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October 16, 2024
Yanmar America Corporation
Adairsville, Ga., and Louisville, Ky. - October 16, 2024 - Yanmar America today at the Equip Expo 2024 introduced a series of new tractors for the rural lifestyle market in North America, including the first public viewing of the SM475, its most powerful tractor available in the United States, along with the SM240 and SM240H. In addition, Yanmar unveiled its first-ever limited-edition tractor, the SA223 Kuro Edition, and a fully electric concept tractor featuring the latest Eleo off-highway battery pack technology.
For those with 15 to 45 acres, attractive alternatives include the SM240 and the SM240H version with the clutch-ess hydrostatic transmission. Both the SM240 and SM240H feature 2,116 lb. loader lift capacity, a foldable rollover protection kit, joystick-operated front-end loaders, and an optional Yanmar backhoe providing unmatched versatility for land-working activities.
"At Equip Expo, Yanmar is excited to reveal a broader range of tractors designed to meet the needs of more types of rural landowners and landscape contractors, including the Kuro Edition SA223 and our most powerful tractor yet, the SM475," said Jon Richardson, Director of Yanmar America's Rural Lifestyle Division. "Yanmar is also leading the way with its first battery-powered concept tractor, a crucial step to becoming a fully carbon-neutral organization as part of the Yanmar Green Challenge 2050. Taken together, these new tractors continue the Yanmar tradition of producing powerful yet efficient, versatile, and comfortable tractors built to last."
To see the new tractors and its full lineup of Rural Lifestyle products, visit the Yanmar America booth #1230 at the Equip Expo in Louisville, Ky., October 16-18, 2024, at the Kentucky Exposition Center.
For more about Yanmar America Rural Lifestyle, visit https://www.yanmartractor.com/resources/lifestyle/.
Yanmar America Corporation, located in Adairsville, GA, is the regional headquarters of Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd. a global company based in Osaka, Japan. Yanmar was established in 1912, and in 1933 became the world's first manufacturer to develop a practical small diesel engine. Today, Yanmar is a recognized leader in the design and manufacturing of advanced performance diesel engines and diesel-powered equipment, as well as gas engine-based energy systems. Yanmar America Corporation is located at 101 International Parkway, Adairsville, GA 30103.
For more information, please visit Yanmar.com/us.
Corporate Marketing,
Yanmar America Corporation
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