Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT2540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?

The New Holland Workmaster 40 leads on engine hp at 40 hp hp, compared to 39.6 hp hp for the Bobcat CT2540.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT2540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?

The Bobcat CT2540 leads on pto hp at 33 hp hp, compared to 29 hp hp for the New Holland Workmaster 40.

Which is heavier, the Bobcat CT2540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?

The Bobcat CT2540 leads on weight at 3,585 lb lb, compared to 2,400 lb lb for the New Holland Workmaster 40.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT2540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?

The New Holland Workmaster 40 leads on loader lift at 1,500 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 New Holland Workmaster 40?

The Bobcat CT2540 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,631 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the New Holland Workmaster 40.

Bobcat CT2540 vs New Holland Workmaster 40

Every published spec for both machines, side by side. The verdict below is computed straight from the spec sheets, not opinion.

Across 9 measurable specs, the Bobcat CT2540 leads 6 categories to 3. Machine pages: Bobcat CT2540 and New Holland Workmaster 40.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Bobcat CT2540	New Holland Workmaster 40
Engine HP (hp)	39.6 hp	▲ 40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 33 hp	29 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 3,585 lb	2,400 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,389 lb	▲ 1,500 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 1,631 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 100 in	91.5 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 2,838 lbf	2,700 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	11.3 gpm	▲ 13 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 15.8 mph	15 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Bobcat CT2540New Holland Workmaster 40

Engine HPhp

39.6 hp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

▲33 hp

29 hp

Weightlb

▲3,585 lb

2,400 lb

2,390 lb

HSTGear

Loader Liftlb

1,389 lb

▲1,500 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲1,631 lb

1,433 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT2540	New HollandWorkmaster 40


PTO Power	33 hp	29 hp
Alternator	75 A, 12 V	70 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dry type, replaceable	Dual element dry air cleaner
Engine Type	3 cylinder, water cooled, 4 cycle, Vertical In-Line Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)	Turbocharged diesel
Fuel System	Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)	High pressure common rail (ECU controlled timing)
Displacement	109.8 in³	0.1 in³
Engine Model	Daedong 0.5 gal 3-cyl diesel	—
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water cooled	Pressurized liquid with recirculating bypass
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	LS Mtron
Engine Power (Gross)	39.6 hp	40 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Stage V	Tier 4B Final

Weight with ROPS and Loader	3585 lbs	HST: 2,400 lb; Gear: 2,390 lb (with ROPS / less tires)
Weight with Cab and Loader	3,642 lb	Not Applicable

Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months of coverage from defects in material and workmanship or 1,500 hours of usage (whichever occurs first)	6-year limited warranty (2-year bumper-to-bumper + 4-year powertrain)

Pump Type	Gear	Gear
Steering Flow	4.5 gpm	4.8 gpm
Implement Flow	6.9 gpm	8.2 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.3 gpm	13.0 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)	13.0 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 or 2
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Std. (4 port)	0

PTO Rear	540/540E RPM	540 rpm (6-spline)
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
Lift Control Type	Position	Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,270.7 lb	1,808 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	2000.0 RPM	Optional
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,631 lb	1,433 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.0-20 R3	41X14.00-20
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.5-15 R3	25X8.50-14
Tire Size & Options	Not Published	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 R4	43X16-20
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.5-14 R4	25X8.50-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.4-24 R1	11.2-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-16 R1	7.0-14

Coolant Capacity	NOT FOUND — field label present in source but numeric value is truncated/missing in all retrieved results	7.5 qt
Crankcase Capacity	6.4 qts	5.8 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity	9 gal	7.4 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	NOT FOUND — no explicit value located in any source	6.9 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	NOT FOUND — no explicit fill capacity value located in any source	8.5 gal

Loader Model	Bobcat FL8	—
Loader Lift Height	100 in	91.5 in (to bucket pivot pin)
Loader Breakout Force	2838 lbs	2,700 lb (bucket pivot pin)
Quick Attach Loader System	NOT FOUND — no CT2540-specific quick attach system name/model explicitly stated in any source reviewed	140TL: Quick Mount (easy attach/remove); optional skid steer quick attach plates
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1389 lbs	1,500 lb (bucket pivot pin, max height)

Clutch	Not Published	HST: Not Applicable; Gear: Dry disc, 9.4 in
No. of Speeds	3 range	HST: Infinite (3-range); Gear: 12F/12R
Transmission Type	HST, 3 range	HST: 3-range hydrostatic / dual pedal; Gear: 12x12 synchronized shuttle
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	15.8 mph	HST: 14.96 mph; Gear: 14.33 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	10.9 mph	HST: 14.96 mph; Gear: 13.63 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear Std.	Mechanical rear differential lock

Brakes	Wet disc type	Wet disc
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	4WD (FWD)
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

Wheelbase	92.6 in	69 in
Overall Width	56.0 in	54 in
Ground Clearance	13 in	13 in
Height to Top of ROPS	NOT FOUND	89 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	91.7 in	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	NOT FOUND	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	96.5 in	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	137.3 in	134 in

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

Bobcat CT2540 vs New Holland Workmaster 40: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT2540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?: The New Holland Workmaster 40 leads on engine hp at 40 hp hp, compared to 39.6 hp hp for the Bobcat CT2540.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT2540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?: The Bobcat CT2540 leads on pto hp at 33 hp hp, compared to 29 hp hp for the New Holland Workmaster 40.
Which is heavier, the Bobcat CT2540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?: The Bobcat CT2540 leads on weight at 3,585 lb lb, compared to 2,400 lb lb for the New Holland Workmaster 40.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT2540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?: The New Holland Workmaster 40 leads on loader lift at 1,500 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 New Holland Workmaster 40?: The Bobcat CT2540 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,631 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the New Holland Workmaster 40.