LS Tractor XR4140 vs Mahindra 3540

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 3540 leads 5 categories to 2 (1 tied). Machine pages: LS Tractor XR4140 and Mahindra 3540.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor XR4140	Mahindra 3540
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 34.4 hp	31 hp
Weight (lb)	4,210 lb	▲ 4,367 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,713 lb	2,700 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,469 lb	▲ 3,090 lb
Lift Height (in)	96.3 in	▲ 111.5 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	3,802 lbf	▲ 5,100 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	12.3 gpm	▲ 16 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	16.8 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor XR4140Mahindra 3540

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

▲34.4 hp

31 hp

Weightlb

3,770 lb

4,210 lb

▲4,367 lb

Roll-barCabin

Loader Liftlb

▲2,713 lb

2,700 lb

3550L3550CL

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,469 lb

▲3,090 lb

at pin

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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	Mahindra3540


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	166.64 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2800 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	34.4 hp	31 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Water-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	11 gpm
Steering Flow	4.1 gpm (mechanical); 5.5 gpm (HST)	5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.3 gpm	16 gpm (11 + 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	1
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal (roll-bar); 12.4 gal (cabin)	11.3 gal (3540 PST); 11.3 gal (3540 HST); 14.5 gal (3540 PST Cab); 14.5 gal (3540 HST Cab)
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 @ 2404 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Yes, 2000 rpm mid-PTO	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	CAT I with telescopic lower links
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,756 lb	3090 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,469 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position and draft control	Position and draft control

Transmission Type	Synchro-shuttle (mechanical)	Power shuttle with full synchro mesh (3540 PST); HST, 3 ranges (3540 HST); Power shuttle with full synchro mesh (3540 PST Cab); HST, 3 ranges (3540 HST Cab)
No. of Speeds	F16 x R16 (F32 x R16 with creeper, optional)	12F/12R (3540 PST); Infinite, 3 ranges (3540 HST); 12F/12R (3540 PST Cab); Infinite, 3 ranges (3540 HST Cab)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	16.8 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	15.3 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry single clutch (mechanical only)	Wet multidisk (3540 PST); N/A (3540 HST); Wet multidisk (3540 PST Cab); N/A (3540 HST Cab)
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	Deluxe suspension seat with back angle and weight adjustment, retractable seat belt and arm rests
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	128.9 in
Overall Width	62.5 in	73.7 in
Wheelbase	73.2 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.5 ft (with brake applied)	10.3 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	93 in	98.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	92 in	89.76 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	Roll-bar: 3,770 lb; Cabin: 4,210 lb	4367 lb (3540 PST); 4817 lb (3540 HST); 5167 lb (3540 PST Cab); 5617 lb (3540 HST Cab)
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
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16 (6PR)	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24 (8PR)	14.9-24
R3 Turf - Front	28x8.5-15	29x12.50-15
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14-20	44x18-20
R4 Industrial - Front	12-16.5	12x16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	16.9x24

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Not Published
Loader Model	LL4104	3550L (3540 PST, 3540 HST); 3550CL (3540 PST Cab, 3540 HST Cab)
Loader Lift Height	LL4104: 96.3 in	3550L: 111.5 in; 3550CL: 111.5 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL4104: 2,713 lb	3550L: 2,700 lb; 3550CL: 2,700 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LL4104: 3,802 lb	3550L: 5,100 lb; 3550CL: 5,100 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 3540: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Mahindra 3540?: 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 3540?: The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on pto hp at 34.4 hp hp, compared to 31 hp hp for the Mahindra 3540.
Which is heavier, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Mahindra 3540?: The Mahindra 3540 leads on weight at 4,367 lb lb, compared to 4,210 lb lb for the LS Tractor XR4140.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Mahindra 3540?: The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on loader lift at 2,713 lb lb, compared to 2,700 lb lb for the Mahindra 3540.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Mahindra 3540?: The Mahindra 3540 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,090 lb lb, compared to 2,469 lb lb for the LS Tractor XR4140.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor XR4140	Mahindra 3540
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 34.4 hp	31 hp
Weight (lb)	4,210 lb	▲ 4,367 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,713 lb	2,700 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,469 lb	▲ 3,090 lb
Lift Height (in)	96.3 in	▲ 111.5 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	3,802 lbf	▲ 5,100 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	12.3 gpm	▲ 16 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	16.8 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor XR4140Mahindra 3540

