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Read articles →An owner-operator review at 92 hours of real use, structured as a deliberate pros-and-cons walkthrough. The complaints are specific: single-speed wipers, no rear wiper, no factory radio, a hair-trigger seat-safety switch, awkward hydraulic couplers, narrow tires that cause instability at higher loader weights, Category 1 hitch on a near-60-hp machine, and an annoying backup alarm. Positives cover the naturally aspirated engine, fine-increment CVT speed control, owner-serviceable engine bay, zero issues through first service, and the 10-year warranty. Best for buyers weighing the YT359 who want candid nitpicks alongside genuine enthusiasm.
An owner sharing impressions from active use on their own property, with no apparent dealership or brand affiliation evident in the transcript.
The owner gives the review at 92 hours of real use on his 2024 Yanmar YT359.
No issues or leaks were found, and the 50-hour initial service required no repairs or fixes.
The front tires are too narrow, making the tractor unstable and tipsy with loads around 1800 to 2500 lb on uneven ground.
It uses a non-turbo, bigger displacement engine for reliability and torque, plus a transmission that selects speed to a tenth of a mile per hour.
