LS Tractor MT240E 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 4 categories to 3 (1 tied). Machine pages: LS Tractor MT240E and Mahindra 2540.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor MT240E	Mahindra 2540
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	34 hp	▲ 35 hp
Weight (lb)	2,881 lb	▲ 3,285 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,153 lb	2,041 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	▲ 2,646 lb
Lift Height (in)	94 in	▲ 101.9 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,579 lbf	3,430 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 13.7 gpm	12.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	14.3 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor MT240EMahindra 2540

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

34 hp

▲35 hp

Weightlb

2,881 lb

▲3,285 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲2,153 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	LS TractorMT240E	Mahindra2540


Engine Manufacturer	LS	Mahindra
Engine Model	L3C19-T	Not Published
Engine Type	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, CRDI	Naturally aspirated direct injection diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Displacement	114.7 in³	166.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	34 hp	35 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry	Not Published
Fuel System	CRDI (Delphi common rail direct injection)	Direct injection
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	45 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Gear pump, engine driven	Not Published
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	5.5 gpm	4.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	13.7 gpm	12.7 gpm (8.2 + 4.5, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	13.7 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center system, position control	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 or 2 pairs (optional)	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.4 gal	9.0 gal
Coolant Capacity	1.9 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	1.5 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	8.5 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.7 gal	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent (wet disc clutch)	Independent
PTO Rear	Standard (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	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	Synchro Shuttle	Synchro shuttle with partial synchromesh
No. of Speeds	F12 x R12	12F/12R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	14.33 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	13.63 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry single clutch	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical pedal type	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering, tilt
Brakes	Wet, multi-disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Adjustable suspension seat
Front Axle Type	Front wheel mechanical assist (4WD)	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	121 in	119.3 in
Overall Width	54 in (R1); 66 in (R4)	59.8 in
Wheelbase	69 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	10.79 ft (left); 11.02 ft (right)	7.87 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	88 in	94.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	2,881 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, R4 industrial or R3 turf at no extra cost	Ag, Industrial (turf N/A)
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	8.3x16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	12.4x24
R3 Turf - Front	25x8.50-14	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.50-14	10-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	43x16-20	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Not Published
Loader Model	LL3302	2540L
Loader Lift Height	LL3302: 94 in	2540L: 101.9 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL3302: 2,153 lb (at pivot pin, full height)	2540L: 2,041 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LL3302: 3,579 lb (at pivot pin)	2540L: 3,430 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year limited warranty	5-year powertrain warranty

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LS Tractor MT240E vs Mahindra 2540: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT240E 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 LS Tractor MT240E or the Mahindra 2540?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on pto hp at 35 hp hp, compared to 34 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT240E.
Which is heavier, the LS Tractor MT240E or the Mahindra 2540?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on weight at 3,285 lb lb, compared to 2,881 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT240E.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT240E or the Mahindra 2540?: The LS Tractor MT240E leads on loader lift at 2,153 lb lb, compared to 2,041 lb lb for the Mahindra 2540.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT240E 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 LS Tractor MT240E.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor MT240E	Mahindra 2540
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	34 hp	▲ 35 hp
Weight (lb)	2,881 lb	▲ 3,285 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,153 lb	2,041 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,433 lb	▲ 2,646 lb
Lift Height (in)	94 in	▲ 101.9 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,579 lbf	3,430 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 13.7 gpm	12.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	14.3 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor MT240EMahindra 2540

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

34 hp

▲35 hp

Weightlb

2,881 lb

▲3,285 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲2,153 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	LS TractorMT240E	Mahindra2540


Engine Manufacturer	LS	Mahindra
Engine Model	L3C19-T	Not Published
Engine Type	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, CRDI	Naturally aspirated direct injection diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Displacement	114.7 in³	166.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	34 hp	35 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry	Not Published
Fuel System	CRDI (Delphi common rail direct injection)	Direct injection
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	45 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Gear pump, engine driven	Not Published
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	5.5 gpm	4.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	13.7 gpm	12.7 gpm (8.2 + 4.5, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	13.7 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center system, position control	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 or 2 pairs (optional)	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.4 gal	9.0 gal
Coolant Capacity	1.9 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	1.5 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	8.5 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.7 gal	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent (wet disc clutch)	Independent
PTO Rear	Standard (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	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	Synchro Shuttle	Synchro shuttle with partial synchromesh
No. of Speeds	F12 x R12	12F/12R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	14.33 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	13.63 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry single clutch	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical pedal type	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering, tilt
Brakes	Wet, multi-disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Adjustable suspension seat
Front Axle Type	Front wheel mechanical assist (4WD)	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	121 in	119.3 in
Overall Width	54 in (R1); 66 in (R4)	59.8 in
Wheelbase	69 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	10.79 ft (left); 11.02 ft (right)	7.87 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	88 in	94.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	2,881 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, R4 industrial or R3 turf at no extra cost	Ag, Industrial (turf N/A)
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	8.3x16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	12.4x24
R3 Turf - Front	25x8.50-14	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.50-14	10-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	43x16-20	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Not Published
Loader Model	LL3302	2540L
Loader Lift Height	LL3302: 94 in	2540L: 101.9 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL3302: 2,153 lb (at pivot pin, full height)	2540L: 2,041 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LL3302: 3,579 lb (at pivot pin)	2540L: 3,430 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year limited warranty	5-year powertrain warranty

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LS Tractor MT240E vs Mahindra 2540: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT240E 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 LS Tractor MT240E or the Mahindra 2540?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on pto hp at 35 hp hp, compared to 34 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT240E.

Which is heavier, the LS Tractor MT240E or the Mahindra 2540?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on weight at 3,285 lb lb, compared to 2,881 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT240E.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT240E or the Mahindra 2540?

The LS Tractor MT240E leads on loader lift at 2,153 lb lb, compared to 2,041 lb lb for the Mahindra 2540.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT240E 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 LS Tractor MT240E.

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