Which has more horsepower, the Yanmar YM359 or the Yanmar YT359C?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 58.9 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Yanmar YM359 or the Yanmar YT359C?

The Yanmar YT359C leads on pto hp at 52 hp hp, compared to 47 hp hp for the Yanmar YM359.

Which is heavier, the Yanmar YM359 or the Yanmar YT359C?

The Yanmar YT359C leads on weight at 5,538 lb lb, compared to 5,371 lb lb for the Yanmar YM359.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Yanmar YM359 or the Yanmar YT359C?

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 YM359 or the Yanmar YT359C?

The Yanmar YT359C leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,756 lb lb, compared to 2,750 lb lb for the Yanmar YM359.

Yanmar YM359 vs Yanmar YT359C

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 YT359C leads 4 categories to 2 (3 tied). Machine pages: Yanmar YM359 and Yanmar YT359C.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Yanmar YM359	Yanmar YT359C
Engine HP (hp)	58.9 hp	58.9 hp
PTO HP (hp)	47 hp	▲ 52 hp
Weight (lb)	5,371 lb	▲ 5,538 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	2,500 lb	2,500 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,750 lb	▲ 2,756 lb
Lift Height (in)	113 in	113 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	3,047 lbf	▲ 3,969 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 15.9 gpm	14.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 18.5 mph	18 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Yanmar YM359Yanmar YT359C

Engine HPhp

▲58.9 hp

PTO HPhp

47 hp

▲52 hp

Weightlb

5,371 lb

▲5,538 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲2,500 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,750 lb

▲2,756 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	YanmarYM359	YanmarYT359C


PTO Power	47 hp	52 hp
Alternator	Not Published	55 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dual air cleaner element	Dual stage cyclonic (resin 6.5")
Engine Type	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel	4-cylinder, naturally aspirated diesel
Fuel System	Not Published	Common rail direct injection
Displacement	202.4 in³	202.5 in³
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Rated Engine Speed	Not Published	2500 rpm
Cooling System Type	Liquid cooled	Liquid cooled
Engine Manufacturer	YANMAR	YANMAR
Engine Power (Gross)	58.9 hp	58.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4

Weight with ROPS and Loader	5,371 lb	Not Applicable
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	5,538 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	10-year limited powertrain warranty or 3,000 hours (whichever comes first)	Tractor: 24 months or 2,000 hours; Powertrain: 10 years or 3,000 hours; Attachments: 1-year limited warranty

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering Flow	5.7 gpm	5.3 gpm
Implement Flow	10.2 gpm	9.4 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	15.9 gpm	14.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	15.9 gpm	14.7 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2	1
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1	2

PTO Rear	540/540E rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Independent (electro-hydraulic)
Lift Control Type	Not Published	Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,190 lb	3,307 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I & II	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,750 lb	2,756 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	16.9 - 24.0	4.6 gal - 24.0
R4 Industrial - Front	10.0 - 16.5	10.0 - 16.5
R1 Agricultural - Rear	420/85R24 (Radial)	14.9 - 24.0
R1 Agricultural - Front	210/95R16 (Radial)	8.0 - 16.0

Coolant Capacity	Not Published	7.8 qt
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	8.0 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.2 gal	12.7 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	2.4 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	7.7 gal

Loader Lift Height	113 in	113 in
Loader Breakout Force	3,047 lb	3,969 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	YL605: Skid steer quick attach	YL610: Skid-steer-style loader quick attachment system
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,500 lb (pivot pin)	2,500 lb

Clutch	Dry single	Clutch-less shifting (i-HMT)
No. of Speeds	8F/8R	3 ranges (variable speed)
Transmission Type	Synchronized shuttle shift	I-HMT (Integrated Hydro Mechanical Transmission)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	18.5 mph	18 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	18 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Rear differential lock (foot pedal engagement)

Brakes	Not Published	Mechanical wet disc
Steering	Power steering	Fully hydraulic power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Selectable 2WD/4WD engagement
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Suspension seat	Not Published

Wheelbase	77.5 in	77.4 in
Overall Width	70.9 in (with R4 tires)	70.6 in
Ground Clearance	15.5 in	12.8 in
Height to Top of ROPS	98 in (with R4 tires)	Not Applicable
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	89.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	11.8 ft (3.6 m)	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	133.9 in (with 3PH and R4 tires)	132.1 in

Yanmar YM359 vs Yanmar YT359C: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Yanmar YM359 or the Yanmar YT359C?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 58.9 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Yanmar YM359 or the Yanmar YT359C?: The Yanmar YT359C leads on pto hp at 52 hp hp, compared to 47 hp hp for the Yanmar YM359.
Which is heavier, the Yanmar YM359 or the Yanmar YT359C?: The Yanmar YT359C leads on weight at 5,538 lb lb, compared to 5,371 lb lb for the Yanmar YM359.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Yanmar YM359 or the Yanmar YT359C?: 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 YM359 or the Yanmar YT359C?: The Yanmar YT359C leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,756 lb lb, compared to 2,750 lb lb for the Yanmar YM359.