LS MT242H
The LS MT242H is a 42.5 hp hydrostatic farm tractor from the MT2 Series introduced in 2024. It features a Yanmar 2.2L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine with direct injection, delivering 42.5 hp gross power. The tractor has a hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds across 3 ranges. It includes four-wheel drive, power steering, wet disc brakes, and a two-post folding ROPS with an optional air-conditioned cab. The MT242H supports a rear I-type hitch with position control and a rear lift capacity of 1433 lbs (650 kg). The rear PTO is independent and operates at 540 rpm. Dimensions include a 74-inch wheelbase, 125-inch length, 66-inch width, and heights of 95 inches (ROPS) or 90 inches (cab). The tractor weighs between 3338 and 3805 lbs depending on configuration. Standard tires are 7-14 front and 11.2-24 rear, with optional lawn/turf and industrial tires available. Hydraulics use an open center system with a total flow of 11.7 gpm. Electrical system features a 12-volt battery with a 55-amp alternator. Attachments include the LL3003 front-end loader and LS LB3002 backhoe, with detailed lift, reach, and force specifications.
Power42 hp
Founded2024 -
ModelMT242H
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for LS MT242H
Power
| PTO (claimed) | 34.8 hp (26.0 kW) |
|---|---|
| Engine (gross) | 42.5 hp (31.7 kW) |
Tires
| Lawn/turf rear | 41x14.00-20 |
|---|---|
| Industrial rear | 43x16.00-20 |
| Lawn/turf front | 25x8.50-14 |
| Industrial front | 27x8.50-15 |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-14. Rear: 11.2-24 |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Yanmar 4TNV88C |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled inline |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 10.6 gal (40.1 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.46x3.54 inches (88 x 90 mm) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Displacement | 133.6 ci (2.2 L) |
| Cab Fuel tank | 11.4 gal (43.1 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Variants
| MT242E | Economy ROPS shuttle |
|---|---|
| MT242H | Deluxe ROPS hydrostatic |
| MT242HC | deluxe cab hydrostatic |
| MT242HE | Economy ROPS hydrostatic |
| MT242HEC | Economy cab hydrostatic |
Dimensions
| Width | 66 inches (167 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 125 inches (317 cm) |
| Rear tire | 11.2-24 |
| Wheelbase | 74 inches (187 cm) |
| Cab Weight | 3805 lbs (1725 kg) |
| Front tire | 7-14 |
| ROPS Weight | 3338 lbs (1514 kg) |
| Height (cab) | 90 inches (228 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 95 inches (241 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Batteries | 12 |
| Battery volts | 1 |
| Charging amps | 55 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 6.7 gpm (25.4 lpm) |
| Total flow | 11.7 gpm (44.3 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 5 gpm (18.9 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post folding ROPS. Cab available with air-conditioning. |
|---|
Production
| Series | MT2 Series |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | LS |
| Production years | 2024 - |
Attachments
| Backhoe | LS LB3002 Backhoe |
|---|---|
| Front-end loader | LL3003 Loader |
| Backhoe swing arc | 160° |
| Loader dump angle | 48° |
| Loader bucket width | 66 inches (167 cm) |
| Backhoe bucket force | 3663 lbs (1661 kg) |
| Backhoe digging depth | 97.2 inches (246 cm) |
| Loader reach (dumped) | 14.4 inches (36 cm) |
| Loader rollback angle | 42.5° |
| Backhoe loading height | 76.2 inches (193 cm) |
| Loader height (at pin) | 94.3 inches (239 cm) |
| Backhoe bucket rotation | 180° |
| Backhoe reach from pivot | 127.2 inches (323 cm) |
| Backhoe transport height | 81.8 inches (207 cm) |
| Loader breakout (at pin) | 3723 lbs (1688 kg) |
| Loader clearance (dumped) | 67 inches (170 cm) |
| Loader lift (1.5m at pin) | 2506 lbs (1136 kg) |
| Loader lift (full at pin) | 2063 lbs (935 kg) |
| Loader weight (without bucket) | 741 lbs (336 kg) |
Transmission
| Type | hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (3-range) |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position control |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 1433 lbs (650 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
