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MT2 Series High-horsepower compact capability

More horsepower. More PTO power. Still compact where it counts.

The LS MT242H combines 42.5 horsepower, a 3-range hydrostatic transmission, 34.8 PTO horsepower, and 2,506 pounds of loader lift in a premium compact platform built for demanding acreage, loader, mowing, grading, and four-season property work.

  • 42.5 HP
  • 3-Range HST
  • 34.8 PTO HP
  • 2,506-lb loader lift

Available through Madison & Richland Center

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2.99% APR for 120 months on select MT2 models — or up to $6,000 cash rebate* LS Tractor currently lists the MT242H for up to a $6,000 cash rebate with loader included through September 30, 2026. LS also advertises promotional financing on select qualifying MT2 models. Ask Homesteader’s which current program applies to your purchase.
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42.5Diesel Engine HP
34.8PTO HP
2,506Loader Lift, lbs.
1,808Hitch Lift, lbs.
MadisonLocal sales, parts & service
Richland CenterLocal sales, parts & service
Setup HelpTractor + attachment guidance
After-Sale SupportParts & service when you need it

Start with the property — not the horsepower

Is the MT242H the right compact tractor for your property and workload?

The MT242H adds 42.5 horsepower and 34.8 PTO horsepower to the premium compact platform, making it a strong fit for owners who need more PTO output, loader performance, and day-to-day versatility. The right tractor still depends on terrain, implement size, material handling, mowing hours, snow work, and how often you use the machine.

The acreage ranges shown here are practical shopping guidance, not manufacturer operating limits.

Sweet spot

5–20 Acres

An excellent fit for frequent loader work, rotary cutting, finish mowing, grading, firewood, food plots, snow removal, landscaping, and ongoing property improvement.

Strong fit

20–40 Acres

A strong choice when higher PTO horsepower and compact maneuverability both matter for mowing, livestock chores, trail work, material handling, tilling, grading, and four-season acreage maintenance.

Worth a conversation

40+ Acres

The MT242H can still handle substantial work on larger properties, but wider implements, high-hour field work, or frequent heavy material handling may make an MT3 or larger LS tractor worth comparing.

More horsepower on the premium MT2 platform

Compact tractor dimensions with more PTO muscle.

The LS MT242H pairs a 42.5-horsepower Yanmar common-rail diesel with a 3-range hydrostatic transmission, hydrostatic power steering, and 2,506 pounds of published loader lift capacity. With 34.8 PTO horsepower, it brings noticeably more PTO capability to the premium MT2 compact platform for mowing, rotary cutting, tilling, and other powered implements.

 

Standard cruise control and linked-pedal functionality help match engine RPM to HST pedal demand, while a standard first rear remote, telescopic lower links, external lift control, LED headlamps, suspension seat with armrests, TF-LCD instrument panel, and joystick-mounted engine-RPM interlock add everyday convenience and productivity.

One tractor, four seasons

Picture the MT242H handling your heavier four-season jobs.

With 42.5 horsepower, 34.8 PTO horsepower, strong loader capacity, and premium HST controls, the MT242H is built for property owners who need more output without moving into a much larger tractor.

01 / LoaderMove gravel, soil, firewood, feed & landscape material with 2,506-lb lift capacity
02 / PTO WorkRun rotary cutters, finish mowers & other PTO equipment with 34.8 PTO horsepower
03 / Ground WorkGrade driveways, maintain trails, till plots & work Category I implements
04 / WinterHandle Wisconsin snow with compatible front implements & available accessories

Build it around your work

What do you want your tractor to do?

Tell us about your acreage and the jobs on your list. We’ll help configure an MT242H around the loader, grapple, mower, grading, snow, and hydraulic work you actually plan to do.

LL3003 LoaderMCG6001 / MCG6601 GrappleMRC3060SC Rotary CutterMBB3060 Box BladeMLG3060 Land GraderLW4164 Snow ImplementOptional Mid PTOOptional 2nd Remote
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MT242H highlights

42.5 horsepower. Premium controls. 2,506 pounds of loader lift.

01

42.5-HP Yanmar diesel

The four-cylinder liquid-cooled Yanmar common-rail diesel produces 42.5 gross horsepower and 34.8 PTO horsepower at 2,600 RPM, giving the MT242H strong compact-tractor performance for loader and PTO work.

02

2,506-lb loader lift

The LL3003-compatible loader gives the MT242H substantial material-handling capacity for gravel, soil, firewood, feed, landscaping material, and snow.

03

3-range HST + linked pedal

Three hydrostatic ranges, cruise control, and linked-pedal functionality make it easier to match travel speed and engine response to loader work, mowing, grading, and transport.

04

Premium standard equipment

A standard first rear remote, telescopic lower links, external lift control, LED headlamps, TF-LCD instrument panel, suspension seat with armrests, and engine-RPM interlock add everyday usability.

05

1,808-lb hitch lift

The Category I position-control three-point hitch supports demanding rear implements, while the independent 540-RPM PTO and 34.8 PTO horsepower give the MT242H strong implement capability.

Specifications

LS MT242H at a glance

Manufacturer specifications shown for the LS MT242H ROPS tractor. Equipment and compatibility may vary by configuration.

Engine
Diesel Engine
Yanmar
Type
4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel, NA, CRDI
Gross horsepower
42.5 HP
PTO horsepower
34.8 HP
Rated speed
2,600 RPM
Fuel capacity
10.6 gallons
Displacement
133.6 cu. in.
Alternator
12V–55A
Drive & PTO
Transmission
3-range HST
Brakes
Wet, multi-disc
Steering
Hydrostatic power steering
Linked pedal
Standard
Rear PTO
Independent, 540 RPM
Mid PTO
Optional
Hydraulics & Size
Loader lift
2,506 lbs.
3-point hitch
Category I, position control
Hitch lift
1,808 lbs. at hitch ends
Hydraulic flow
11.7 GPM total
Remote valves
1 pair standard
Length × width
125 × 66 in.
Wheelbase / height
74 / 95 in.
Weight
3,338 lbs.
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Local knowledge matters

Buy the tractor—and the support behind it.

The Homesteader’s Store helps match your MT242H, tires, loader, grapple or third-function needs, rear implements, PTO requirements, and ballast to your property and workload. With two Wisconsin locations, you have a nearby team for equipment guidance, parts, service, and setup support after the sale.

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Two Wisconsin locations

Find your MT242H closer to home.

01

South Central Wisconsin

Madison

6726 Seybold Road
Madison, WI 53719

Mon–Fri: 8am–5pm
Saturday: 9am–12pm

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02

Southwest Wisconsin

Richland Center

26425 U.S. 14
Richland Center, WI 53581

Mon–Fri: 8am–5pm
Saturday: 9am–12pm

(608) 647-4100 Directions ↗

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*Current LS Tractor offer: LS Tractor currently lists the MT242H for up to a $6,000 cash rebate with loader included at participating U.S. dealers. The cash rebate cannot be combined with LS subsidized retail financing. LS also advertises 2.99% A.P.R. financing for 120 months on select qualifying LS Tractor models, subject to down payment, inventory availability, lender participation, and credit approval through ACUSI; financed offers do not include backhoe, loader, or mower. Current offers are valid on qualifying purchases through September 30, 2026 and may change or end without notice. Taxes, fees, residency restrictions, and other program exclusions may apply. See The Homesteader’s Store for current program details and eligibility.
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