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Find a model →Pit up to four models against each other. Engine, hydraulics, hitch, weight, warranty.
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Read articles →An owner with about 65 hours on his Max 26XLT walks through the specific reasons he picked it over the 1626: physical dimensions (roughly a foot shorter, nine inches narrower), turning radius numbers from the dealer brochure, PTO horsepower differences, loader bucket size, tire choice, and weight-to-engine concerns raised by his dealer. Useful for buyers comparing these two models on smaller, tree-filled properties where maneuverability outweighs the appeal of a size upgrade.
An owner-operator sharing a purchase decision based on personal use on a roughly 1.5-acre rural property, with no apparent dealership affiliation.
| Mahindra Max 26XLT | Mahindra 1626 | |
|---|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 20.2 hp | 19 hp |
| Loader lift capacity | 2,690 lb | Mahindra 1626L: 2,557 lb |
| 3-point lift capacity | 2,315 lb | Not Published |
| Hydraulic flow | 5.8 gpm | 7.5 gpm |
