As a dealer, we get a slew of questions about the Yanmar tractor brand.
We want to help you understand who they are --- and their evolution to one of the top tractor brands in history.
And as a quick aside --- we are here to help you purchase a new tractor and implements when the time is right.
Let’s get to it.
Yanmar Company
Yanmar Co., Ltd. is a Japanese diesel engine manufacturer founded in Osaka, Japan in 1912.
Yanmar manufactures and sells engines used in a wide range of applications, including seagoing vessels, pleasure boats, construction equipment, agricultural equipment, and generator sets.
It also manufactures and sells agricultural equipment, construction equipment, climate control systems, aquafarming systems, in addition to providing a range of remote monitoring services.
History
When Yanmar began in 1912, it manufactured gasoline-powered engines.
In 1920, the company began production of a small kerosene engine.
In 1933, it launched the world's first practical small diesel engine, the HB model.
Yanmar also supplies engines to John Deere tractors and for some Thermo King Corporation coolers used in refrigerated trucks and trailers.
In the last 20 years, Yanmar has also established a growing presence in the domestic UAV market in Japan and elsewhere, with small helicopter UAVs primarily used in agricultural spraying and other forms of aerial application.
"The name “Yanmar” is a combination of the Yanma Dragonfly (known by names such as Oniyanma and Ginyanma) and the "Yama" from the name of the company founder Magokichi Yamaoka.
Timeline
1912 --- Yamaoka Magokichi sets up business under the name Yamaoka Hatsudoki Seisakusho (Yamaoka Engine Workshop).
1933 --- Production of world's first practical small diesel.
1992 --- The company produces its 10 millionth diesel engine.
2015 --- Yanmar acquired 70% of Spanish generator-set manufacturer HIMOINSA.
2016 --- Yanmar increased its stake in the Indian company International Tractors, the maker of Sonalika branded tractors, to 30%. The company also bought German compact equipment maker Schaeff and forged a partnership with Toyota to develop “next generation hulls” for boats.
Yanmar Powertrain Warranty
Yanmar developed a historic warranty.
All Yanmar tractors come with a 10-year limited powertrain warranty or 3,000 hours (whichever comes first) on all new Yanmar tractors. Yanmar designs and manufactures all major powertrain components – engine, front axle, transmission, and final drive – and are built to Yanmar’s highest quality standards and specifications.
Anyone can say they provide a high-quality tractor, but it’s a statement that Yanmar is standing behind the tractors they build to give customers peace of mind and the confidence that Yanmar tractors will get the job done. This is why Yanmar is able to confidently offer an unmatched, industry-leading warranty in the market today.
Yanmar has a long history of designing and building premium tractors that are known for their durability. Yanmar tractors are as solid as ever --- which is why Yanmar can confidently step forward and provide the industry-leading warranty in the market. In addition to the industry-leading warranty, Yanmar’s customers can experience unparalleled customer support every day through an extensive and passionate dealer network including Tractor Ranch.
Hopefully, this brief article has helped you get a very basic understanding of the history of the Yanmar Tractor Company. There’s plenty more to learn. We’re here to help.
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