Yanmar YM165
The Yanmar YM165 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): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 1109 to 1230 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal
15.1 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
1109 to 1230 pounds
Overview
 | 1980 - 1986
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Yanmar |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Original price was $6,500 in 1986 | |
Variants | |
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YM165 | 2WD |
YM165D | 4WD |
Yanmar YM165 Engine | |
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Yanmar 0.7L 2-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Yanmar YM165 Transmission | |
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6-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Yanmar YM165 Power | |
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Engine | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | bull gear |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Open operator station. Two-post ROPS available (RB169) | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 4 gal
15.1 L |
Hydraulic system | 2.5 gal
9.5 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 2.5 gal
9.5 L |
Pressure | 1138 psi
78.5 bar |
Valves | 1 |
Pump flow | 3.8 gpm
14.4 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift (at ends) | 772 lbs
350 kg |
Front Hitch | 530 |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
Clutch | overrunning mechanical dry disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2540 |
770@2540 | |
Front PTO | independent OptOptional |
Clutch | electro-magnetic |
Front PTO Type | pulley |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48.8 inches
123 cm |
Weight | 1109 to 1230 pounds |
Front tire | 4.50-10 |
2WD Rear tire | 8/8-16 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 7 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 35 |
References | |
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16HP Diesel Tractor published in 1980, by Yanmar | |
Operation Manual YM165/YM165D (OME1650(1)-8801) published in 1980 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 40.4 ci / 0.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Yanmar 2TR13A |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 40.4 ci
0.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 2.95x2.95 inches
75 x 75 mm |
Power | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Pre-heating | coolant heater OptOptional |
Compression | 23:1 |
Rated RPM | 2700 |
Operating RPM | 2200-2700 |
Firing order | 1-2 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 3.4 qts
3.2 L |
Intake valve clearance | 0.008 inches
0.203 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.008 inches
0.203 mm |
Oil capacity | 2.3 qts
2.2 L |
Oil change | 100 h |
Yanmar YM165 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Oil capacity | 10 qts
9.5 L |
Three gears, plus reverse, in two ranges. | |
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Dimensions
Yanmar YM165 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4.50-10. Rear: 8/8-16 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5-12. Rear: 8-16 |
Lawn/turf front | 20.5x8.00-10 |
Lawn/turf rear | 29x12.00-15 |
Lawn/turf front | 6-12 |
Lawn/turf rear | 8-16 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48.8 inches
123 cm |
Length | 95.3 inches
242 cm |
Width | 38.4 inches
97 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 45.7 inches
116 cm |
2WD Weight | 1109 lbs
503 kg |
4WD Weight | 1230 lbs
557 kg |
Clearance (rear axle) | 13.4 inches
34 cm |
Clearance (drawbar) | 10.4 inches
26 cm |
Flange rear axle | |
2WD Front tread | 31 inches
78 cm |
4WD Front tread | 29.3 inches
74 cm |
Rear tread | 27.6/33.5 inches
70/85 cm |
Photos
Yanmar YM165
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Yanmar YM165 based on its 16 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 YM165.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.8 hrs
Approximately 4.8 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 (3.1 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 YM165 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Yanmar YM165.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)16 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS
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