LS MT342
The LS MT342 is a tractor produced by Ls. It is equipped with a 114.7 ci 1.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 42 hp / 31.3 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse (3-range). Operating weight: 3869 to 4446 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 42 hp / 31.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7.4 gal
28.0 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Operating Weight
3869 to 4446 pounds
Overview
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MT3 SeriesCompact Utility tractor |
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2019 - | |
MT3 Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | LS |
Compact Utility tractor | |
LS MT342 Engine | |
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LS 1.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 7.4 gal
28.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
LS MT342 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 42 hp
31.3 kW |
Shuttle PTO (claimed) | 33.6 hp
25.1 kW |
Hydro PTO (claimed) | 35.7 hp
26.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post folding ROPS. Cab optional. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2466 psi
170.0 bar |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 8.2 gpm
31.0 lpm |
ROPS shuttle Total flow | 12.3 gpm
46.6 lpm |
ROPS hydro Total flow | 14.3 gpm
54.1 lpm |
Cab hydro Total flow | 15 gpm
56.8 lpm |
Shuttle Steering flow | 4.1 gpm
15.5 lpm |
Hydro Steering flow | 5.5 gpm
20.8 lpm |
Steering press. | 2062 psi
142.2 bar |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 2755 lbs
1249 kg |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2469 lbs
1119 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2409 |
Mid PTO | independent OptOptional |
Mid PTO Type | 2000 |
Engine RPM | 2000@2562 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 73.2 inches
185 cm |
Weight | 3869 to 4446 pounds |
Front tire | 9.5-16 |
Rear tire | 13.6-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 70 |
Charging volts | 12 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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MT3 Series published in 2020, by LS |
Engine
Engine Detail — 114.7 ci / 1.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | LS L3C19-T10 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 114.7 ci
1.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.465x4.055 inches
88 x 103 mm |
Emissions | Tier IV |
Power (gross) | 42 hp
31.3 kW |
Fuel system | common rail direct injection |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Torque | 119.5 lb-ft
162.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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16-speed synchro shuttle | |
hydrostatic |
Transmission — 16 forward and reverse synchro shuttle
Type | synchro shuttle |
Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (3-range) hydrostatic
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (3-range) |
Dimensions
LS MT342 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-16. Rear: 13.6-24 |
Lawn/turf front | 28x8.5-15 |
Lawn/turf rear | 41x14-20 |
Industrial front | 12-16.5 |
Industrial rear | 17.5L-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 73.2 inches
185 cm |
Length | 133 inches
337 cm |
Width | 62.5 inches
158 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 95 inches
241 cm |
Height (cab) | 90 inches
228 cm |
LS MT342 Weight | |
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ROPS gear | 3869 lbs
1754 kg |
ROPS cab | 4380 lbs
1986 kg |
ROPS hydro | 3935 lbs
1784 kg |
Cab hydro | 4446 lbs
2016 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Front-end loader | |
Backhoe |
LS LB2105 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | LS LB2105 Backhoe |
Transport height | 83.5 inches
212 cm |
Digging depth | 89.7 inches
227 cm |
Reach from pivot | 125.2 inches
318 cm |
Loading height | 72.4 inches
183 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 180° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 2679 lbs
1215 kg |
Photos
LS MT342 with LL4106 front-end loader and PTO wood chipper.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Ls MT342 based on its 42 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ls MT342.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.4 hrs
Approximately 3.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (7.4 gal / 28 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.2 gal/hr (8.3 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Ls MT342 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ls MT342.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)42 hp
Kilowatts (kW)31.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)42.6 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare LS MT342 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
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LS MT342
Engine Power:Diesel (gross): 42 hp / 31.3 kW
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