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

▲34.4 hp

31 hp

Weightlb

3,770 lb

4,210 lb

▲4,367 lb

Roll-barCabin

Loader Liftlb

▲2,713 lb

2,700 lb

3550L3550CL

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,469 lb

▲3,090 lb

at pin

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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	Mahindra3540


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	166.64 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2800 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	34.4 hp	31 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Water-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	11 gpm
Steering Flow	4.1 gpm (mechanical); 5.5 gpm (HST)	5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.3 gpm	16 gpm (11 + 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	1
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal (roll-bar); 12.4 gal (cabin)	11.3 gal (3540 PST); 11.3 gal (3540 HST); 14.5 gal (3540 PST Cab); 14.5 gal (3540 HST Cab)
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 @ 2404 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Yes, 2000 rpm mid-PTO	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	CAT I with telescopic lower links
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,756 lb	3090 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,469 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position and draft control	Position and draft control

Transmission Type	Synchro-shuttle (mechanical)	Power shuttle with full synchro mesh (3540 PST); HST, 3 ranges (3540 HST); Power shuttle with full synchro mesh (3540 PST Cab); HST, 3 ranges (3540 HST Cab)
No. of Speeds	F16 x R16 (F32 x R16 with creeper, optional)	12F/12R (3540 PST); Infinite, 3 ranges (3540 HST); 12F/12R (3540 PST Cab); Infinite, 3 ranges (3540 HST Cab)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	16.8 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	15.3 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry single clutch (mechanical only)	Wet multidisk (3540 PST); N/A (3540 HST); Wet multidisk (3540 PST Cab); N/A (3540 HST Cab)
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	Deluxe suspension seat with back angle and weight adjustment, retractable seat belt and arm rests
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	128.9 in
Overall Width	62.5 in	73.7 in
Wheelbase	73.2 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.5 ft (with brake applied)	10.3 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	93 in	98.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	92 in	89.76 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	Roll-bar: 3,770 lb; Cabin: 4,210 lb	4367 lb (3540 PST); 4817 lb (3540 HST); 5167 lb (3540 PST Cab); 5617 lb (3540 HST Cab)
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
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16 (6PR)	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24 (8PR)	14.9-24
R3 Turf - Front	28x8.5-15	29x12.50-15
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14-20	44x18-20
R4 Industrial - Front	12-16.5	12x16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	16.9x24

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Not Published
Loader Model	LL4104	3550L (3540 PST, 3540 HST); 3550CL (3540 PST Cab, 3540 HST Cab)
Loader Lift Height	LL4104: 96.3 in	3550L: 111.5 in; 3550CL: 111.5 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL4104: 2,713 lb	3550L: 2,700 lb; 3550CL: 2,700 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LL4104: 3,802 lb	3550L: 5,100 lb; 3550CL: 5,100 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 3540: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Mahindra 3540?

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 3540?

The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on pto hp at 34.4 hp hp, compared to 31 hp hp for the Mahindra 3540.

Which is heavier, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Mahindra 3540?

The Mahindra 3540 leads on weight at 4,367 lb lb, compared to 4,210 lb lb for the LS Tractor XR4140.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Mahindra 3540?

The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on loader lift at 2,713 lb lb, compared to 2,700 lb lb for the Mahindra 3540.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Mahindra 3540?

The Mahindra 3540 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,090 lb lb, compared to 2,469 lb lb for the LS Tractor XR4140.

LS Tractor XR4140 vs Mahindra 3540

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