Overview
The Yanmar YM1700 is a compact utility farm tractor produced between 1982 and 1983, available in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive variants. It features a 1.0L 2-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine rated at 17 hp and an 8-speed gear transmission providing eight forward and two reverse gears. Physical specifications include a 55.9-inch wheelbase, 13.2 inches of ground clearance, and an operating weight of 1918 lbs.
Ideal Applications
Powertrain and Engine Configuration:
The unit is equipped with a Yanmar 2TR17 diesel engine featuring a 3.346x3.543 inch bore and stroke, delivering 17 hp at a rated 2400 RPM.
Transmission and PTO Specifications:
The mechanical layout utilizes a dry disc clutch with 8 forward and 2 reverse gears, supporting a rear PTO with selectable speeds of 540, 750, and 1000 RPM.
Chassis and Lift Capacity:
The tractor features an open operator station with manual steering and mechanical drum brakes, and its Category I rear hitch is rated for a 1433 lb lift capacity.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Yanmar |
Engine
| Engine type | Yanmar 1.0L 2-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 5.8 gal (22.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.346x3.543 inches (85 x 90 mm) |
| Description | Yanmar 2TR17 / diesel / 2-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 62.31 ci (1.0 L) |
| Idle RPM | 800-2400 |
| Power | 17 hp (12.7 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2400 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Transmission type | 8-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Description | Mechanical drum brakes |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Steering | manual |
Hitch
| Rear lift | 1433 lbs (650 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540/750/1000 |
|---|
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ground clearance | 13.2 inches (33 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height (exhaust) | 68.3 inches (173 cm) |
| Length | 94.1 inches (239 cm) |
| Operating weight | 1918 lbs (870 kg) |
| Shipping weight | 1829 lbs (829 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 55.9 inches (141 cm) |
| Width | 44.1 inches (112 cm) |
| Front tire | 4.00x12 |
| Rear tire | 8.3x24 |
| Weight | 1829 to 1918 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 55.9 inches (141 cm) |
| Ag front | 4.00x12 |
| Ag rear | 8.3x24 |
Variants
| YM1700 | 2WD |
|---|---|
| YM1700D | 4WD |