Leaving thousands of Yanmar owners and dealers to practically fend for themselves. Yanmar was in the US market in the 1980's and they left. So what's the problem? Just take it to a local dealer and get fixed. Many of these circuits are now digital and you will need the factory's help fixing them. What is going to happen when a rat gets under the hood and starts chewing? What is going to happen when the plastic connectors on those wires start to get brittle and fall apart? These are not simple circuits that you can diagnose yourself with a test light or volt meter. Take a look at the wiring diagram on one of these new tractors.

I love it! I'm simply not convinced Yanmar is going to be around to help me FIX it WHEN it breaks. I'm not hating on Yanmar because of the technology. And here is why:įirst, and most importantly, I love technology. These are, absolutely, the tractors to have if you are interested in comfort, quality, and advanced features.ĭo I want one? Absolutely! Would I personally buy one? Nope. The IHMT ( Integrated Hydraulic Mechanical Transmission) transmission is a mechanical masterpiece. The cab models are amazing! Plush, quiet, and loaded with state-of-the-art features. There is no mistaking these tractors for one of the other brands. The styling is not really my taste but the look is definitely unique and fresh. Keep in mind this is only my personal opinion based only on the information that I have gathered myself.įirst off, the new machines are certainly high end. This is my opinion of these new machines. These would be the slick, ultra-modern looking YT235, YT347, YT359, SA221, SA324, SA424, and even the 'Cub Cadet / Yanmar' models from a few years ago. Some customers are starting to ask my opinion of the new Yanmars that are being sold in the USA again.

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