Yanmar YM226
The Yanmar YM226 is a tractor produced by Yanmar. It is equipped with a 68.71 ci 1.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 22 hp / 16.4 kW. Transmission: 9 forward and 3 reverse. Operating weight: 1724 to 2300 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 22 hp / 16.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
5.3 gal
20.1 L
Transmission
9 forward and 3 reverse
Operating Weight
1724 to 2300 pounds
Overview
 | 1981 - 1991
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Yanmar |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in Japan | |
Original price was $9,000 in 1991 | |
Variants | |
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YM220 | 2WD gear shift |
YM220D | 4WD gear shift |
YM226 | 2WD power shift |
YM226D | 4WD power shift |
Yanmar YM226 Engine | |
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Yanmar 1.1L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 5.3 gal
20.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Yanmar YM226 Transmission | |
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9-speed three-speed power shift | |
Transmission details ...  |
Yanmar YM226 Power | |
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Engine | 22 hp
16.4 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 15.38 hp
11.5 kW |
PTO (tested) | 19.42 hp
14.5 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Drum brakes | |
Two-post fixed ROPS. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 1168 lbs
529 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2400 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 61.1 inches
155 cm |
Weight | 1724 to 2300 pounds |
Front tire | 6.00-14 |
2WD Rear tire | 11.2-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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YFL Series Loaders published in 1987, by Yanmar | |
18 and 22 hp Compact Utility Tractors published in 1988, by Yanmar* | |
YM220/226 22 Horsepower Compact Tractors published in 1987, by Yanmar | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 68.71 ci / 1.1 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Yanmar 3T75HA |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 68.71 ci
1.1 L |
Bore/Stroke | 2.95x3.35 inches
75 x 85 mm |
Power | 22 hp
16.4 kW |
Air cleaner | paper element |
Compression | 22.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 9 forward and 3 reverse three-speed power shift
Type | three-speed power shift |
Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Three power shift gears, plus reverse, in three ranges. | |
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Dimensions
Yanmar YM226 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-14. Rear: 11.2-24 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-14. Rear: 9.5-24 |
Lawn/turf front | 25x8.50-14 |
Lawn/turf rear | 13.6-16.1 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 61.1 inches
155 cm |
Length | 107.9 inches
274 cm |
2WD Width | 53.8 inches
136 cm |
4WD Width | 53.9 inches
136 cm |
Clearance (drawbar) | 14.2 inches
36 cm |
2WD Front tread | 37.8 inches
96 cm |
4WD Front tread | 36.3 inches
92 cm |
Rear tread | 39.4 to 47.4 inches
100 to 120 cm |
Yanmar YM226 Weight | |
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2WD | 1724 lbs
782 kg |
4WD | 1805 lbs
818 kg |
4WD Operating | 2300 lbs
1043 kg |
Yanmar YM226 Height | |
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ROPS | 86.4 inches
219 cm |
2WD Exhaust | 71 inches
180 cm |
4WD Exhaust | 71.2 inches
180 cm |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1442 | |
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Diesel 9-speed 4WD
June 10 - 21, 1982
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1442 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 19.42 hp
14.5 kW |
Fuel use | 1.3 gal/hour
4.9 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 17.87 hp
13.3 kW |
Fuel use | 1.2 gal/hour
4.5 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 15.38 hp
11.5 kW |
Fuel use | 1.3 gal/hour
4.9 l/hour |
Gear 3-1 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 2,644 lbs
1199 kg |
Gear 2-1 used for pull test. | |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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60" mid-mount mower deck | |
Front-end loader | |
Backhoe |
60" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Yanmar YCM60A |
3-blade | |
Cutting width | 60 inches
152 cm |
Cut height | 2 to 4 inch
5 to 10 cm |
Yanmar YBH770 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Yanmar YBH770 Backhoe |
Bucket width | 10 inches
25 cm |
12 inches
30 cm | |
16 inches
40 cm | |
24 inches
60 cm | |
Digging depth | 91 inches
231 cm |
Loading height | 68 inches
172 cm |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 2600 lbs
1179 kg |
Dipperstick force | 2275 lbs
1031 kg |
Photos
Yanmar YM226D compact utility tractor with YFL-875 front-end loader.
Yanmar YM226D with loader and backhoe.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Yanmar YM226 based on its 22 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 YM226.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.6 hrs
Approximately 4.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (5.3 gal / 20.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.1 gal/hr (4.3 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 YM226 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Yanmar YM226.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)22 hp
Kilowatts (kW)16.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)22.3 PS
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