LS Tractor XR4140 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 XR4140 and Mahindra 2540.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor XR4140	Mahindra 2540
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	34.4 hp	▲ 35 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 4,210 lb	3,285 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,713 lb	2,041 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,469 lb	▲ 2,646 lb
Lift Height (in)	96.3 in	▲ 101.9 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,802 lbf	3,430 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	12.3 gpm	▲ 12.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	16.8 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor XR4140Mahindra 2540

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

34.4 hp

▲35 hp

Weightlb

3,770 lb

▲4,210 lb

3,285 lb

Roll-barCabin

Loader Liftlb

▲2,713 lb

2,041 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,469 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 TractorXR4140	Mahindra2540


Engine Manufacturer	LS	Mahindra
Engine Model	L3C19-T4	Not Published
Engine Type	4-stroke, vertical, water cooling, 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	34.4 hp	35 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry	Not Published
Fuel System	Delphi CRDI (Common Rail Direct Injection)	Direct injection
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	45 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Gear pump type, engine drive	Not Published
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	4.1 gpm (mechanical); 5.5 gpm (HST)	4.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.3 gpm	12.7 gpm (8.2 + 4.5, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal (roll-bar); 12.4 gal (cabin)	9.0 gal
Coolant Capacity	2.3 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	1.6 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	11.4 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.1 gal	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent PTO with wet disk clutch	Independent
PTO Rear	540 (standard); 540 / 750 / 1,000 (optional 3-speed)	540 rpm @ 2650 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Yes, 2000 rpm mid-PTO	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	CAT I with check chains
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,756 lb	2646 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,469 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position and draft control	Position control

Transmission Type	Synchro-shuttle (mechanical)	Synchro shuttle with partial synchromesh
No. of Speeds	F16 x R16 (F32 x R16 with creeper, optional)	12F/12R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	16.8 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	15.3 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry single clutch (mechanical only)	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical pedal type differential lock	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic	Hydrostatic power steering, tilt
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Adjustable suspension seat
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	133 in	119.3 in
Overall Width	62.5 in	59.8 in
Wheelbase	73.2 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.5 ft (with brake applied)	7.87 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	93 in	94.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	92 in	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	Roll-bar: 3,770 lb; Cabin: 4,210 lb	3285 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Ag 9.5-16 / 13.6-24; Turf 28x8.5-15 / 41x14-20; Industrial 12-16.5 / 17.5L-24	Ag, Industrial (turf N/A)
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16 (6PR)	8.3x16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24 (8PR)	12.4x24
R3 Turf - Front	28x8.5-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	12-16.5	10-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Not Published
Loader Model	LL4104	2540L
Loader Lift Height	LL4104: 96.3 in	2540L: 101.9 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL4104: 2,713 lb	2540L: 2,041 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LL4104: 3,802 lb	2540L: 3,430 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year / 1,500-hour limited powertrain warranty; 2-year / 750-hour bumper-to-bumper warranty	5-year powertrain warranty

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LS Tractor XR4140 vs Mahindra 2540: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor XR4140 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 XR4140 or the Mahindra 2540?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on pto hp at 35 hp hp, compared to 34.4 hp hp for the LS Tractor XR4140.
Which is heavier, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Mahindra 2540?: The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on weight at 4,210 lb lb, compared to 3,285 lb lb for the Mahindra 2540.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Mahindra 2540?: The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on loader lift at 2,713 lb lb, compared to 2,041 lb lb for the Mahindra 2540.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Mahindra 2540?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,646 lb lb, compared to 2,469 lb lb for the LS Tractor XR4140.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor XR4140	Mahindra 2540
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	34.4 hp	▲ 35 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 4,210 lb	3,285 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,713 lb	2,041 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,469 lb	▲ 2,646 lb
Lift Height (in)	96.3 in	▲ 101.9 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,802 lbf	3,430 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	12.3 gpm	▲ 12.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	16.8 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor XR4140Mahindra 2540

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

34.4 hp

▲35 hp

Weightlb

3,770 lb

▲4,210 lb

3,285 lb

Roll-barCabin

Loader Liftlb

▲2,713 lb

2,041 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,469 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 TractorXR4140	Mahindra2540


Engine Manufacturer	LS	Mahindra
Engine Model	L3C19-T4	Not Published
Engine Type	4-stroke, vertical, water cooling, 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	34.4 hp	35 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry	Not Published
Fuel System	Delphi CRDI (Common Rail Direct Injection)	Direct injection
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	45 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Gear pump type, engine drive	Not Published
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	4.1 gpm (mechanical); 5.5 gpm (HST)	4.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.3 gpm	12.7 gpm (8.2 + 4.5, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal (roll-bar); 12.4 gal (cabin)	9.0 gal
Coolant Capacity	2.3 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	1.6 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	11.4 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.1 gal	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent PTO with wet disk clutch	Independent
PTO Rear	540 (standard); 540 / 750 / 1,000 (optional 3-speed)	540 rpm @ 2650 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Yes, 2000 rpm mid-PTO	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	CAT I with check chains
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,756 lb	2646 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,469 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position and draft control	Position control

Transmission Type	Synchro-shuttle (mechanical)	Synchro shuttle with partial synchromesh
No. of Speeds	F16 x R16 (F32 x R16 with creeper, optional)	12F/12R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	16.8 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	15.3 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry single clutch (mechanical only)	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical pedal type differential lock	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic	Hydrostatic power steering, tilt
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Adjustable suspension seat
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	133 in	119.3 in
Overall Width	62.5 in	59.8 in
Wheelbase	73.2 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.5 ft (with brake applied)	7.87 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	93 in	94.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	92 in	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	Roll-bar: 3,770 lb; Cabin: 4,210 lb	3285 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Ag 9.5-16 / 13.6-24; Turf 28x8.5-15 / 41x14-20; Industrial 12-16.5 / 17.5L-24	Ag, Industrial (turf N/A)
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16 (6PR)	8.3x16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24 (8PR)	12.4x24
R3 Turf - Front	28x8.5-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	12-16.5	10-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Not Published
Loader Model	LL4104	2540L
Loader Lift Height	LL4104: 96.3 in	2540L: 101.9 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL4104: 2,713 lb	2540L: 2,041 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LL4104: 3,802 lb	2540L: 3,430 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year / 1,500-hour limited powertrain warranty; 2-year / 750-hour bumper-to-bumper warranty	5-year powertrain warranty

Find a LS Tractor dealer near you Find a Mahindra dealer near you

LS Tractor XR4140 vs Mahindra 2540: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor XR4140 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 XR4140 or the Mahindra 2540?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on pto hp at 35 hp hp, compared to 34.4 hp hp for the LS Tractor XR4140.

Which is heavier, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Mahindra 2540?

The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on weight at 4,210 lb lb, compared to 3,285 lb lb for the Mahindra 2540.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Mahindra 2540?

The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on loader lift at 2,713 lb lb, compared to 2,041 lb lb for the Mahindra 2540.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Mahindra 2540?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,646 lb lb, compared to 2,469 lb lb for the LS Tractor XR4140.

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