Mahindra 3540 vs Mahindra 4035

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 3 categories to 1 (4 tied). Machine pages: Mahindra 3540 and Mahindra 4035.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra 3540	Mahindra 4035
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	31 hp	▲ 33 hp
Weight (lb)	4,367 lb	4,367 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,700 lb	2,400 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	3,090 lb	3,090 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 111.5 in	106 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 5,100 lbf	3,900 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	16 gpm	16 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	n/a	16.5 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Mahindra 3540Mahindra 4035

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

31 hp

▲33 hp

Weightlb

▲4,367 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲2,700 lb

2,400 lb

3550L3550CL

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲3,090 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	Mahindra3540	Mahindra4035


Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	Mahindra
Engine Model	Not Published	CE 40
Engine Type	Naturally aspirated direct injection diesel	Naturally aspirated direct injection diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	166.64 in³	115.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2800 rpm	2800 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	31 hp	33 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry type with safety cartridge and automatic dust unloading
Fuel System	Direct injection	Direct injection
Alternator	45 A, 12 V	45 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	11 gpm	11 gpm
Steering Flow	5 gpm	5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	16 gpm (11 + 5, computed)	16 gpm (11 + 5, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1	1
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Two-spool valve optional (dealer kit)

Fuel Tank Capacity	11.3 gal (3540 PST); 11.3 gal (3540 HST); 14.5 gal (3540 PST Cab); 14.5 gal (3540 HST Cab)	11.3 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	7.4 qt (4035 4WD HST)
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	6.32 qt (4035 4WD HST)
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	10.03 gal (4035 4WD HST)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	8.96 qt (4035 4WD HST)

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2404 rpm	540 rpm @ 2404 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	CAT I with telescopic lower links	CAT I with telescopic lower links
Hitch Lift Capacity	3090 lb	3090 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	Not Published	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position and draft control	Position and draft control

Transmission Type	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)	Forward/reverse synchro shuttle with full synchro mesh (4035 4WD Shuttle); Forward/reverse synchro shuttle with full synchro mesh (4035 4WD PST); HST, 3 ranges (4035 4WD HST)
No. of Speeds	12F/12R (3540 PST); Infinite, 3 ranges (3540 HST); 12F/12R (3540 PST Cab); Infinite, 3 ranges (3540 HST Cab)	12F/12R (4035 4WD Shuttle); 12F/12R (4035 4WD PST); Infinite, 3 ranges (4035 4WD HST)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	16.5 mph (4035 4WD Shuttle); 16.5 mph (4035 4WD PST); 15.5 mph (4035 4WD HST)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	15.6 mph (4035 4WD Shuttle); 15.6 mph (4035 4WD PST); 15.5 mph (4035 4WD HST)
Clutch	Wet multidisk (3540 PST); N/A (3540 HST); Wet multidisk (3540 PST Cab); N/A (3540 HST Cab)	Single plate dry (4035 4WD Shuttle); Wet (4035 4WD PST); N/A (4035 4WD HST)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering, tilt	Hydrostatic power steering, tilt
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat with back angle and weight adjustment, retractable seat belt and arm rests	Deluxe suspension seat with back angle and weight adjustment, retractable seat belt and arm rests
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Mechanical front wheel drive (MFWD) with bevel gear final reduction
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	128.9 in	123.8 in
Overall Width	73.7 in	73.7 in
Wheelbase	Not Published	70.87 in (4035 4WD HST)
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	10.3 ft	11.3 ft (4035 4WD HST)
Height to Top of ROPS	98.7 in	98.1 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	89.76 in	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	4367 lb (3540 PST); 4817 lb (3540 HST); 5167 lb (3540 PST Cab); 5617 lb (3540 HST Cab)	4367 lb (4035 4WD Shuttle); 4367 lb (4035 4WD PST); 4817 lb (4035 4WD HST)
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Ag, Industrial, Turf	Ag, Industrial, Turf
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	14.9-24	14.9-24
R3 Turf - Front	29x12.50-15	29x12.50-15
R3 Turf - Rear	44x18-20	44x18-20
R4 Industrial - Front	12x16.5	12-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	16.9x24	16.9-24

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Not Published
Loader Model	3550L (3540 PST, 3540 HST); 3550CL (3540 PST Cab, 3540 HST Cab)	ML120
Loader Lift Height	3550L: 111.5 in; 3550CL: 111.5 in	ML120: 106 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	3550L: 2,700 lb; 3550CL: 2,700 lb	ML120: 2,400 lb
Loader Breakout Force	3550L: 5,100 lb; 3550CL: 5,100 lb	ML120: 3,900 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year powertrain warranty	5-year limited warranty

