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Document Type: Official Buyer's Comparison Spec Sheet
Testing Standards: Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory (NTTL) / OECD
Status: Verified Engineering Data Archive
HEAD-TO-HEAD EQUIPMENT SHOWDOWN

Bolens G152 vs Yanmar YM173

Specification differential, power-to-weight analysis, hydraulic benchmarks, and equipment decision guidance.

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Different Measurement ProtocolsMeasurement standard or power basis is unspecified for one or both machines.
Bolens

Bolens G152

Category: Farm

Bolens G152
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Power15 HP
Weight1,034lbs
Pump FlowN/Agpm
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Yanmar

Yanmar YM173

Category: Farm

Yanmar YM173
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Power12.8 HP
Weight1,345lbs
Pump FlowN/Agpm
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Decisive Performance Differentials

  • Yanmar YM173 provides +311 lbs more unballasted traction mass

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

Bolens G152
Yanmar YM173
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
15 HPvs12.8 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
1,034 lbsvs1,345 lbs
HydraulicsStandard Flow
Option Pack RequiredvsOption Pack Required
DisplacementEngine Liters
0.7 Lvs0.8 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
6F / 2Rvs6F / 2R
FIELD PROVEN FOOTAGE SHOOTOUT

Dual Field Action & Powertrain Sound

Side-by-side operational field footage verified with computer vision & acoustic audits.

VLM Visual & Audio Audited
Bolens G152
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Yanmar YM173
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Head-to-Head Specification Differential

Side-by-side technical parameters with calculated delta advantage & percent differentials

SpecificationBolens G152Yanmar YM173Advantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
15 HP
12.8 HP
-
Traction Density Ratio
14.5 HP/1k lbs
9.5 HP/1k lbs
14.5 vs 9.5 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility)
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
1,034 lbs
1,345 lbs
+30.1%+311 lbs heavier
Engine Specs
Displacement
0.7 L
0.8 L
+0.1L larger displacement
Cylinders
2 Cylinders
1 Cylinders
-
Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
2WD
2WD
-
Transmission System
unsynchronized gear
gear
-
✓Specifications independently cross-referenced with official OECD & Nebraska test codes.
Official Engineering Test Reports

Buyer Decision Export Tools

Export side-by-side data for forums, Excel spreadsheets, or dealer negotiations

AI MATCHUP ARBITER & FIELD WORKLOAD ADVISOR

Operational Field Verdict Matrix

Algorithmic suitability assessment cross-referencing Nebraska draft tests against four agricultural workloads.

Real-time Engineering Synthesis

Primary Tillage & Deep Chisel Plowing

Yanmar Recommended

Yanmar commands superior frame weight (+311 lbs) for continuous draft traction in heavy gumbo soils.

Tractive efficiency in heavy soil depends heavily on static axle load rather than pure unballasted horsepower.

Large-Scale Air Seeding & Hydraulic Drills

Data Inconclusive

Dedicated remote circuit hydraulic flow ratings are incomplete. Direct comparative seeding capacity requires dealer-verified option build sheets.

Variable-rate air carts require independent remote valve pressure regulation without starving steering hydraulics.

Road Hauling & Grain Cart Chase Duty

Bolens Recommended

Bolens G152 has a sharper 14.51 HP/1,000 lb power-to-weight ratio for rapid hill-climbing acceleration with loaded grain carts.

Higher agility power-to-weight ratios dramatically improve turnaround times during peak harvesting windows.

Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation

Bolens Recommended

Bolens G152 features a lighter footprint (-311 lbs), reducing deep subsoil compaction during damp spring planting windows.

Preserving soil porosity and preventing hardpan buildup saves diesel fuel in subsequent years.
Fleet Manager Recommendation

Both machines demonstrate balanced engineering trade-offs in this equipment class. Base final fleet acquisition on local dealer servicing support, operator ergonomics, and implement compatibility.

Evidence Coverage72%Empirical Spec Depth

Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict

Engine Decision Verdict

Both Bolens G152 and Yanmar YM173 are remarkably well-matched within this power bracket. The decisive purchasing decision should focus on dealer proximity, local service network reputation, hydraulic circuit options, and implement hitch requirements.

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COMMERCIAL MACHINERY DECISION TOOL

Equipment Financing & Monthly Payment Estimator

Model cash flows, estimated installment burdens, and financing differentials for agricultural leases or loans.

Zero Credit Impact Estimate
$
Financed: $19,200 after down payment
$
Financed: $19,200 after down payment
Down Payment20%
0%20% (Standard)50%
Annual APR5.99%
Financing Term Duration (Months)
Estimated Monthly Payment Differential
Bolens G152$371 /mo
60 payments$22,260 total
Yanmar YM173$371 /mo
60 payments$22,260 total
Estimated Monthly Delta:$0 /mo savings

*Indicative estimates based on standard Tier-1 agricultural commercial rates. Taxes, freight, attachments, and insurance not included.

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