LS MT342

The MT342 shuttle shift proves that a 42-horsepower tractor can handle serious work without the complexity of hydrostatic controls. The shuttle shift transmission gives you clutchless forward and reverse at the touch of a lever—perfect for loader work where you’re constantly changing direction.

Built for Real Property Work

At 42 horsepower with 33.6 PTO horsepower, the MT342 delivers enough muscle for mowing, tilling, and implement work on properties up to 20 acres. The shuttle shift transmission means you’re not wearing out your left leg clutching all day. The standard loader lifts 2,680 pounds and comes with a skid steer coupler, so you can run any skid steer attachment you already own or pick up used.

The R14 hybrid tires give you the best of all worlds. They bite like ag tires in mud and loose soil, but they’re wider for better flotation and they don’t tear up turf like traditional ag tires do. The self-cleaning tread pattern means you’re not stuck spinning with mud-packed tires halfway through a job. These tires road better than standard ag tires too—less vibration and bounce when you’re moving between tasks.

Practical Features That Make the Day Easier

The side-mounted gear lever gets out of your way when climbing on and off—no straddling like other brands. Two sets of remote valves come standard, so you’re not paying extra to run hydraulic attachments. The 10.6-gallon fuel tank means fewer trips back to refuel. The fender-mounted joystick puts loader controls right where you need them.

The Category 1 three-point hitch lifts 2,755 pounds. That’s enough capacity for a six-foot rotary cutter or a five-foot box blade without struggling. The standard folding ROPS stores in low-clearance sheds but keeps you protected when working.