HandyMax HT45C Specs, Key Numbers and Suitable Jobs
The HT45C is a 33.1 kW (45HP) 4WD diesel tractor with an enclosed, air-conditioned cabin, a Category 1 three-point linkage, and a rear PTO running at 540 or 720 rpm. It weighs 2,950 kg and suits farmers, rural property owners, hobby farms, councils, and acreage operators who want weather protection while working. The machine is available with a front-end loader and 4-in-1 bucket, and can be packaged with additional attachments including a slasher, post hole digger, combined forks, grader blade with ripper, and backhoe.
The photo shows a blue HandyMax tractor with an enclosed cab fitted with a rear roller and power harrow attachment, parked on a gravel driveway with rural farmland in the background.
What are the key specifications of the HT45C?
The table below lists the figures that matter most when comparing or planning for this machine.
| Specification | HT45C |
|---|---|
| Engine Make / Model | YUNNEI YN25GB |
| Engine Power | 33.1 kW (45HP) |
| Rated Speed | 2,300 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Operating Weight | 2,950 kg |
| Overall Length (with 4-in-1 Bucket) | 4,410 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,580 mm |
| Overall Height | 2,700 mm |
| Min. Ground Clearance | 330 mm |
| 3-Point Hitch | Category 1 |
| 3PL Lift Capacity @ 610 mm | 1,000 kg |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 / 720 rpm |
| Max. Gradeability | 18% |
What jobs does the HT45C suit?
The HT45C is suited to all-weather property maintenance, slashing, front-end loading, PTO operations, fencing support, and year-round farming tasks. The enclosed, air-conditioned cabin makes it appropriate for operators who need weather protection during extended work sessions.
The three-point linkage (Category 1) with a float function and 1,000 kg lift capacity at 610 mm supports a range of rear-mounted implements. The rear PTO shaft is 1-3/8 inch (6-spline) and runs at 540 or 720 rpm, which suits common PTO-driven attachments. The front-end loader option accepts a 4-in-1 bucket with a 1,405 mm width and a heaped capacity of 0.30 m³, with a lift capacity of 650 kg.
Available packages extend the machine's scope: the top package adds a 1600 mm slasher, 250 mm post hole digger, combined forks (pallet and hay), grader blade with ripper, and backhoe alongside the front-end loader and 4-in-1 bucket.
How does the HT45C compare with the HT45 and HT60?
The table below compares the three models on the rows where every model has a stated figure.
| Specification | HT45C | HT45 | HT60 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 33.1 kW | 33.1 kW | 44.5 kW |
| Operating Weight | 2,950 kg | 2,800 kg | 3,100 kg |
| Overall Height | 2,700 mm | 2,400 mm | 2,400 mm |
| 3PL Lift Capacity @ 610 mm | 1,000 kg | 1,000 kg | 1,200 kg |
| Lift Capacity (with 4-in-1 Bucket) | 650 kg | 650 kg | 750 kg |
Choose the HT45C over the HT45 when an enclosed, air-conditioned cabin is a priority; choose the HT60 when the job calls for more engine power (44.5 kW) and a higher 3PL lift capacity (1,200 kg).
Frequently asked questions
Does the HT45C have 4WD?
Yes, the HT45C is a 4WD tractor.
What is the overall size and weight of the HT45C for transport planning?
The HT45C measures 4,410 mm long (with the 4-in-1 bucket), 1,580 mm wide, and 2,700 mm tall, with an operating weight of 2,950 kg.
What attachments can the HT45C run?
The HT45C supports front-end loader and 4-in-1 bucket work, and its Category 1 three-point linkage and 540/720 rpm PTO allow it to run rear-mounted implements. Available packages include a slasher, post hole digger, combined forks, grader blade with ripper, and backhoe.
Does the HT45C have an air-conditioned cabin?
Yes, the HT45C features an enclosed, air-conditioned cabin, which distinguishes it from the open ROPS configuration of the HT45.
