Mahindra 1640 Shuttle 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 8 categories to 0. Machine pages: Mahindra 1640 Shuttle and Mahindra 2540.

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Spec	Mahindra 1640 Shuttle	Mahindra 2540
Engine HP (hp)	38.7 hp	▲ 40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	29.9 hp	▲ 35 hp
Weight (lb)	3,186 lb	▲ 3,285 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,830 lb	▲ 2,041 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,720 lb	▲ 2,646 lb
Lift Height (in)	92 in	▲ 101.9 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,777 lbf	▲ 3,430 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	11.1 gpm	▲ 12.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	13.6 mph	n/a

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Mahindra 1640 ShuttleMahindra 2540

Engine HPhp

38.7 hp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

29.9 hp

▲35 hp

Weightlb

3,186 lb

▲3,285 lb

Loader Liftlb

1,830 lb

▲2,041 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,720 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	Mahindra1640 Shuttle	Mahindra2540


Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	Mahindra
Engine Model	CE-38	Not Published
Engine Type	Four-stroke, naturally aspirated, direct injection, water cooled diesel	Naturally aspirated direct injection diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	166.7 in³	166.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2400 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	38.7 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	29.9 hp	35 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	Direct injection	Direct injection
Alternator	90 A, 12 V	45 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	7.7 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	3.4 gpm	4.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.1 gpm	12.7 gpm (8.2 + 4.5, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	11.1 gpm	Not Published
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	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.7 gal	9.0 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm	540 rpm @ 2650 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional; 2000 rpm @ 2526 rpm	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	CAT I with Telescoping Stabilizers & Flex Links	CAT I with check chains
Hitch Lift Capacity	2646 lb	2646 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1720 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	Constant mesh on gearshift and synchromesh on F-R shuttle	Synchro shuttle with partial synchromesh
No. of Speeds	8F / 8R	12F/12R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	13.6 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Dry-Single	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydrostatic power steering, tilt
Brakes	Wet Disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	mComfort seat with contoured cushions, folding armrests, legroom adjustment and retractable seatbelt	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	127.8 in	119.3 in
Overall Width	62 in	59.8 in
Wheelbase	76.9 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	12.8 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.2 ft (with brake applied)	7.87 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	91.5 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)	3,186 lb	3285 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	3809 lb	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Agriculture, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	Ag, Industrial (turf N/A)
R1 Agricultural - Front	7 x 16	8.3x16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2 x 24	12.4x24
R3 Turf - Front	27 x 10.5-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	41 x 14-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	28 x 8.5-15	10-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	43 x 16-20	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Front loader with skid-steer couplers for superfast hookups	Not Published
Loader Model	1640L (64 in bucket)	2540L
Loader Lift Height	1640L: 92 in	2540L: 101.9 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1640L: 1,830 lb	2540L: 2,041 lb
Loader Breakout Force	1640L: 2,777 lb	2540L: 3,430 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	7-year/3,000-hour, $0 deductible limited powertrain warranty	5-year powertrain warranty

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Mahindra 1640 Shuttle vs Mahindra 2540: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2540?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on engine hp at 40 hp hp, compared to 38.7 hp hp for the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2540?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on pto hp at 35 hp hp, compared to 29.9 hp hp for the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle.
Which is heavier, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2540?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on weight at 3,285 lb lb, compared to 3,186 lb lb for the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2540?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on loader lift at 2,041 lb lb, compared to 1,830 lb lb for the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2540?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,646 lb lb, compared to 1,720 lb lb for the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra 1640 Shuttle	Mahindra 2540
Engine HP (hp)	38.7 hp	▲ 40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	29.9 hp	▲ 35 hp
Weight (lb)	3,186 lb	▲ 3,285 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,830 lb	▲ 2,041 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,720 lb	▲ 2,646 lb
Lift Height (in)	92 in	▲ 101.9 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,777 lbf	▲ 3,430 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	11.1 gpm	▲ 12.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	13.6 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

Mahindra 1640 ShuttleMahindra 2540

Engine HPhp

38.7 hp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

29.9 hp

▲35 hp

Weightlb

3,186 lb

▲3,285 lb

Loader Liftlb

1,830 lb

▲2,041 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,720 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	Mahindra1640 Shuttle	Mahindra2540


Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	Mahindra
Engine Model	CE-38	Not Published
Engine Type	Four-stroke, naturally aspirated, direct injection, water cooled diesel	Naturally aspirated direct injection diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	166.7 in³	166.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2400 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	38.7 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	29.9 hp	35 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	Direct injection	Direct injection
Alternator	90 A, 12 V	45 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	7.7 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	3.4 gpm	4.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.1 gpm	12.7 gpm (8.2 + 4.5, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	11.1 gpm	Not Published
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	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	7.7 gal	9.0 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm	540 rpm @ 2650 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional; 2000 rpm @ 2526 rpm	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	CAT I with Telescoping Stabilizers & Flex Links	CAT I with check chains
Hitch Lift Capacity	2646 lb	2646 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1720 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	Constant mesh on gearshift and synchromesh on F-R shuttle	Synchro shuttle with partial synchromesh
No. of Speeds	8F / 8R	12F/12R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	13.6 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Dry-Single	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydrostatic power steering, tilt
Brakes	Wet Disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	mComfort seat with contoured cushions, folding armrests, legroom adjustment and retractable seatbelt	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	127.8 in	119.3 in
Overall Width	62 in	59.8 in
Wheelbase	76.9 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	12.8 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.2 ft (with brake applied)	7.87 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	91.5 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)	3,186 lb	3285 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	3809 lb	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Agriculture, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	Ag, Industrial (turf N/A)
R1 Agricultural - Front	7 x 16	8.3x16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2 x 24	12.4x24
R3 Turf - Front	27 x 10.5-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	41 x 14-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	28 x 8.5-15	10-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	43 x 16-20	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Front loader with skid-steer couplers for superfast hookups	Not Published
Loader Model	1640L (64 in bucket)	2540L
Loader Lift Height	1640L: 92 in	2540L: 101.9 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1640L: 1,830 lb	2540L: 2,041 lb
Loader Breakout Force	1640L: 2,777 lb	2540L: 3,430 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	7-year/3,000-hour, $0 deductible limited powertrain warranty	5-year powertrain warranty

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Mahindra 1640 Shuttle vs Mahindra 2540: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2540?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on engine hp at 40 hp hp, compared to 38.7 hp hp for the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2540?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on pto hp at 35 hp hp, compared to 29.9 hp hp for the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle.

Which is heavier, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2540?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on weight at 3,285 lb lb, compared to 3,186 lb lb for the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2540?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on loader lift at 2,041 lb lb, compared to 1,830 lb lb for the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2540?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,646 lb lb, compared to 1,720 lb lb for the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle.

Mahindra 1640 Shuttle vs Mahindra 2540

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