Case IH Farmall 40A vs Mahindra 2540

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

Across 8 measurable specs, the Mahindra 2540 leads 6 categories to 1 (1 tied). Machine pages: Case IH Farmall 40A and Mahindra 2540.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Case IH Farmall 40A	Mahindra 2540
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	32 hp	▲ 35 hp
Weight (lb)	3,067 lb	▲ 3,285 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,250 lb	▲ 2,041 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	▲ 2,646 lb
Lift Height (in)	98.4 in	▲ 101.9 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,913 lbf	▲ 3,430 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 13.5 gpm	12.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	14.8 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

Case IH Farmall 40AMahindra 2540

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

32 hp

▲35 hp

Weightlb

3,067 lb

▲3,285 lb

Loader Liftlb

1,250 lb

▲2,041 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,433 lb

▲2,646 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	Case IHFarmall 40A	Mahindra2540


Engine Manufacturer	LS Mtron	Mahindra
Engine Model	L3C19-T4	Not Published
Engine Type	3-cylinder, turbocharged diesel, Tier 4 B/Final	Naturally aspirated direct injection diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Displacement	116 in³	166.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	32 hp	35 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Pressurized liquid cooling with recirculating bypass	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	High pressure common rail	Direct injection
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	45 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Gear	Not Published
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	5.3 gpm	4.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	13.5 gpm (8.2 + 5.3, computed) (8.2 + 4.2, computed)	12.7 gpm (8.2 + 4.5, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.4 gal	9.0 gal
Coolant Capacity	7.5 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	5.8 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	8.5 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	6.9 qt	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent, electro-hydraulic engagement	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm @ 2650 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2,000 rpm	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	CAT I with check chains
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,808 lb	2646 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,433 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Mechanical Draft Control (MDC)	Position control

Transmission Type	3-range hydrostatic (optional)	Synchro shuttle with partial synchromesh
No. of Speeds	infinite, 3 ranges	12F/12R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	14.8 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	14.96 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry clutch	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical differential lock	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic power steering, tilt
Brakes	Wet disc, mechanical actuation	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Adjustable suspension seat	Adjustable suspension seat
Front Axle Type	Mechanical Front Drive (MFD)	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	145.2 in	119.3 in
Overall Width	66.5 in	59.8 in
Wheelbase	67.2 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	123 in	7.87 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	87.6 in	94.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	68.2 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,067 lb	3285 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 agricultural, R3 turf, or R4 industrial (R4 standard)	Ag, Industrial (turf N/A)
R1 Agricultural - Front	7x14	8.3x16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2x24	12.4x24
R3 Turf - Front	25x8.50-14	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.50-14	10-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	43x16.00-20	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Not Published
Loader Model	L340A	2540L
Loader Lift Height	98.4 in	2540L: 101.9 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,250 lb	2540L: 2,041 lb
Loader Breakout Force	1913 lb	2540L: 3,430 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year extended warranty: 2 years bumper-to-bumper plus 4 additional years of powertrain protection	5-year powertrain warranty

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Case IH Farmall 40A vs Mahindra 2540: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Case IH Farmall 40A or the Mahindra 2540?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 40 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Case IH Farmall 40A or the Mahindra 2540?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on pto hp at 35 hp hp, compared to 32 hp hp for the Case IH Farmall 40A.
Which is heavier, the Case IH Farmall 40A or the Mahindra 2540?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on weight at 3,285 lb lb, compared to 3,067 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall 40A.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Case IH Farmall 40A or the Mahindra 2540?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on loader lift at 2,041 lb lb, compared to 1,250 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall 40A.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Case IH Farmall 40A or the Mahindra 2540?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,646 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall 40A.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Case IH Farmall 40A	Mahindra 2540
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	32 hp	▲ 35 hp
Weight (lb)	3,067 lb	▲ 3,285 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,250 lb	▲ 2,041 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	▲ 2,646 lb
Lift Height (in)	98.4 in	▲ 101.9 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,913 lbf	▲ 3,430 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 13.5 gpm	12.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	14.8 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

Case IH Farmall 40AMahindra 2540

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

32 hp

▲35 hp

Weightlb

3,067 lb

▲3,285 lb

Loader Liftlb

1,250 lb

▲2,041 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,433 lb

▲2,646 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	Case IHFarmall 40A	Mahindra2540


Engine Manufacturer	LS Mtron	Mahindra
Engine Model	L3C19-T4	Not Published
Engine Type	3-cylinder, turbocharged diesel, Tier 4 B/Final	Naturally aspirated direct injection diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Displacement	116 in³	166.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	32 hp	35 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Pressurized liquid cooling with recirculating bypass	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	High pressure common rail	Direct injection
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	45 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Gear	Not Published
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	5.3 gpm	4.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	13.5 gpm (8.2 + 5.3, computed) (8.2 + 4.2, computed)	12.7 gpm (8.2 + 4.5, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.4 gal	9.0 gal
Coolant Capacity	7.5 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	5.8 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	8.5 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	6.9 qt	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent, electro-hydraulic engagement	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm @ 2650 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2,000 rpm	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	CAT I with check chains
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,808 lb	2646 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,433 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Mechanical Draft Control (MDC)	Position control

Transmission Type	3-range hydrostatic (optional)	Synchro shuttle with partial synchromesh
No. of Speeds	infinite, 3 ranges	12F/12R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	14.8 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	14.96 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry clutch	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical differential lock	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic power steering, tilt
Brakes	Wet disc, mechanical actuation	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Adjustable suspension seat	Adjustable suspension seat
Front Axle Type	Mechanical Front Drive (MFD)	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	145.2 in	119.3 in
Overall Width	66.5 in	59.8 in
Wheelbase	67.2 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	123 in	7.87 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	87.6 in	94.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	68.2 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,067 lb	3285 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 agricultural, R3 turf, or R4 industrial (R4 standard)	Ag, Industrial (turf N/A)
R1 Agricultural - Front	7x14	8.3x16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2x24	12.4x24
R3 Turf - Front	25x8.50-14	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.50-14	10-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	43x16.00-20	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Not Published
Loader Model	L340A	2540L
Loader Lift Height	98.4 in	2540L: 101.9 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,250 lb	2540L: 2,041 lb
Loader Breakout Force	1913 lb	2540L: 3,430 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year extended warranty: 2 years bumper-to-bumper plus 4 additional years of powertrain protection	5-year powertrain warranty

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Case IH Farmall 40A vs Mahindra 2540: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Case IH Farmall 40A or the Mahindra 2540?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 40 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Case IH Farmall 40A or the Mahindra 2540?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on pto hp at 35 hp hp, compared to 32 hp hp for the Case IH Farmall 40A.

Which is heavier, the Case IH Farmall 40A or the Mahindra 2540?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on weight at 3,285 lb lb, compared to 3,067 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall 40A.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Case IH Farmall 40A or the Mahindra 2540?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on loader lift at 2,041 lb lb, compared to 1,250 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall 40A.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Case IH Farmall 40A or the Mahindra 2540?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,646 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall 40A.

Case IH Farmall 40A vs Mahindra 2540

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