transmission Type	Synchronized shuttle shift	Synchronized shuttle shift
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	17.7 mph	17.7 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Not Published

Brakes	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Power steering
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	Suspension seat	Suspension seat

Wheelbase	74.8 in	74.8 in
Overall Width	70.9 in (with R4 tires)	70.9 in (with R4 tires)
Ground Clearance	15.5 in	15.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS	98 in (with R4 tires)	98 in (with R4 tires)
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	11.5 ft (3.5 m)	11.5 ft (3.5 m)
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	133.6 in (with 3PH and R4 tires)	133.6 in (with 3PH and R4 tires)

Yanmar YM342 vs Yanmar YM347: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Yanmar YM342 or the Yanmar YM347?: The Yanmar YM347 leads on engine hp at 46 hp hp, compared to 41.4 hp hp for the Yanmar YM342.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Yanmar YM342 or the Yanmar YM347?: The Yanmar YM347 leads on pto hp at 35.5 hp hp, compared to 31 hp hp for the Yanmar YM342.
Which is heavier, the Yanmar YM342 or the Yanmar YM347?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 5,129 lb lb for weight.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Yanmar YM342 or the Yanmar YM347?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,500 lb lb for loader lift.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Yanmar YM342 or the Yanmar YM347?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,750 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).