42.5 HP Diesel
LS MT242HE
- 34.8 HPPTO power
- 4 cylDiesel engine
- 10.6 galFuel tank
2,506 lb Loader Lift
LL3003 loader
- 2,506 lbLift capacity
- 66 inBucket width
- LL3003Loader model
Built to Work
Hitch and hydraulics
- Cat I3-pt hitch
- 11.7 gpmHydraulic flow
- 3,294 lbWeight
LS MT242HE
42.5 HP · 34.8 PTO HP · HST · Open Station
| Engine | 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel (CRDI) |
|---|---|
| Engine HP (gross) | 42.5 HP |
| PTO HP | 34.8 HP |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic (HST), 3 ranges |
| Operator station | Open station (ROPS) |
| Tires | VT — 27×8.50-15 front / 43×16.00-20 rear |
| 3-pt hitch | Cat I — 1,808 lb lift at hitch end |
| Hydraulics (total) | 11.7 gpm |
Customize: station, loader and attachments
Pricing subject to change. Tax, title, and delivery not included.
Certified LS techs, genuine LS parts, and field service available — in many cases we come to you. Service: (601) 336-2541
6-year powertrain warranty + 2-year bumper-to-bumper · 3069 Hwy 49, Collins MS 39428
The MT242HE is the top of the MT2E line — a 42.5 HP four-cylinder diesel on the same easy hydrostatic transmission as the MT232HE. The extra power shows up at the PTO: 34.8 horses will pull a rotary cutter through August grass without bogging, which the smaller compacts can't promise. Same LL3003 loader pairing — 2,506 pounds of lift on a 66-inch bucket — and the same VT tires that work in the pasture and across the yard. This is the tractor for the place that's a little too big for a 25-horse machine: 20 to 50 acres, food plots, longer driveways, heavier bush-hogging. You get near-MT3 capability while staying on the compact frame.
| Engine | 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel (CRDI) |
|---|---|
| Engine HP (gross) | 42.5 HP |
| PTO HP | 34.8 HP |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic (HST), 3 ranges |
| Operator station | Open station (ROPS) |
| Tires | VT — 27×8.50-15 front / 43×16.00-20 rear |
| 3-pt hitch | Cat I — 1,808 lb lift at hitch end |
| Hydraulics (total) | 11.7 gpm |
| Fuel tank | 10.6 gal |
| Weight (no ballast) | 3,294 lb |
| Drive | 4WD standard |
| Loader pairing | LL3003 — 2,506 lb lift, 66″ bucket |
Specifications from LS Tractor USA published data. Final ordered configuration confirmed when we call.
Ready to move on the MT242HE?
Add it to your cart and pay at one checkout. Tax, title, and delivery are settled at delivery, and we call within 1 business day to confirm the LL3003 loader and any implements you want.
Attachments for your MT242HE
Everything here fits the MT242HE. Pick a type to see the models and prices.
Every fitting model
- LS LL3003 Front End Loader
- LS LB3002 Backhoe
- LS MRC3060SC Rotary Cutter — 60″ (Slip Clutch)
- LS LM3172 Finish Mower 72 in
- LS MCG6001 Rake Grapple 60 in Skid Steer Mount
- LS MCG6601 Rake Grapple 66 in Skid Steer Mount
- LS MBB3060 Box Blade 60 in
- LS MLG3072 Land Grader 72 in
- LS LW4164 Rear Mount Snowblower 64 in
- LS LW3268 Front Mount Snowblower 68 in
- LS MRT6601 Rotary Tiller 66 in
- LS LCK1072 ROPS Canopy with Mount Kit
- Taylor Pittsburgh Disc Harrows & Discs (86 models)
- Taylor Pittsburgh Box Blades & Rear Blades (43 models)
- Taylor Pittsburgh Rotary Cutters (32 models)
- Taylor Pittsburgh Tillers & Cultivators (21 models)
- Taylor Pittsburgh Finish Mowers (6 models)
Questions about the LS MT242HE
What are the specifications of the LS MT242HE?
Key specs for the LS MT242HE: Engine 42.5 HP; PTO 34.8 HP; Loader lift 2,506 lb. The full specification table is on this page.
How much does the LS MT242HE cost?
The starting price for the LS MT242HE at Dykes Motors is $25,142. Current MT2 offer: 0% for 120 Months.
Is the LS MT242HE in stock?
It typically ships in about 10 business days after we place the order. Call (601) 516-7255 to confirm before you make the trip.
Does Dykes Motors sell parts and service for the LS MT242HE?
Yes. Dykes Motors sells genuine LS Tractor parts and has a service department at 3069 Hwy 49 in Collins, Mississippi. Call parts and sales at (601) 516-7255 or service at (601) 336-2541.
Can I finance the LS MT242HE?
You can apply for financing online with Dykes Motors, subject to credit approval.