Overview
The Yanmar YM1500 is a compact utility farm tractor produced between 1975 and 1979, available in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive configurations. It is equipped with a 15 hp Yanmar 2TR15 liquid-cooled 2-cylinder diesel engine and a gear transmission. The tractor features an open operator station and a Type I rear hitch with a listed lift capacity of 1430 lbs.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Electrical Configuration:
The tractor utilizes a 15 hp Yanmar 2TR15 2-cylinder diesel engine featuring a 12-volt negative ground electrical system and 12-volt starter.
Chassis and Drive Variants:
The model was manufactured in two-wheel drive (YM1500) and four-wheel drive (YM1500D) variants, with total weights listed at 1350 lbs and 1500 lbs respectively.
Hydraulic and Hitch Specifications:
Equipped with an open center hydraulic system, the tractor features a Rear Type I hitch capable of lifting up to 1430 lbs.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Yanmar |
Engine
| Description | Yanmar 2-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Description | Yanmar 2TR15 / diesel / 2-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Power | 15 hp (11.2 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Transmission | gear |
|---|
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
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Hitch
| Rear lift | 1430 lbs (648 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Weight | 1350 lbs (612 kg) |
|---|---|
| 4WD Weight | 1500 lbs (680 kg) |
| Length | 102 inches (259 cm) |
| Width | 42 inches (106 cm) |
| Weight | 1350 to 1500 pounds |
Variants
| YM1500 | 2WD |
|---|---|
| YM1500D | 4WD |