Case IH Farmall Compact 40A vs LS Tractor XR4040

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 LS Tractor XR4040 leads 6 categories to 1 (1 tied). Machine pages: Case IH Farmall Compact 40A and LS Tractor XR4040.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Case IH Farmall Compact 40A	LS Tractor XR4040
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	32 hp	▲ 32.4 hp
Weight (lb)	3,067 lb	▲ 4,330 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,250 lb	▲ 2,500 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	▲ 2,469 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 98.4 in	96.1 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,913 lbf	▲ 4,354 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	13.5 gpm	▲ 13.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	14.8 mph	n/a

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Case IH Farmall Compact 40ALS Tractor XR4040

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

32 hp

▲32.4 hp

30.8 hp

gearHST

Weightlb

3,067 lb

3,870 lb

▲4,330 lb

ROPScab

Loader Liftlb

1,250 lb

▲2,500 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,433 lb

▲2,469 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 Compact 40A	LS TractorXR4040


Engine Manufacturer	LS Mtron	Shibaura (ISM)
Engine Model	L3C19-T4	N844L-F
Engine Type	3-cylinder, turbocharged diesel, Tier 4 B/Final	4-cylinder, indirect injection, water-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Displacement	116 in³	135.2 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	32 hp	XR4040, XR4040C (gear): 32.4 hp; XR4040H, XR4040HC (HST): 30.8 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Pressurized liquid cooling with recirculating bypass	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry
Fuel System	High pressure common rail	Indirect injection
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	85 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Gear	Gear pump, engine driven
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	5.3 gpm	XR4040, XR4040C (gear): 4.2 gpm; XR4040H, XR4040HC (HST): 5.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	13.5 gpm (8.2 + 5.3, computed) (8.2 + 4.2, computed)	XR4040, XR4040C (gear): 12.4 gpm; XR4040H, XR4040HC (HST): 13.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	XR4040, XR4040C (gear): 12.4 gpm; XR4040H, XR4040HC (HST): 13.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	2 pairs (4 front outlets, 4 rear outlets)
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	1 or 3 optional (2 or 6 quick couplers)

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.4 gal	XR4040, XR4040H (ROPS): 10.5 gal; XR4040C, XR4040HC (cab): 12.4 gal
Coolant Capacity	7.5 qt	2.0 gal
Crankcase Capacity	5.8 qt	1.5 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	8.5 gal	11.4 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	6.9 qt	2.1 gal

PTO Type	Independent, electro-hydraulic engagement	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2,000 rpm	Optional, 2000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,808 lb	2,756 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,433 lb	2,469 lb
Lift Control Type	Mechanical Draft Control (MDC)	Position and draft control

Transmission Type	3-range hydrostatic (optional)	XR4040, XR4040C (gear): Synchro shuttle; XR4040H, XR4040HC (HST): HST
No. of Speeds	infinite, 3 ranges	XR4040, XR4040C (gear): F16 x R16; XR4040H, XR4040HC (HST): 3 ranges (HST)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	14.8 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	14.96 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry clutch	Mechanical: dry single clutch; HST: not applicable
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical differential lock	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc, mechanical actuation	Wet, multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Adjustable suspension seat	Not Published
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	129.4 in
Overall Width	66.5 in	62.4 in
Wheelbase	67.2 in	69.4 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	123 in	9.5 ft (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	87.6 in	96.3 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	68.2 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	91.1 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,067 lb	XR4040, XR4040H (ROPS): 3,870 lb; XR4040C, XR4040HC (cab): 4,330 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 or turf tires at no additional cost
R1 Agricultural - Front	7x14	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2x24	13.6-24
R3 Turf - Front	25x8.50-14	28x8.5-15
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	41x14-20
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.50-14	12-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	43x16.00-20	17.5L-24

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	LL4102: quick attach, skid steer compatible
Loader Model	L340A	LL4102
Loader Lift Height	98.4 in	LL4102: 96.1 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,250 lb	LL4102: 2,500 lb
Loader Breakout Force	1913 lb	LL4102: 4,354 lb

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

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Case IH Farmall Compact 40A vs LS Tractor XR4040: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A or the LS Tractor XR4040?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 40 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A or the LS Tractor XR4040?: The LS Tractor XR4040 leads on pto hp at 32.4 hp hp, compared to 32 hp hp for the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A.
Which is heavier, the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A or the LS Tractor XR4040?: The LS Tractor XR4040 leads on weight at 4,330 lb lb, compared to 3,067 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A or the LS Tractor XR4040?: The LS Tractor XR4040 leads on loader lift at 2,500 lb lb, compared to 1,250 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A or the LS Tractor XR4040?: The LS Tractor XR4040 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,469 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Case IH Farmall Compact 40A	LS Tractor XR4040
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	32 hp	▲ 32.4 hp
Weight (lb)	3,067 lb	▲ 4,330 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,250 lb	▲ 2,500 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	▲ 2,469 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 98.4 in	96.1 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,913 lbf	▲ 4,354 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	13.5 gpm	▲ 13.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	14.8 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

