Yanmar YM155
The Yanmar YM155 is a tractor produced by Yanmar. It is equipped with a 40.4 ci 0.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 15 hp / 11.2 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 710 lbs 322 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 15 hp / 11.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal
15.1 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
710 lbs
322 kg
Overview
![]() | 1976 - 1979
Sub-Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Yanmar |
Sub-Compact Utility tractor | |
Original price was $5,000 in 1979 | |
Variants | |
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YM155 | 2WD |
YM155D | 4WD |
Yanmar YM155 Engine | |
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Yanmar 0.7L 2-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 4 gal
15.1 L |
Engine details ... | |
Yanmar YM155 Transmission | |
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6-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Yanmar YM155 Power | |
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Engine | 15 hp
11.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pump flow | 3.8 gpm
14.4 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift | 1210 lbs
548 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Clutch | overrunning |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2540 |
770@2540 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48.8 inches
123 cm |
Weight | 1057 to 1145 pounds |
Front tire | 4.50-10 |
2WD Rear tire | 8-16 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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YFL-155TD Loaders published by Yanmar | |
Service Manual Model YM135(D), YM155(D) (AOD1048) published in 1976 | |
YM155/YM155D published in 1976, by Yanmar |
Engine
Engine Detail — 40.4 ci / 0.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Yanmar 2TR13A |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 40.4 ci
0.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 2.953x2.953 inches
75 x 75 mm |
Power | 15 hp
11.2 kW |
Compression | 23:1 |
Rated RPM | 2700 |
Torque | 28.9 lb-ft
39.2 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 |
Firing order | 1-2 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2.1 qts
2.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 180mm dry disc |
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Dimensions
Yanmar YM155 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4.50-10. Rear: 8-16 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5-12. Rear: 8-16 |
Ag rear | 8-16 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48.8 inches
123 cm |
Length | 99.2 inches
251 cm |
Width | 37.6 inches
95 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 45.7 inches
116 cm |
Height (hood) | 42.2 inches
107 cm |
2WD Weight | 1057 lbs
479 kg |
4WD Weight | 1145 lbs
519 kg |
Ground clearance | 10.4 inches
26 cm |
2WD Front tread | 28.7 inches
72 cm |
4WD Front tread | 29.3 inches
74 cm |
Rear tread | 27.6 to 33.5 inches
70 to 85 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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45" mid-mount mower deck | |
Front-end loader | |
Backhoe |
45" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Yanmar YMM-45 |
2-blade with hydraulic lift | |
Cutting width | 45 inches
114 cm |
Overall width | 54 inches
137 cm |
Cut height | 1.1 to 5 inch
2 to 12 cm |
Yanmar YBH-650 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Yanmar YBH-650 Backhoe |
Weight | 710 lbs
322 kg |
Transport height | 61 inches
154 cm |
Bucket width | 9 inches
22 cm |
13 inches
33 cm | |
16 inches
40 cm | |
19 inches
48 cm | |
Digging depth | 73 inches
185 cm |
Reach from pivot | 100 inches
254 cm |
Loading height | 60 inches
152 cm |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 2400 lbs
1088 kg |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Yanmar YM155 based on its 15 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
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 YM155.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.1 hrs
Approximately 5.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4 gal / 15.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (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
Yanmar YM155 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Yanmar YM155.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)15 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)15.2 PS
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