Across 8 measurable specs, the Mahindra Max 28XL leads 6 categories to 2. Machine pages: John Deere 2520 and Mahindra Max 28XL.
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Category Verdict
| Spec | John Deere 2520 | Mahindra Max 28XL |
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| Engine HP (hp) | 26.5 hp | ▲ 28 hp |
| PTO HP (hp) | 20.5 hp | ▲ 23.5 hp |
| Weight (lb) | ▲ 1,865 lb | 1,863 lb |
| Loader Lift (lb) | 800 lb | ▲ 1,402 lb |
| 3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb) | 1,150 lb | ▲ 2,205 lb |
| Lift Height (in) | 78.5 in | ▲ 82.7 in |
| Breakout Force (lbf) | 2,239 lbf | ▲ 2,690 lbf |
| Hydraulic Flow (gpm) | ▲ 10.5 gpm | 4.6 gpm |
| Travel Speed (mph) | 13 mph | n/a |
The headline numbers at a glance.
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▲1,865 lb
1,819 lb
1,863 lb
ShuttleHST
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Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.
| Spec | John Deere2520 | MahindraMax 28XL |
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| Engine Manufacturer | Yanmar | Mitsubishi |
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| Engine Model | 3TNV82A-BMJK | S3L2 |
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| Engine Type | 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel | Four stroke, indirect injection water-cooled, diesel |
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| No. of Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
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| Displacement | 81.2 in³ | 80.4 in³ |
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| Rated Engine Speed | 2600 rpm | 2600 rpm |
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| Engine Power (Gross) | 26.5 hp | 28 hp |
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| PTO Power | 20.5 hp | Shuttle: 23.5 hp; HST: 22 hp |
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| Engine Emissions Constraints | Not Published | Not Published |
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| Cooling System Type | Liquid-cooled | Not Published |
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| Air Cleaner | Dry type, two stage | Not Published |
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| Fuel System | Not Published | Direct injection |
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| Alternator | 20 A | 50 A, 12 V |
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| Pump Type | Not Published | Not Published |
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| Implement Flow | 5.0 gpm | 4.6 gpm |
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| Steering Flow | 5.5 gpm | 2.7 gpm |
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| Total Hydraulic Flow | 10.5 gpm | Not Published |
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| Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow | 10.5 gpm | Not Published |
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| Hydraulic System Type | Not Published | Open center, full live hydraulic with position control |
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| Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow | Not Published | Not Published |
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| No. of Standard Remote Valves | 2 | Not Published |
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| No. of Optional Remote Valves | Not Published | 1 spool optional |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.1 gal | 6.1 gal |
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| Coolant Capacity | 4.1 qt | Not Published |
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| Crankcase Capacity | 3.0 qt | Not Published |
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| Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity | 3.9 gal | Not Published |
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| Front Axle Fluid Capacity | 3.6 qt | Not Published |
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| PTO Type | Independent | Trans |
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| PTO Rear | 540 rpm (rear PTO standard) | 540 rpm @ 2376 rpm |
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| Mid-PTO Availability | Standard | Optional, 2000 rpm @ 2526 rpm |
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| Category, 3-Point Hitch | Category 1 | Category 1, with check chains |
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| Hitch Lift Capacity | 1433 lb | 2205 lb |
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| Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”) | 1150 lb | Not Published |
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| Lift Control Type | Position control | Position control |
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| Transmission Type | 2-range hydrostatic | Constant mesh on gear shift and synchro mesh on F/R shuttle |
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| No. of Speeds | Infinite forward and reverse, 2 ranges | Infinite |
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| Max Travel Speed (Forward) | 13.0 mph | Not Published |
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| Max Travel Speed (Reverse) | 13.0 mph | Not Published |
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| Clutch | Not Published | Single plate, dry |
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| Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options | Not Published | Not Published |
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| Frame Type | Folding ROPS standard | Not Published |
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| Steering | Power steering | Hydrostatic Power |
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| Brakes | Wet disk | Wet disc |
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| Seat Suspension & Adjustability | Not Published | Not Published |
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| Front Axle Type | Mechanical front wheel drive (MFWD), standard, all ranges, engages on the go | Not Published |
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| Front Axle Rating | 1940 lb | Not Published |
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| Drawbar Capacity | Not Published | Not Published |
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| Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch | 108.9 in | 109.3 in |
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| Overall Width | 51.0 in (minimum, standard tires) | 54.3 in |
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| Wheelbase | 65.2 in | Not Published |
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| Ground Clearance | 13 in (front axle); 11 in (rear axle drawbar) | Not Published |
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| Min. Turn Radius without Brakes | 8.2 ft | 6.6 ft |
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| Height to Top of ROPS | 90 in | Not Published |
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| Height to Top of ROPS (folded) | 68.9 in | Not Published |
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| Height to Top of Cab Model | Not Published | Not Published |
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| Tractor Weight (Base) | 1865 lb | Shuttle: 1819 lb; HST: 1863 lb |
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| Weight with ROPS and Loader | Not Published | Not Published |
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| Weight with Cab and Loader | Not Published | Not Published |
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| Tire Size & Options | R3 turf standard (24x8.5-14 front, 36x14.00-15 rear); R4 industrial optional (23x8.5-12 front, 14-17.5 rear) | Not Published |
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| R1 Agricultural - Front | Not Published | 7x12 |
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| R1 Agricultural - Rear | Not Published | 9.5x16 |
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| R3 Turf - Front | 24x8.5-14 | 23x8.5-12 |
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| R3 Turf - Rear | 36x14.00-15 | 33x12.5-16.5 |
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| R4 Industrial - Front | 23x8.5-12 | 23x8.5-12 |
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| R4 Industrial - Rear | 14-17.5 | 12x16.5 |
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| Quick Attach Loader System | Quik-Park loader mounting; 200CX attaches and detaches in under 3 minutes with no tools | Skid-steer style loader couplers |
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| Loader Model | 200CX | ML205 (named by both Mahindra spec sheets; a US listing calls the same loader the ML202) |
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| Loader Lift Height | 200CX: 78.5 in | ML205: 82.7 in |
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| Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height) | 200CX: 800 lb (at full height, measured at pivot) | ML205: 1402 lb |
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| Loader Breakout Force | 200CX: 2239 lbf (at pin) | ML205: 2690 lb |
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| Warranty Length & Coverage | 3-year / 2,000-hour limited warranty (as sold new) | Not Published |
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John Deere 2520 vs Mahindra Max 28XL: Quick Answers
- Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 2520 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?
- The Mahindra Max 28XL leads on engine hp at 28 hp hp, compared to 26.5 hp hp for the John Deere 2520.
- Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 2520 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?
- The Mahindra Max 28XL leads on pto hp at 23.5 hp hp, compared to 20.5 hp hp for the John Deere 2520.
- Which is heavier, the John Deere 2520 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?
- The John Deere 2520 leads on weight at 1,865 lb lb, compared to 1,863 lb lb for the Mahindra Max 28XL.
- Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 2520 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?
- The Mahindra Max 28XL leads on loader lift at 1,402 lb lb, compared to 800 lb lb for the John Deere 2520.
- Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 2520 or the Mahindra Max 28XL?
- The Mahindra Max 28XL leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,205 lb lb, compared to 1,150 lb lb for the John Deere 2520.
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