Case IH Farmall 40C Gear vs LS Tractor MT240E

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 LS Tractor MT240E leads 4 categories to 2 (3 tied). Machine pages: Case IH Farmall 40C Gear and LS Tractor MT240E.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Case IH Farmall 40C Gear	LS Tractor MT240E
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	34 hp	34 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 3,803 lb	2,881 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	2,000 lb	▲ 2,153 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 105 in	94 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,640 lbf	▲ 3,579 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	8.2 gpm	▲ 13.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	14.2 mph	▲ 14.3 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Case IH Farmall 40C GearLS Tractor MT240E

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

▲34 hp

Weightlb

▲3,803 lb

2,881 lb

Loader Liftlb

2,000 lb

▲2,153 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)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	Case IHFarmall 40C Gear	LS TractorMT240E


Engine Manufacturer	Not Published	LS
Engine Model	Not Published	L3C19-T
Engine Type	Diesel, 3-cylinder, turbocharged	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, CRDI
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	116 in³	114.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	34 hp	34 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Not Published	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Replaceable dry element	Dry
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection	CRDI (Delphi common rail direct injection)
Alternator	70 A	70 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Gear pump, engine driven
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	4.2 gpm	5.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	13.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	13.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center system, position control
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2	0
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	1 or 2 pairs (optional)

Fuel Tank Capacity	12.4 gal	7.4 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	1.9 gal
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	1.5 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	8.5 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	1.7 gal

PTO Type	Independent rear PTO, electro-hydraulic engagement	Independent (wet disc clutch)
PTO Rear	540 rpm	Standard (540 rpm)
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2000 rpm	Optional (2,000 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,808 lb	1,808 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,433 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Control Type	Mechanical draft control (MDC)	Position control

Transmission Type	12 x 12 mechanical shuttle with synchro shift	Synchro Shuttle
No. of Speeds	12 forward, 12 reverse	F12 x R12
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	14.2 mph	14.33 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	13.63 mph
Clutch	dry clutch	Dry single clutch
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical rear differential lock	Mechanical pedal type

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet multi-disc	Wet, multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe cloth seat with adjustable suspension	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Mechanical Front Drive (MFD)	Front wheel mechanical assist (4WD)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	128.1 in	121 in
Overall Width	66.4 in	54 in (R1); 66 in (R4)
Wheelbase	66 in	69 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	10.79 ft (left); 11.02 ft (right)
Height to Top of ROPS	Not Published	88 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	93.3 in	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,803 lb	2,881 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; R4 Industrial	R1 agricultural, R4 industrial or R3 turf at no extra cost
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	7-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	41x14-20
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	25x8.50-14
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Quick-Attach faceplate; quick-connect loader mounting (L350A)	Not Published
Loader Model	L350A	LL3302
Loader Lift Height	105 in	LL3302: 94 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,000 lb	LL3302: 2,153 lb (at pivot pin, full height)
Loader Breakout Force	2,640 lbf	LL3302: 3,579 lb (at pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year (72-month) extended warranty: 2-year bumper-to-bumper plus 4 additional years powertrain	6-year limited warranty

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Case IH Farmall 40C Gear vs LS Tractor MT240E: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Case IH Farmall 40C Gear or the LS Tractor MT240E?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 40 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Case IH Farmall 40C Gear or the LS Tractor MT240E?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 34 hp hp for pto hp.
Which is heavier, the Case IH Farmall 40C Gear or the LS Tractor MT240E?: The Case IH Farmall 40C Gear leads on weight at 3,803 lb lb, compared to 2,881 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT240E.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Case IH Farmall 40C Gear or the LS Tractor MT240E?: The LS Tractor MT240E leads on loader lift at 2,153 lb lb, compared to 2,000 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall 40C Gear.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Case IH Farmall 40C Gear or the LS Tractor MT240E?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 1,433 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

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Category Verdict

Spec	Case IH Farmall 40C Gear	LS Tractor MT240E
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	34 hp	34 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 3,803 lb	2,881 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	2,000 lb	▲ 2,153 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 105 in	94 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,640 lbf	▲ 3,579 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	8.2 gpm	▲ 13.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	14.2 mph	▲ 14.3 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Case IH Farmall 40C GearLS Tractor MT240E

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

▲34 hp

Weightlb

▲3,803 lb

2,881 lb

Loader Liftlb

2,000 lb

▲2,153 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)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	Case IHFarmall 40C Gear	LS TractorMT240E


Engine Manufacturer	Not Published	LS
Engine Model	Not Published	L3C19-T
Engine Type	Diesel, 3-cylinder, turbocharged	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, CRDI
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	116 in³	114.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	34 hp	34 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Not Published	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Replaceable dry element	Dry
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection	CRDI (Delphi common rail direct injection)
Alternator	70 A	70 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Gear pump, engine driven
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	4.2 gpm	5.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	13.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	13.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center system, position control
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2	0
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	1 or 2 pairs (optional)

Fuel Tank Capacity	12.4 gal	7.4 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	1.9 gal
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	1.5 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	8.5 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	1.7 gal

PTO Type	Independent rear PTO, electro-hydraulic engagement	Independent (wet disc clutch)
PTO Rear	540 rpm	Standard (540 rpm)
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2000 rpm	Optional (2,000 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,808 lb	1,808 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,433 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Control Type	Mechanical draft control (MDC)	Position control

Transmission Type	12 x 12 mechanical shuttle with synchro shift	Synchro Shuttle
No. of Speeds	12 forward, 12 reverse	F12 x R12
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	14.2 mph	14.33 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	13.63 mph
Clutch	dry clutch	Dry single clutch
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical rear differential lock	Mechanical pedal type

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet multi-disc	Wet, multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe cloth seat with adjustable suspension	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Mechanical Front Drive (MFD)	Front wheel mechanical assist (4WD)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	128.1 in	121 in
Overall Width	66.4 in	54 in (R1); 66 in (R4)
Wheelbase	66 in	69 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	10.79 ft (left); 11.02 ft (right)
Height to Top of ROPS	Not Published	88 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	93.3 in	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,803 lb	2,881 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; R4 Industrial	R1 agricultural, R4 industrial or R3 turf at no extra cost
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	7-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	41x14-20
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	25x8.50-14
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Quick-Attach faceplate; quick-connect loader mounting (L350A)	Not Published
Loader Model	L350A	LL3302
Loader Lift Height	105 in	LL3302: 94 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,000 lb	LL3302: 2,153 lb (at pivot pin, full height)
Loader Breakout Force	2,640 lbf	LL3302: 3,579 lb (at pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year (72-month) extended warranty: 2-year bumper-to-bumper plus 4 additional years powertrain	6-year limited warranty

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Case IH Farmall 40C Gear vs LS Tractor MT240E: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Case IH Farmall 40C Gear or the LS Tractor MT240E?

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

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Case IH Farmall 40C Gear or the LS Tractor MT240E?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 34 hp hp for pto hp.

Which is heavier, the Case IH Farmall 40C Gear or the LS Tractor MT240E?

The Case IH Farmall 40C Gear leads on weight at 3,803 lb lb, compared to 2,881 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT240E.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Case IH Farmall 40C Gear or the LS Tractor MT240E?

The LS Tractor MT240E leads on loader lift at 2,153 lb lb, compared to 2,000 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall 40C Gear.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Case IH Farmall 40C Gear or the LS Tractor MT240E?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 1,433 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

Case IH Farmall 40C Gear vs LS Tractor MT240E

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