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Yanmar YM1700

Production years: 1982–1983 • Assembly plant: Nagahama, Shiga / Okayama, Japan

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Engine horsepower
17 HP
—
Displacement
1 L
2-cylinder engine
Drive and chassis
4WD
Gear (8F/2R)
Operating weight
829 kg
1,829 lbs

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Catalog Archive: Baseline specifications compiled from historical manufacturer archives and equipment registries. Laboratory test report verification in progress.

ARCHIVE SPEC4WD
17HP
YanmarYM1700
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Compact / Sub-Compact Yard
Global Tractor Fleet Power SpectrumTop 93% of all indexed machinery
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Specific Output
17.0 HP/L
Aspiration: Unknown
Traction Ratio
48.8 kg/HP
Heavy ballast for draft pull
PTO Efficiency
—
Mechanical driveline
Hydraulic Flow
Standard
Auxiliary implement ports

Engine and power specifications

Engine model
Yanmar 2TR17
Fuel type
Diesel
Rated horsepower
17 hp
Rated PTO Power
N/A (Yanmar specification)
Cylinders
2
Displacement
1 L (62.31 ci)
Bore / stroke
3.346x3.543 inches 85 x 90 mm
Rated RPM
2400 RPM
Crankcase oil capacity
N/A
Coolant capacity
N/A

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Transmission and chassis specifications

Transmission type
Gear (8F/2R)
Gears (forward / reverse)
8 forward / 2 reverse
Drive system
4WD
Wheelbase
55.9 in
Front tire
4.00x12
Rear tire
8.3x24
Hydraulic flow
N/A
Rear hitch
I
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Overloaded / Wheel Slip Alert(1028%)
CAD DRAFT SCHEMATIC • Wide-Span Field Cultivator
SOIL: Medium Tilled LoamDEPTH: 4"SPEED: 7 MPH1028% LOAD
SOIL SURFACE (0.0")SUB-SURFACE PLOW PAN (~14")17 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 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: 1,700 lbs
Front Axle: 38%Rear Axle: 62%
293 kg (646 lbs)478 kg (1,054 lbs)
Ballast Adjustment vs Base:-129 lbs (-59 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 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
$810
Basis: 17 HP • 44 yrs old
Auction / Wholesale
$664 – $745
Dealer Retail Asking
$851 – $956
3-Year Projected Resale Curve~5% annual retention decay
Year 2027
$770
Year 2028
$731
Year 2029
$694

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Yanmar

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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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