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LS Tractor MT342C
Specifications, maintenance, parts and compatibility reference.
Specification set: United States - Cab; Synchro Shuttle; F16 x R16 Current LS Tractor USA MT3 configuration. Current grouped page confirms market naming/configuration; current MT3 brochure supplies the variant-specific PTO, weight and shared dimensional matrix.
Machine Configuration
Operator stationCab
Engine
Engine modelL3C19-T
Engine type3-cylinder, liquid-cooled turbo diesel, CRDI
Emissions standardTier 4
Engine displacement1.9 L
Gross engine power42 hp
Rated engine speed2600 rpm
Transmission
TransmissionSynchro Shuttle
Transmission speeds / rangesF16 x R16
BrakesWet, multi-disc
SteeringHydrostatic power steering
PTO
PTO power35.7 hp
PTO typeIndependent
Rear PTO540 rpm standard; 2,000 rpm mid PTO optional
Hydraulics
Hydraulic control systemPosition / Draft
Implement hydraulic pump capacity8.2 gpm
Power-steering pump capacity4.1 gpm
Total hydraulic flow12.3 gpm
3-point hitch categoryCategory II
3-point hitch lift capacity2755 lb
Remote valves2 pairs front; 2 pairs rear (detent, standard)
Dimensions & Weight
Overall length133 in
Overall width62.5 in
Overall height90 in
Wheelbase73.2 in
Tractor weight without ballast4380 lb
Capacities
Fuel tank capacity12.4 US gal (46.9 L)
Verified attachment fitment
Attachment fitment is stored separately from service parts. A listed attachment may still require a specific axle, driveline, transmission or tractor configuration; verify the requirement below before ordering or installing.
Front loaderLS Tractor LL4001Fitment note: LL4001 is confirmed for the current 42-57 hp MT3 model groups by the LS Tractor USA central loader catalog and current grouped MT3 attachment sections.Front loader details: Current LS Tractor USA MT3 front loader; 72 in bucket; 77.3 in clearance with attachment dumped; 14.2 in reach at maximum height; 46° maximum dump angle; 42.5° maximum rollback angle; 4.8 in digging depth; 52.2 in carry height; 4,295 lb breakout force at pivot pin in the current MT3 brochure; approximately 780 lb without bucket.
2,998 lb at pivot pin (current MT3 brochure); current central loader catalog also publishes 2,998 lb labeled pivot pin / 1.5 m heightLift height: 104.3 in maximum lift height
Front loaderLS Tractor LL4106Fitment note: LL4106 is confirmed for the current 42-57 hp MT3 model groups by the LS Tractor USA central loader catalog and current grouped MT3 attachment sections.Front loader details: Current LS Tractor USA MT3 front loader; 72 in bucket; 64.4 in clearance with attachment dumped; 16.7 in reach at maximum height; 52° maximum dump angle; 41° maximum rollback angle; 4.3 in digging depth; 51.4 in carry height; breakout force published as 4,063 lb in the current MT3 brochure and 4,048 lb in the current central loader catalog; approximately 780 lb without bucket. Official source differences are retained rather than silently averaged.
2,680 lb at pivot pin (current MT3 brochure); 2,878 lb at pivot pin / 1.5 m height (current central loader catalog)Lift height: 94.4 in maximum lift height
Sources
LS Tractor · official sourceLS Tractor MT3 Series current brochure specifications
LS Tractor · official sourceLS Tractor USA current MT3 front-loader specifications and fitment