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Yanmar RS-240 RS-270 RS-300 RS-330 (Rice Special)
Knowledge base for the Yanmar Forte Rice Special RS series: the RS-240, RS-270, RS-300 and RS-330 (also known in the Netherlands as RS24, RS27, RS30 and RS33). These compact 4WD diesel tractors belong to the same family but differ in engine: the RS-240 has the 3-cylinder 3TNE82 (1425 cc, 82 mm bore), while the RS-270, RS-300 and RS-330 have the larger 3TNE84 (1496 cc, 84 mm bore). As a result, among other things, the cylinder head gaskets are not interchangeable between the two groups. Here you’ll find buying advice, technical specifications, maintenance schedules, oil and filter information, operation, hydraulics/PTO, troubleshooting, and storage per topic — plus matching parts from Shop4trac.
06/07/2026
Buying a Yanmar RS-240, RS-270, RS-300 or RS-330? Read the experiences, strengths and weaknesses, the engine difference between the models, and what to look out for with a used one.
06/07/2026
All technical specifications of the Yanmar RS-240, RS-270, RS-300 and RS-330: engine, dimensions, weights, PTO speeds, lift capacity, tires, and measured test values.
06/07/2026
The complete maintenance schedule for the Yanmar RS-240, RS-270, RS-300 and RS-330: all intervals from the manual plus the adjustment values for the clutch, brakes, steering and V-belt.
06/07/2026
Which engine oil, transmission oil and coolant does the Yanmar RS-240, RS-270, RS-300 or RS-330 need? All fill quantities, specifications and the antifreeze mixing table.
06/07/2026
All filters of the Yanmar RS-240, RS-270, RS-300 and RS-330 at a glance: oil filter, line filter, fuel filter and air filter — with intervals, procedure and matching parts.
06/07/2026
Starting, pre-glowing and operating the Yanmar RS-240 to RS-330: dashboard, levers, safety switch, step-by-step starting procedure and the meaning of all indicator lights.
06/07/2026
Hydraulics, PTO and implements of the Yanmar RS-240 through RS-330: lift capacity, PTO speeds, the UFO depth control and which tiller, flail mower or plough realistically fits.
06/07/2026
Won't your Yanmar RS start, does it overheat, or does the lift refuse to work? All faults for the RS-240 to RS-330 with cause and solution — including known real-world issues from owners.
06/07/2026
Storing the Yanmar RS-240 through RS-330 for winter or a longer period? Follow this step-by-step plan from the manual: fuel, battery, clutch, antifreeze and the restart ritual after storage.
