Mahindra 1533 vs Mahindra 2638

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 2638 leads 5 categories to 2 (1 tied). Machine pages: Mahindra 1533 and Mahindra 2638.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra 1533	Mahindra 2638
Engine HP (hp)	34.5 hp	▲ 36.9 hp
PTO HP (hp)	25.2 hp	▲ 31 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 3,175 lb	3,130 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,650 lb	1,634 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,646 lb	2,646 lb
Lift Height (in)	99 in	▲ 101.4 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,650 lbf	▲ 2,696 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	11.1 gpm	▲ 11.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	n/a	15.1 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Mahindra 1533Mahindra 2638

Engine HPhp

34.5 hp

▲36.9 hp

PTO HPhp

25.2 hp

▲31 hp

Weightlb

▲3,175 lb

3,130 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲1,650 lb

1,634 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)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	Mahindra1533	Mahindra2638


Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	Mahindra
Engine Model	Not Published	CE-38
Engine Type	Naturally aspirated, direct injection, common-rail diesel	Naturally aspirated, direct injection, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	166.7 in³	166.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2400 rpm	2400 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	34.5 hp	36.9 hp
PTO Power	25.2 hp	31 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry dual element
Fuel System	Direct injection, common rail (mCRD)	Direct Injection (mCRD fuel-injected)
Alternator	90 A, 12 V	90 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	7.7 gpm	7.6 gpm
Steering Flow	3.4 gpm	4.1 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.1 gpm (7.7 + 3.4, computed)	11.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	11.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open Center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	1 (optional)

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.7 gal	9 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	1.85 gal
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	2.25 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	8.5 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	2.166 gal

PTO Type	Independent (1533 Shuttle); Live (1533 HST)	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm	540 rpm @ 2400 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional; 2000 rpm @ 2525 rpm	Optional, 2000 rpm @ 2500 engine rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	CAT I with telescopic stabilizers	CAT I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,646 lb	2,646 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	Not Published	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position Control

Transmission Type	Constant mesh on gear shift, synchro mesh on F/R shuttle (1533 Shuttle); 3 range HST (1533 HST)	HST
No. of Speeds	8F/8R (1533 Shuttle); Infinite, 3 ranges (1533 HST)	Infinite / 3 Ranges
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	15.05 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	14.38 mph
Clutch	Single plate, dry	Damper
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Bevel gears with diff-lock

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet Disc Brake, Mechanical
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat	Seat with mechanical suspension, adjustable headrest, folding armrests
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Center pin
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Width	63 in	63.2 in
Wheelbase	Not Published	67.7 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	14.5 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.2 ft	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	90.2 in	94.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Length	127.8 in (with industrial tires)	119.3 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,175 lb (1533 Shuttle, operating weight); 3,164 lb (1533 HST, operating weight)	3,130 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	4,115 lb (3,130 + 985, computed; 696.9 gal loader shipping weight)
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Ag, Industrial, Turf	R1 Agricultural, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	7x16	7-16 6PR
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2x24	11.2-24 4PR
R3 Turf - Front	25x8.5-14	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	13.6x16	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	27x8.5-15	10-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	15x19.5	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	2638L: quick-attach adapter included
Loader Model	1538L	2638L (66 in bucket)
Loader Lift Height	1538L: 99 in	2638L: 101.4 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1538L: 1,650 lb (at pivot pin)	2638L: 1,634 lb (at pivot pin)
Loader Breakout Force	1538L: 2,650 lb (at pivot pin)	2638L: 2,696 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	7-year limited powertrain warranty	Not Published

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Mahindra 1533 vs Mahindra 2638: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 1533 or the Mahindra 2638?: The Mahindra 2638 leads on engine hp at 36.9 hp hp, compared to 34.5 hp hp for the Mahindra 1533.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 1533 or the Mahindra 2638?: The Mahindra 2638 leads on pto hp at 31 hp hp, compared to 25.2 hp hp for the Mahindra 1533.
Which is heavier, the Mahindra 1533 or the Mahindra 2638?: The Mahindra 1533 leads on weight at 3,175 lb lb, compared to 3,130 lb lb for the Mahindra 2638.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 1533 or the Mahindra 2638?: The Mahindra 1533 leads on loader lift at 1,650 lb lb, compared to 1,634 lb lb for the Mahindra 2638.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 1533 or the Mahindra 2638?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,646 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra 1533	Mahindra 2638
Engine HP (hp)	34.5 hp	▲ 36.9 hp
PTO HP (hp)	25.2 hp	▲ 31 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 3,175 lb	3,130 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,650 lb	1,634 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,646 lb	2,646 lb
Lift Height (in)	99 in	▲ 101.4 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,650 lbf	▲ 2,696 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	11.1 gpm	▲ 11.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	n/a	15.1 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Mahindra 1533Mahindra 2638