Case IH Farmall Compact 40ALS Tractor XR4040

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

32 hp

▲32.4 hp

30.8 hp

gearHST

Weightlb

3,067 lb

3,870 lb

▲4,330 lb

ROPScab

Loader Liftlb

1,250 lb

▲2,500 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,433 lb

▲2,469 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 Compact 40A	LS TractorXR4040


Engine Manufacturer	LS Mtron	Shibaura (ISM)
Engine Model	L3C19-T4	N844L-F
Engine Type	3-cylinder, turbocharged diesel, Tier 4 B/Final	4-cylinder, indirect injection, water-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Displacement	116 in³	135.2 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	32 hp	XR4040, XR4040C (gear): 32.4 hp; XR4040H, XR4040HC (HST): 30.8 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Pressurized liquid cooling with recirculating bypass	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry
Fuel System	High pressure common rail	Indirect injection
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	85 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Gear	Gear pump, engine driven
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	5.3 gpm	XR4040, XR4040C (gear): 4.2 gpm; XR4040H, XR4040HC (HST): 5.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	13.5 gpm (8.2 + 5.3, computed) (8.2 + 4.2, computed)	XR4040, XR4040C (gear): 12.4 gpm; XR4040H, XR4040HC (HST): 13.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	XR4040, XR4040C (gear): 12.4 gpm; XR4040H, XR4040HC (HST): 13.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	2 pairs (4 front outlets, 4 rear outlets)
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	1 or 3 optional (2 or 6 quick couplers)

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.4 gal	XR4040, XR4040H (ROPS): 10.5 gal; XR4040C, XR4040HC (cab): 12.4 gal
Coolant Capacity	7.5 qt	2.0 gal
Crankcase Capacity	5.8 qt	1.5 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	8.5 gal	11.4 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	6.9 qt	2.1 gal

PTO Type	Independent, electro-hydraulic engagement	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2,000 rpm	Optional, 2000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,808 lb	2,756 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,433 lb	2,469 lb
Lift Control Type	Mechanical Draft Control (MDC)	Position and draft control

Transmission Type	3-range hydrostatic (optional)	XR4040, XR4040C (gear): Synchro shuttle; XR4040H, XR4040HC (HST): HST
No. of Speeds	infinite, 3 ranges	XR4040, XR4040C (gear): F16 x R16; XR4040H, XR4040HC (HST): 3 ranges (HST)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	14.8 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	14.96 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry clutch	Mechanical: dry single clutch; HST: not applicable
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical differential lock	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc, mechanical actuation	Wet, multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Adjustable suspension seat	Not Published
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	129.4 in
Overall Width	66.5 in	62.4 in
Wheelbase	67.2 in	69.4 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	123 in	9.5 ft (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	87.6 in	96.3 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	68.2 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	91.1 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,067 lb	XR4040, XR4040H (ROPS): 3,870 lb; XR4040C, XR4040HC (cab): 4,330 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 or turf tires at no additional cost
R1 Agricultural - Front	7x14	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2x24	13.6-24
R3 Turf - Front	25x8.50-14	28x8.5-15
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	41x14-20
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.50-14	12-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	43x16.00-20	17.5L-24

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	LL4102: quick attach, skid steer compatible
Loader Model	L340A	LL4102
Loader Lift Height	98.4 in	LL4102: 96.1 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,250 lb	LL4102: 2,500 lb
Loader Breakout Force	1913 lb	LL4102: 4,354 lb

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

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Case IH Farmall Compact 40A vs LS Tractor XR4040: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A or the LS Tractor XR4040?

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

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A or the LS Tractor XR4040?

The LS Tractor XR4040 leads on pto hp at 32.4 hp hp, compared to 32 hp hp for the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A.

Which is heavier, the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A or the LS Tractor XR4040?

The LS Tractor XR4040 leads on weight at 4,330 lb lb, compared to 3,067 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A or the LS Tractor XR4040?

The LS Tractor XR4040 leads on loader lift at 2,500 lb lb, compared to 1,250 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A or the LS Tractor XR4040?

The LS Tractor XR4040 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,469 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall Compact 40A.

Case IH Farmall Compact 40A vs LS Tractor XR4040

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