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The Tractor Page
Introduction
This page documents my journey with two Europard 200 tractors acquired from a friend. The goal is to capture findings, solutions, and quirks with detailed explanations and images wherever possible. Chinese machinery often comes with sparse documentation, making it impossible to remember every trick, bolt specification, and peculiarity. Fortunately, these models appear refreshingly basic and have garnered positive experiences from owners worldwide. Whether you're following along or seeking solutions for your own situation, this serves as both chronicle and reference. - Marlon
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| Europard 200 - 1, with loader | Europard 200 - 2, in better state |
About The Europard (and its variants)
Initial research revealed that Europard tractors appear less frequently online than their Lovol/Foton/Jinma counterparts. Deeper investigation suggests these share identical designs, components, and engines across manufacturers. Most notably, my Europard 200s bear striking similarities to Jinma 280s (apparently 2WD variants, with 284s being 4WD). Jinma enjoys broader recognition in the USA, while other “clones” populate markets elsewhere globally. The accuracy of these connections remains uncertain - the rabbit hole runs deep.
The Europard 200 represents a straightforward, no-nonsense compact utility tractor powered by a naturally-aspirated 1.357-liter three-cylinder YD380D (Yangdong) diesel engine producing approximately 20 horsepower1).
Built in the classic agricultural tractor configuration with rear-wheel drive, it features a mechanical governor fuel systemw, direct injection, and robust construction typical of Chinese utility tractors designed for small-scale farming and property maintenance. While documentation may be sparse, the machine’s simple design philosophy is evident (to me) in its clean lines, basic hydraulics, and sturdy engine architecture. Searches and experience so far seems to make it accessible for owner maintenance and repair, with the YD380D engine seemingly sharing components across multiple tractor brands, ensuring reasonable parts availability despite its relatively obscure nameplate in Western markets. I hope that my findings thus far, is accurate, as it will make ownership and restoring them a whole lot easier.
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