Yanmar YM276
The Yanmar YM276 is a tractor produced by Yanmar. It is equipped with a 86.2 ci 1.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 27 hp / 20.1 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 2028 to 2146 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 27 hp / 20.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
8.4 gal
31.8 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
2028 to 2146 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 $10,300 in 1991 | |
Variants | |
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YM276 | 2WD |
YM276D | 4WD |
Yanmar YM276 Engine | |
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Yanmar 1.4L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 8.4 gal
31.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Yanmar YM276 Transmission | |
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12-speed three-speed power shift | |
Transmission details ...  |
Yanmar YM276 Power | |
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Engine | 27 hp
20.1 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 23 hp
17.2 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 17.68 hp
13.2 kW |
PTO (tested) | 23.00 hp
17.2 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical dry, internal expanding shoe brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center, constant flow |
Total flow | 8.2 gpm
31.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 1433 lbs
650 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 60.1 inches
152 cm |
Weight | 2028 to 2146 pounds |
Front tire | 6.00-14 |
2WD Rear tire | 12.4-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 70 |
References | |
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YFL Series Loaders published in 1987, by Yanmar | |
YFL 1075 Loader Onwer's Manual | |
YM276/336 27 & 33 Horsepower Compact Tractors published in 1987, by Yanmar |
Engine
Engine Detail — 86.2 ci / 1.4 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Yanmar 3T84HA |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 86.2 ci
1.4 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.31x3.35 inches
84 x 85 mm |
Power | 27 hp
20.1 kW |
Compression | 20:1 |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Firing order | 1-3-2 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse three-speed power shift
Type | three-speed power shift |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Three power shift gears, plus reverse, in four ranges. | |
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Dimensions
Yanmar YM276 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-14. Rear: 12.4-24 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-14. Rear: 11.2-24 |
Ag rear | 11.2-24 |
Lawn/turf front | 25x8.5-14 |
Lawn/turf rear | 16.5-16.1 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 60.1 inches
152 cm |
Length | 117.6 inches
298 cm |
2WD Width | 56.4 inches
143 cm |
4WD Width | 55.3 inches
140 cm |
2WD Weight | 2028 lbs
919 kg |
4WD Weight | 2146 lbs
973 kg |
Ground clearance | 13 inches*At the differential
33 cm |
Clearance (drawbar) | 12.2 inches
30 cm |
2WD Front tread | 39.9 inches
101 cm |
4WD Front tread | 39.4 inches
100 cm |
Rear tread | 43.9 to inches
111 to 0 cm |
Yanmar YM276 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 58.5 inches
148 cm |
2WD Exhaust | 77.4 inches
196 cm |
4WD Exhaust | 77.9 inches
197 cm |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1443 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 4WD
June 12 - 24, 1982
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1443 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 23.00 hp
17.2 kW |
Fuel use | 1.7 gal/hour
6.4 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 22.82 hp
17.0 kW |
Fuel use | 1.6 gal/hour
6.1 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 17.68 hp
13.2 kW |
Fuel use | 1.6 gal/hour
6.1 l/hour |
Gear 2-1 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 2,973 lbs
1348 kg |
Gear 1-3 used for pull test. | |
Photos
Yanmar YM276
Yanmar YM276
Yanmar YM276
Yanmar YM276 with Allied front-end loader.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Yanmar YM276 based on its 27 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 | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
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 YM276.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6 hrs
Approximately 6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (8.4 gal / 31.8 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.4 gal/hr (5.3 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 YM276 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Yanmar YM276.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)27 hp
Kilowatts (kW)20.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)27.4 PS
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