Mahindra 2540 vs Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40

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 5 categories to 2 (1 tied). Machine pages: Mahindra 2540 and Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra 2540	Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40
Engine HP (hp)	39.4 hp	39.4 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 35 hp	30 hp
Weight (lb)	3,285 lb	▲ 3,858 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,041 lb	1,870 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 2,646 lb	2,535 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 101.9 in	100 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,430 lbf	2,950 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	12.7 gpm	▲ 19.6 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

Mahindra 2540Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40

Engine HPhp

▲39.4 hp

PTO HPhp

▲35 hp

30 hp

27.9 hp

MechHST

Weightlb

3,285 lb

3,472 lb

▲3,858 lb

ROPSCab

Loader Liftlb

▲2,041 lb

1,870 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲2,646 lb

2,535 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	Mahindra2540	Massey FergusonMF 1M.40


Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	Iseki
Engine Model	Not Published	Not Published
Engine Type	Naturally aspirated direct injection diesel	3-cylinder, turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	166.7 in³	111.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	39.4 hp	39.4 hp
PTO Power	35 hp	Mech: 30 hp; HST: 27.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	Direct injection	Not Published
Alternator	45 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Not Published	Two gear-type pumps
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	12.6 gpm
Steering Flow	4.5 gpm	7.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.7 gpm (8.2 + 4.5, computed)	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7.0, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7.0, computed)
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	Not Published	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	9.0 gal	10.6 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 with SoftStart electronic modulation
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2650 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	CAT I with check chains	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,646 lb	2,800 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	Not Published	2,535 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Not Published

Transmission Type	Synchro shuttle with partial synchromesh	Mech: 12x12 power shuttle; HST: 3-range hydrostatic (Servo-HST, electronically controlled)
No. of Speeds	12F/12R	Mech: 12 forward and 12 reverse; HST: infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Single plate, dry	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Not Published

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

Overall Width	59.8 in	67.5 in
Wheelbase	Not Published	Not Published
Ground Clearance	Not Published	14.4 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	7.87 ft	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	94.4 in	99.2 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	91.3 in
Overall Length	119.3 in	122.0 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,285 lb (operating weight)	ROPS: 3,472 lb; Cab: 3,858 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Ag, Industrial (turf N/A)	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	8.3x16	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4x24	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	43x16-20	Not Published

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Skid steer
Loader Model	2540L	FL2611
Loader Lift Height	2540L: 101.9 in	FL2611: 100 in (at pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2540L: 2,041 lb (at pivot pin)	FL2611: 1,870 lb (at pivot pin)
Loader Breakout Force	2540L: 3,430 lb (at pivot pin)	FL2611: 2,950 lb (at pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year powertrain warranty	Not Published

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Mahindra 2540 vs Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 2540 or the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 39.4 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 2540 or the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on pto hp at 35 hp hp, compared to 30 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40.
Which is heavier, the Mahindra 2540 or the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40?: The Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40 leads on weight at 3,858 lb lb, compared to 3,285 lb lb for the Mahindra 2540.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 2540 or the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on loader lift at 2,041 lb lb, compared to 1,870 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 2540 or the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40?: The Mahindra 2540 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,646 lb lb, compared to 2,535 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra 2540	Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40
Engine HP (hp)	39.4 hp	39.4 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 35 hp	30 hp
Weight (lb)	3,285 lb	▲ 3,858 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,041 lb	1,870 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 2,646 lb	2,535 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 101.9 in	100 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,430 lbf	2,950 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	12.7 gpm	▲ 19.6 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

Mahindra 2540Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40

Engine HPhp

▲39.4 hp

PTO HPhp

▲35 hp

30 hp

27.9 hp

MechHST

Weightlb

3,285 lb

3,472 lb

▲3,858 lb

ROPSCab

Loader Liftlb

▲2,041 lb

1,870 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲2,646 lb

2,535 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	Mahindra2540	Massey FergusonMF 1M.40


Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	Iseki
Engine Model	Not Published	Not Published
Engine Type	Naturally aspirated direct injection diesel	3-cylinder, turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	166.7 in³	111.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	39.4 hp	39.4 hp
PTO Power	35 hp	Mech: 30 hp; HST: 27.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	Direct injection	Not Published
Alternator	45 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Not Published	Two gear-type pumps
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	12.6 gpm
Steering Flow	4.5 gpm	7.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.7 gpm (8.2 + 4.5, computed)	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7.0, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7.0, computed)
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	Not Published	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	9.0 gal	10.6 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 with SoftStart electronic modulation
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2650 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	CAT I with check chains	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,646 lb	2,800 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	Not Published	2,535 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Not Published

Transmission Type	Synchro shuttle with partial synchromesh	Mech: 12x12 power shuttle; HST: 3-range hydrostatic (Servo-HST, electronically controlled)
No. of Speeds	12F/12R	Mech: 12 forward and 12 reverse; HST: infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Single plate, dry	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Not Published

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

Overall Width	59.8 in	67.5 in
Wheelbase	Not Published	Not Published
Ground Clearance	Not Published	14.4 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	7.87 ft	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	94.4 in	99.2 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	91.3 in
Overall Length	119.3 in	122.0 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,285 lb (operating weight)	ROPS: 3,472 lb; Cab: 3,858 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Ag, Industrial (turf N/A)	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	8.3x16	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4x24	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	43x16-20	Not Published

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Skid steer
Loader Model	2540L	FL2611
Loader Lift Height	2540L: 101.9 in	FL2611: 100 in (at pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2540L: 2,041 lb (at pivot pin)	FL2611: 1,870 lb (at pivot pin)
Loader Breakout Force	2540L: 3,430 lb (at pivot pin)	FL2611: 2,950 lb (at pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year powertrain warranty	Not Published

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Mahindra 2540 vs Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 2540 or the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 39.4 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 2540 or the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on pto hp at 35 hp hp, compared to 30 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40.

Which is heavier, the Mahindra 2540 or the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40?

The Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40 leads on weight at 3,858 lb lb, compared to 3,285 lb lb for the Mahindra 2540.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 2540 or the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on loader lift at 2,041 lb lb, compared to 1,870 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 2540 or the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40?

The Mahindra 2540 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,646 lb lb, compared to 2,535 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40.

Mahindra 2540 vs Massey Ferguson MF 1M.40

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