Yanmar EF453
The Yanmar EF453 is a tractor produced by Yanmar. It is equipped with a 133.6 ci 2.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 45 hp / 33.6 kW. Transmission: 9 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 3417 lbs 1549 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 45 hp / 33.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
10.6 gal
40.1 L
Transmission
9 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
3417 lbs
1549 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Yanmar |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Yanmar EF453 Engine | |
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Yanmar 2.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 10.6 gal
40.1 L |
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Yanmar EF453 Transmission | |
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9-speed synch shuttle | |
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Yanmar EF453 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift (at ends) | 2976 lbs
1349 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 547@2700 |
741@2700 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 72.1 inches
183 cm |
Weight | 3417 lbs
1549 kg |
Front tire | 8-18 |
Rear tire | 13.6-26 |
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Engine
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Engine Detail — 133.6 ci / 2.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Yanmar 4TNV88 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 133.6 ci
2.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.46x3.54 inches
88 x 90 mm |
Power (gross) | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
Rated RPM | 2700 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
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Transmission — 9 forward and reverse synch shuttle
Type | synch shuttle |
Gears | 9 forward and reverse |
Clutch | 260mm dry disc |
Three gears in three ranges with shuttle shift. | |
With 13.6-26 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 3% faster than forward. | |
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Dimensions
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Ag front | 8-18 |
Ag rear | 13.6-26 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 72.1 inches
183 cm |
Length | 127.2 inches
323 cm |
Width | 63.2 inches
160 cm |
Height | 96.9 inches
246 cm |
Weight | 3417 lbs
1549 kg |
Ground clearance | 14 inches
35 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Yanmar EF453 based on its 45 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 Yanmar EF453.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.5 hrs
Approximately 4.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (10.6 gal / 40.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.3 gal/hr (8.9 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
Yanmar EF453 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Yanmar EF453.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)45 hp
Kilowatts (kW)33.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)45.6 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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