Sub-Compact tractorsSpec sheet
Yanmar AC-16
The Yanmar AC-16 is a compact tractor built from 2004 to 2007. It's powered by a Yanmar 3TNE68 engine, which is a 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel engine. This engine has a displacement of 47.8 cubic inches and produces 15.5 horsepower. The tractor uses a hydrostatic transmission, making it easy to operate for various tasks. This tractor is designed for maneuverability and versatility. It measures 92.1 inches long, 47.2 inches wide, and 71.9 inches tall. With an operating weight of 1,775 pounds, it's sturdy enough for many farm jobs but light enough to avoid excessive soil compaction. The AC-16 has a ground clearance of 12.6 inches, which helps it navigate rough terrain. It features an electric starter and runs on a 12-volt electrical system, ensuring reliable operation in different conditions.
ManufacturerYanmarPower15.5 hp(11.6 kW)ClassUnder 25 HP tractors →Engine3-cylinderTransmissionHydrostatic
Key specifications
- Category
- Sub-Compact
- Engine power
- 16hp
- Operating weight
- 1,775 lb
- Transmission
- Hydrostatic
Category comparison
AC-16 compared with its category
vs. Sub-Compact medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Sub-Compact tractors
15.5 hp · 11th
This model
4
Median 26.85 hp
49
This modelSub-Compact tractorsMediann = 816
The AC-16 ranks at the 11th percentile for engine power among recorded sub-compact tractors.
Overview
About the Yanmar AC-16
The Yanmar AC-16 is a compact tractor built from 2004 to 2007. It's powered by a Yanmar 3TNE68 engine, which is a 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel engine. This engine has a displacement of 47.8 cubic inches and produces 15.5 horsepower. The tractor uses a hydrostatic transmission, making it easy to operate for various tasks. This tractor is designed for maneuverability and versatility. It measures 92.1 inches long, 47.2 inches wide, and 71.9 inches tall. With an operating weight of 1,775 pounds, it's sturdy enough for many farm jobs but light enough to avoid excessive soil compaction. The AC-16 has a ground clearance of 12.6 inches, which helps it navigate rough terrain. It features an electric starter and runs on a 12-volt electrical system, ensuring reliable operation in different conditions.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Yanmar |
|---|---|
| Model | AC-16 |
| Category | Sub-Compact tractor |
| Years built | 2004–2007 |
| Operating weight | 1,775lb(805.1 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Yanmar |
|---|---|
| Model | 3TNE68 |
| Power | 15.5hp(11.56 kW) |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Displacement | 47.8ci(0.78 L) |
| Bore | 2.68in(68.07 mm) |
| Stroke | 2.83in(71.88 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Hydrostatic |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 92.1in(2,339 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 47.2in(1,199 mm) |
| Height | 71.9in(1,826 mm) |
| Operating weight | 1,775lb(805.1 kg) |
Closest alternatives
AC-16 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
The closest sub-compact models to the Yanmar AC-16 by rated horsepower are the Iseki Z15 and the Kubota A-15. The Iseki Z15 matches it on rated power and weighs 670 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. The Kubota A-15 matches it on rated power and weighs 340 lb less, carrying 94 lb per horsepower against 115 lb. It entered production in 1988, 16 years before the AC-16. Of the 3 models, the AC-16 has the highest weight per horsepower at 115 lb per hp.
| Spec | Yanmar AC-16 | Iseki Z15 | Kubota A-15 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 15.5 hp11.6 kW | 15.6 hp11.6 kW | 15.3 hp11.4 kW |
| Operating weight | 1,775 lb805 kg | 1,102 lb500 kg | 1,433 lb650 kg |
| Weight per hp | 115 lb/hp70 kg/kW | 71 lb/hp43 kg/kW | 94 lb/hp57 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 47.8 ci0.78 L | 46.4 ci0.76 L | 54.8 ci0.9 L |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Drive | - | 4WD | MFWD |
| Years built | 2004-2007 | - | 1988-1992 |
Calculators
Calculators for the AC-16
PTO power
About 13 to 14 PTO hp
Estimated from the 15.5 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 15.5 hp tractor can run
The calculator sizes mowers, tillers, discs, plows and balers for this tractor.
Ballast
133 lb per PTO hp as listed
The calculator gives the target weight and front/rear split for each job.
Units
15.5 hp is 11.6 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
AC-16 vs. Sub-Compact median
Yanmar AC-16 compared with other Sub-Compact tractors
| Spec | This model | Sub-Compact median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 15.5 hp | 26.9 hp | -42% | 11th |
| Engine Displacement | 47.8 ci | 91.4 ci | -48% | 9th |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 1,775 lb | 2,700 lb | -34% | 32nd |
| Length | 92.1 in | 113 in | -19% | 18th |
| Width | 47.2 in | 50.7 in | -7% | 38th |
| Height | 71.9 in | 78.4 in | -8% | 32nd |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the sub-compact tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 584–816 models).
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Gallery
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What years was the Yanmar AC-16 manufactured?
Production of the Yanmar AC-16 ran from 2004 through 2007.
What type of transmission does the Yanmar AC-16 have?
The Yanmar AC-16 uses a Hydrostatic transmission.
How powerful is the Yanmar AC-16?
The Yanmar AC-16 has an engine power output of 15.5 hp. It is powered by a 3-cylinder engine displacing 47.8 ci.
What is the working weight of the Yanmar AC-16?
The operating weight of the Yanmar AC-16 is approximately 1,775 lb.
What routine service does the Yanmar AC-16 need?
Regular maintenance for the Yanmar AC-16 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.