Bobcat CT2540 vs Mahindra 1640 HST Cab

Across 9 measurable specs, the Bobcat CT2540 leads 6 categories to 3. Machine pages: Bobcat CT2540 and Mahindra 1640 HST Cab.

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	BobcatCT2540	Mahindra1640 HST Cab

▶Engine
PTO Power	33 hp	27.7 hp
Alternator	75 A, 12 V	90 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dry type, replaceable	Not Published
Engine Type	3 cylinder, water cooled, 4 cycle, Vertical In-Line Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)	Four-stroke, Naturally Aspirated, Direct Injection, Water-Cooled Diesel
Fuel System	Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)	Direct Injection
Displacement	109.8 in³	166.7 in³
Engine Model	Daedong 0.5 gal 3-cyl diesel	n/a
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2400 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water cooled	Water-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	Mahindra
Engine Power (Gross)	39.6 hp	38.7 hp @ 400 rpm
Engine Emissions Constraints	Stage V	DOC / No DPF
▶Weight
Weight with ROPS and Loader	3585 lbs	Not Applicable
Weight with Cab and Loader	3,642 lb	4250 lb
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months of coverage from defects in material and workmanship or 1,500 hours of usage (whichever occurs first)	7-Year Limited Powertrain Warranty
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Gear	Not Published
Steering Flow	4.5 gpm	3.4 gpm
Implement Flow	6.9 gpm	7.7 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.3 gpm	11.1 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open Center	Open Center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	NOT FOUND — no source reviewed explicitly lists a separate 'Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow' figure for the CT2540. Sources only report total Implement Pump Flow of 11.7 gpm (44.5 Lpm).	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	11.7 gpm (44.5 Lpm)	11.1 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	NOT FOUND — no source reviewed explicitly lists a count of *optional* remote valves for the CT2540. The spec sheet at tractorgearbox.com lists 'Number of Standard Remote Valves: 1/2' only.	1
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Std. (4 port)	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	540/540E RPM	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Live with o/r clutch
Lift Control Type	Position	Position Control
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,270.7 lb	2646 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	2000.0 RPM	Optional; 2000 @ 2526 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	CAT I with Telescoping Stabilizers & Flex Links
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,631 lb	1720 lb
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.0-20 R3	41X14-20
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.5-15 R3	27X10.5-15
Tire Size & Options	Not Published	R1 Agriculture, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 R4	43X16-20
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.5-14 R4	28X8.5-15
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.4-24 R1	11.2X24
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-16 R1	7X16
▶Fluid Capacity
Coolant Capacity	NOT FOUND — field label present in source but numeric value is truncated/missing in all retrieved results	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	6.4 qts	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	9 gal	7.7 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	NOT FOUND — no explicit value located in any source	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	NOT FOUND — no explicit fill capacity value located in any source	Not Published
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Model	Bobcat FL8	n/a
Loader Lift Height	100 in	92 in
Loader Breakout Force	2838 lbs	2777 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	NOT FOUND — no CT2540-specific quick attach system name/model explicitly stated in any source reviewed	433.2 gal: Front loader with skid-steer couplers for superfast hookups.
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1389 lbs	1830 lb
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Clutch	Not Published	Dry-Single
No. of Speeds	3 range	Infinite / 3 Ranges
Transmission Type	HST, 3 range	HST
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	15.8 mph	14.8 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	10.9 mph	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear Std.	Not Published
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Brakes	Wet disc type	Wet Disc
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Textile Suspension Seat, w/retractable seat belt	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Wheelbase	92.6 in	76.9 in
Overall Width	56.0 in	62.0 in
Ground Clearance	13 in	12.8 in
Height to Top of ROPS	NOT FOUND	Not Applicable
Height to Top of Cab Model	91.7 in	89.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	NOT FOUND	Not Applicable
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	96.5 in	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	137.3 in	127.8 in
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection	None tagged yet

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Bobcat CT2540 vs Mahindra 1640 HST Cab: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT2540 or the Mahindra 1640 HST Cab?

The Bobcat CT2540 leads on engine hp at 39.6 hp hp, compared to 38.7 hp hp for the Mahindra 1640 HST Cab.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT2540 or the Mahindra 1640 HST Cab?

The Bobcat CT2540 leads on pto hp at 33 hp hp, compared to 27.7 hp hp for the Mahindra 1640 HST Cab.

Which is heavier, the Bobcat CT2540 or the Mahindra 1640 HST Cab?

The Mahindra 1640 HST Cab leads on weight at 4,250 lb lb, compared to 3,585 lb lb for the Bobcat CT2540.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT2540 or the Mahindra 1640 HST Cab?

The Mahindra 1640 HST Cab leads on loader lift at 1,830 lb lb, compared to 1,389 lb lb for the Bobcat CT2540.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT2540 or the Mahindra 1640 HST Cab?

The Mahindra 1640 HST Cab leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,720 lb lb, compared to 1,631 lb lb for the Bobcat CT2540.

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