Engine HPhp

34.5 hp

▲36.9 hp

PTO HPhp

25.2 hp

▲31 hp

Weightlb

▲3,175 lb

3,130 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲1,650 lb

1,634 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)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	Mahindra1533	Mahindra2638


Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	Mahindra
Engine Model	Not Published	CE-38
Engine Type	Naturally aspirated, direct injection, common-rail diesel	Naturally aspirated, direct injection, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	166.7 in³	166.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2400 rpm	2400 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	34.5 hp	36.9 hp
PTO Power	25.2 hp	31 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry dual element
Fuel System	Direct injection, common rail (mCRD)	Direct Injection (mCRD fuel-injected)
Alternator	90 A, 12 V	90 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	7.7 gpm	7.6 gpm
Steering Flow	3.4 gpm	4.1 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.1 gpm (7.7 + 3.4, computed)	11.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	11.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open Center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	1 (optional)

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.7 gal	9 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	1.85 gal
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	2.25 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	8.5 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	2.166 gal

PTO Type	Independent (1533 Shuttle); Live (1533 HST)	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm	540 rpm @ 2400 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional; 2000 rpm @ 2525 rpm	Optional, 2000 rpm @ 2500 engine rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	CAT I with telescopic stabilizers	CAT I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,646 lb	2,646 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	Not Published	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position Control

Transmission Type	Constant mesh on gear shift, synchro mesh on F/R shuttle (1533 Shuttle); 3 range HST (1533 HST)	HST
No. of Speeds	8F/8R (1533 Shuttle); Infinite, 3 ranges (1533 HST)	Infinite / 3 Ranges
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	15.05 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	14.38 mph
Clutch	Single plate, dry	Damper
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Bevel gears with diff-lock

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet Disc Brake, Mechanical
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat	Seat with mechanical suspension, adjustable headrest, folding armrests
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Center pin
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Width	63 in	63.2 in
Wheelbase	Not Published	67.7 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	14.5 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.2 ft	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	90.2 in	94.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Length	127.8 in (with industrial tires)	119.3 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,175 lb (1533 Shuttle, operating weight); 3,164 lb (1533 HST, operating weight)	3,130 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	4,115 lb (3,130 + 985, computed; 696.9 gal loader shipping weight)
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Ag, Industrial, Turf	R1 Agricultural, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	7x16	7-16 6PR
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2x24	11.2-24 4PR
R3 Turf - Front	25x8.5-14	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	13.6x16	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	27x8.5-15	10-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	15x19.5	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	2638L: quick-attach adapter included
Loader Model	1538L	2638L (66 in bucket)
Loader Lift Height	1538L: 99 in	2638L: 101.4 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1538L: 1,650 lb (at pivot pin)	2638L: 1,634 lb (at pivot pin)
Loader Breakout Force	1538L: 2,650 lb (at pivot pin)	2638L: 2,696 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	7-year limited powertrain warranty	Not Published

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Mahindra 1533 vs Mahindra 2638: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 1533 or the Mahindra 2638?

The Mahindra 2638 leads on engine hp at 36.9 hp hp, compared to 34.5 hp hp for the Mahindra 1533.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 1533 or the Mahindra 2638?

The Mahindra 2638 leads on pto hp at 31 hp hp, compared to 25.2 hp hp for the Mahindra 1533.

Which is heavier, the Mahindra 1533 or the Mahindra 2638?

The Mahindra 1533 leads on weight at 3,175 lb lb, compared to 3,130 lb lb for the Mahindra 2638.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 1533 or the Mahindra 2638?

The Mahindra 1533 leads on loader lift at 1,650 lb lb, compared to 1,634 lb lb for the Mahindra 2638.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 1533 or the Mahindra 2638?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,646 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

Mahindra 1533 vs Mahindra 2638

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