Mahindra 1640 Shuttle vs Mahindra 2638 HST Cab

Every published spec for both machines, side by side. The verdict below is computed straight from the spec sheets, not opinion.

Across 9 measurable specs, the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab leads 5 categories to 4. Machine pages: Mahindra 1640 Shuttle and Mahindra 2638 HST Cab.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra 1640 Shuttle	Mahindra 2638 HST Cab
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 38.7 hp	36.9 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 29.9 hp	29.5 hp
Weight (lb)	3,186 lb	▲ 3,351 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,830 lb	1,634 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,720 lb	▲ 2,646 lb
Lift Height (in)	92 in	▲ 101.4 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 2,777 lbf	2,696 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	11.1 gpm	▲ 11.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	13.6 mph	▲ 15.1 mph

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Mahindra 1640 ShuttleMahindra 2638 HST Cab

Engine HPhp

▲38.7 hp

36.9 hp

PTO HPhp

▲29.9 hp

29.5 hp

Weightlb

3,186 lb

▲3,351 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲1,830 lb

1,634 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	Mahindra2638 HST Cab


Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	Mahindra
Engine Model	CE-38	CE-38
Engine Type	Naturally aspirated, direct injection, liquid-cooled 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)	38.7 hp	36.9 hp
PTO Power	29.9 hp	29.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry dual element
Fuel System	Direct injection	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	11.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	11.1 gpm	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	2.17 gal

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm	540 rpm @ 2400 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional; 2000 rpm @ 2526 rpm	Optional, 2000 rpm @ 2500 engine rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	CAT I with Telescoping Stabilizers & Flex Links	CAT I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,646 lb	2,646 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,720 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position Control

Transmission Type	Constant mesh on gearshift and synchromesh on F-R shuttle	HST
No. of Speeds	8F / 8R	Infinite / 3 Ranges
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	13.6 mph	15.05 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	14.38 mph
Clutch	Dry-Single	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	Seat with contoured cushions, folding armrests, adjustable legroom and retractable seat belt	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	62 in	63.2 in
Wheelbase	76.9 in	67.7 in
Ground Clearance	12.8 in	14.5 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.2 ft (with brake applied)	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	91.5 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	94.4 in
Overall Length	127.8 in	119.3 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,186 lb (total weight)	3,351 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	3,809 lb (3,186 + 623, computed; 433.2 gal loader shipping weight)	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	4,336 lb (3,351 + 985, computed; 2638CL loader shipping weight)

Tire Size & Options	R1 Agriculture, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	7 x 16	7-16 6PR
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2 x 24	11.2-24 4PR
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	2638CL: quick-attach adapter included
Loader Model	1640L (64 in bucket)	2638CL (66 in bucket)
Loader Lift Height	Mahindra 1640L: 92 in; Measured as: maximum lift height	2638CL: 101.4 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	Mahindra 1640L: 1,830 lb; Measured at: pivot pin, full height	2638CL: 1,634 lb
Loader Breakout Force	Mahindra 1640L: 2,777 lb	2638CL: 2,696 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	7-year/3,000-hour, $0 deductible limited powertrain warranty	Not Published

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Mahindra 1640 Shuttle vs Mahindra 2638 HST Cab: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab?: The Mahindra 1640 Shuttle leads on engine hp at 38.7 hp hp, compared to 36.9 hp hp for the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab?: The Mahindra 1640 Shuttle leads on pto hp at 29.9 hp hp, compared to 29.5 hp hp for the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab.
Which is heavier, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab?: The Mahindra 2638 HST Cab leads on weight at 3,351 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 2638 HST Cab?: The Mahindra 1640 Shuttle leads on loader lift at 1,830 lb lb, compared to 1,634 lb lb for the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab?: The Mahindra 2638 HST Cab 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 2638 HST Cab
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 38.7 hp	36.9 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 29.9 hp	29.5 hp
Weight (lb)	3,186 lb	▲ 3,351 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,830 lb	1,634 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,720 lb	▲ 2,646 lb
Lift Height (in)	92 in	▲ 101.4 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 2,777 lbf	2,696 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	11.1 gpm	▲ 11.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	13.6 mph	▲ 15.1 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Mahindra 1640 ShuttleMahindra 2638 HST Cab

Engine HPhp

▲38.7 hp

36.9 hp

PTO HPhp

▲29.9 hp

29.5 hp

Weightlb

3,186 lb

▲3,351 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲1,830 lb

1,634 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	Mahindra2638 HST Cab


Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	Mahindra
Engine Model	CE-38	CE-38
Engine Type	Naturally aspirated, direct injection, liquid-cooled 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)	38.7 hp	36.9 hp
PTO Power	29.9 hp	29.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry dual element
Fuel System	Direct injection	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	11.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	11.1 gpm	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	2.17 gal

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm	540 rpm @ 2400 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional; 2000 rpm @ 2526 rpm	Optional, 2000 rpm @ 2500 engine rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	CAT I with Telescoping Stabilizers & Flex Links	CAT I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,646 lb	2,646 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,720 lb	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position Control

Transmission Type	Constant mesh on gearshift and synchromesh on F-R shuttle	HST
No. of Speeds	8F / 8R	Infinite / 3 Ranges
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	13.6 mph	15.05 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	14.38 mph
Clutch	Dry-Single	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	Seat with contoured cushions, folding armrests, adjustable legroom and retractable seat belt	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	62 in	63.2 in
Wheelbase	76.9 in	67.7 in
Ground Clearance	12.8 in	14.5 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.2 ft (with brake applied)	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	91.5 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	94.4 in
Overall Length	127.8 in	119.3 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,186 lb (total weight)	3,351 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	3,809 lb (3,186 + 623, computed; 433.2 gal loader shipping weight)	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	4,336 lb (3,351 + 985, computed; 2638CL loader shipping weight)

Tire Size & Options	R1 Agriculture, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	7 x 16	7-16 6PR
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2 x 24	11.2-24 4PR
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	2638CL: quick-attach adapter included
Loader Model	1640L (64 in bucket)	2638CL (66 in bucket)
Loader Lift Height	Mahindra 1640L: 92 in; Measured as: maximum lift height	2638CL: 101.4 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	Mahindra 1640L: 1,830 lb; Measured at: pivot pin, full height	2638CL: 1,634 lb
Loader Breakout Force	Mahindra 1640L: 2,777 lb	2638CL: 2,696 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	7-year/3,000-hour, $0 deductible limited powertrain warranty	Not Published

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Mahindra 1640 Shuttle vs Mahindra 2638 HST Cab: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab?

The Mahindra 1640 Shuttle leads on engine hp at 38.7 hp hp, compared to 36.9 hp hp for the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab?

The Mahindra 1640 Shuttle leads on pto hp at 29.9 hp hp, compared to 29.5 hp hp for the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab.

Which is heavier, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab?

The Mahindra 2638 HST Cab leads on weight at 3,351 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 2638 HST Cab?

The Mahindra 1640 Shuttle leads on loader lift at 1,830 lb lb, compared to 1,634 lb lb for the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 1640 Shuttle or the Mahindra 2638 HST Cab?

The Mahindra 2638 HST Cab 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 2638 HST Cab

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