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Yanmar AF-18

Production years: 1992 • Assembly plant: Nagahama, Shiga / Okayama, Japan

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Engine horsepower
17.8 HP
—
Displacement
1 L
3-cylinder engine
Drive and chassis
4WD
Creeper (12-speed)
Operating weight
749 kg
1,653 lbs

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19924WD
18HP
YanmarAF-18
Official Technical Blueprint Record

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Compact / Sub-Compact Yard
Global Tractor Fleet Power SpectrumTop 93% of all indexed machinery
Compact (20 HP)Utility (100 HP)Row-Crop (250 HP)Titans (600+ HP)
Specific Output
17.8 HP/L
Aspiration: Unknown
Traction Ratio
42.1 kg/HP
Heavy ballast for draft pull
PTO Efficiency
—
Mechanical driveline
Hydraulic Flow
Standard
Auxiliary implement ports

Engine and power specifications

Engine model
Yanmar 3TNE74
Fuel type
Diesel
Rated horsepower
17.8 hp
Rated PTO Power
N/A (Yanmar specification)
Cylinders
3
Displacement
1 L (61.4 ci)
Bore / stroke
2.91x3.07 inches 74 x 78 mm
Rated RPM
2500 RPM
Crankcase oil capacity
N/A
Coolant capacity
N/A

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Transmission and chassis specifications

Transmission type
Creeper (12-speed)
Gears (forward / reverse)
12 forward
Drive system
4WD
Wheelbase
53.2 in
Front tire
6.00-12
Rear tire
8.3-22
Hydraulic flow
N/A
Rear hitch
N/A
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Overloaded / Wheel Slip Alert(981%)
CAD DRAFT SCHEMATIC • Wide-Span Field Cultivator
SOIL: Medium Tilled LoamDEPTH: 4"SPEED: 7 MPH981% LOAD
SOIL SURFACE (0.0")SUB-SURFACE PLOW PAN (~14")17.8 HP◄ 7,301 LBS DRAFT4" DEPTH
DRAWBAR DEMAND: 136.3 HPWIDTH / SIZE: 42 ft Width
ASABE D497.7 Tillage Specific Resistance Formula
Implement Size (ft Width)42 ft Width
18 ft WidthDefault: 4270 ft Width
Tillage / Seeding Depth4 inches (10 cm)
2"Target: 4"6"
Target Operating Field Speed7.0 mph (11.3 km/h)
5 mphRated: 7 mph9 mph
Engine Power Demand vs Rated Output174.7 HP / 17.8 HP Rated
0%55% (Min Load)60-85% (Sweet Spot)100% (Cap)
Draft Force
7,301 lbs
Drawbar Power
136.3 HP
Target Slip
8% - 12%
Axle Ballast Balance (MFWD / Mechanical Front Assist )Calibrated for Wide-Span Field Cultivator (100 lbs/HP standard)
Target: 1,780 lbs
Front Axle: 38%Rear Axle: 62%
307 kg (676 lbs)501 kg (1,104 lbs)
Ballast Adjustment vs Base:+127 lbs (58 kg)
Hourly Diesel Burn
0.8 gal/h
3 L/hr (est. $3/h)
Hydraulic Fan Status
Standard Draw
No fan req

Engine demand (174.7 HP) exceeds rated power (17.8 HP). Reduce working speed by 1.0-1.5 mph or reduce working width.

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Operating Meter Hours3,200 hrs
Mechanical & Physical Condition
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Estimated Fair Market Value
$2,135
Basis: 17.8 HP • 34 yrs old
Auction / Wholesale
$1,751 – $1,964
Dealer Retail Asking
$2,242 – $2,519
3-Year Projected Resale Curve~5% annual retention decay
Year 2027
$2,028
Year 2028
$1,927
Year 2029
$1,830

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Yanmar

Japan • 234 Models

Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd. is a prominent Japanese manufacturer of diesel engines, heavy machinery, and agricultural equipment. Established in Osaka, Japan, in 1912, the company has a long-standing history of innovation and manufacturing excellence. Yanmar's product portfolio is diverse, encompassing engines for various applications such as seagoing vessels, pleasure boats, construction equipment, and agricultural machinery. In addition to its core offerings, the company produces climate control systems, aquafarming systems, and provides remote monitoring services. This diversification highlights Yanmar's commitment to addressing a wide range of industrial and environmental needs. The company's reputation is built on its ability to deliver reliable and efficient power solutions, particularly in the agricultural and marine sectors. Yanmar's dedication to quality and innovation has positioned it as a key player in the global market for diesel engines and heavy machinery.

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