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Mahindra 3540 vs Mahindra 4035: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 3540 or the Mahindra 4035?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 40 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 3540 or the Mahindra 4035?: The Mahindra 4035 leads on pto hp at 33 hp hp, compared to 31 hp hp for the Mahindra 3540.
Which is heavier, the Mahindra 3540 or the Mahindra 4035?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 4,367 lb lb for weight.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 3540 or the Mahindra 4035?: The Mahindra 3540 leads on loader lift at 2,700 lb lb, compared to 2,400 lb lb for the Mahindra 4035.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 3540 or the Mahindra 4035?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 3,090 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra 3540	Mahindra 4035
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	31 hp	▲ 33 hp
Weight (lb)	4,367 lb	4,367 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,700 lb	2,400 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	3,090 lb	3,090 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 111.5 in	106 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 5,100 lbf	3,900 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	16 gpm	16 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	n/a	16.5 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Mahindra 3540Mahindra 4035

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

31 hp

▲33 hp

Weightlb

▲4,367 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲2,700 lb

2,400 lb

3550L3550CL

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲3,090 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	Mahindra3540	Mahindra4035


Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	Mahindra
Engine Model	Not Published	CE 40
Engine Type	Naturally aspirated direct injection diesel	Naturally aspirated direct injection diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	166.64 in³	115.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2800 rpm	2800 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	31 hp	33 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry type with safety cartridge and automatic dust unloading
Fuel System	Direct injection	Direct injection
Alternator	45 A, 12 V	45 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	11 gpm	11 gpm
Steering Flow	5 gpm	5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	16 gpm (11 + 5, computed)	16 gpm (11 + 5, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1	1
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Two-spool valve optional (dealer kit)

Fuel Tank Capacity	11.3 gal (3540 PST); 11.3 gal (3540 HST); 14.5 gal (3540 PST Cab); 14.5 gal (3540 HST Cab)	11.3 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	7.4 qt (4035 4WD HST)
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	6.32 qt (4035 4WD HST)
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	10.03 gal (4035 4WD HST)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	8.96 qt (4035 4WD HST)

PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2404 rpm	540 rpm @ 2404 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	CAT I with telescopic lower links	CAT I with telescopic lower links
Hitch Lift Capacity	3090 lb	3090 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	Not Published	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position and draft control	Position and draft control

Transmission Type	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)	Forward/reverse synchro shuttle with full synchro mesh (4035 4WD Shuttle); Forward/reverse synchro shuttle with full synchro mesh (4035 4WD PST); HST, 3 ranges (4035 4WD HST)
No. of Speeds	12F/12R (3540 PST); Infinite, 3 ranges (3540 HST); 12F/12R (3540 PST Cab); Infinite, 3 ranges (3540 HST Cab)	12F/12R (4035 4WD Shuttle); 12F/12R (4035 4WD PST); Infinite, 3 ranges (4035 4WD HST)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	16.5 mph (4035 4WD Shuttle); 16.5 mph (4035 4WD PST); 15.5 mph (4035 4WD HST)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	15.6 mph (4035 4WD Shuttle); 15.6 mph (4035 4WD PST); 15.5 mph (4035 4WD HST)
Clutch	Wet multidisk (3540 PST); N/A (3540 HST); Wet multidisk (3540 PST Cab); N/A (3540 HST Cab)	Single plate dry (4035 4WD Shuttle); Wet (4035 4WD PST); N/A (4035 4WD HST)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering, tilt	Hydrostatic power steering, tilt
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat with back angle and weight adjustment, retractable seat belt and arm rests	Deluxe suspension seat with back angle and weight adjustment, retractable seat belt and arm rests
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Mechanical front wheel drive (MFWD) with bevel gear final reduction
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	128.9 in	123.8 in
Overall Width	73.7 in	73.7 in
Wheelbase	Not Published	70.87 in (4035 4WD HST)
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	10.3 ft	11.3 ft (4035 4WD HST)
Height to Top of ROPS	98.7 in	98.1 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	89.76 in	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	4367 lb (3540 PST); 4817 lb (3540 HST); 5167 lb (3540 PST Cab); 5617 lb (3540 HST Cab)	4367 lb (4035 4WD Shuttle); 4367 lb (4035 4WD PST); 4817 lb (4035 4WD HST)
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Ag, Industrial, Turf	Ag, Industrial, Turf
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	14.9-24	14.9-24
R3 Turf - Front	29x12.50-15	29x12.50-15
R3 Turf - Rear	44x18-20	44x18-20
R4 Industrial - Front	12x16.5	12-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	16.9x24	16.9-24

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Not Published
Loader Model	3550L (3540 PST, 3540 HST); 3550CL (3540 PST Cab, 3540 HST Cab)	ML120
Loader Lift Height	3550L: 111.5 in; 3550CL: 111.5 in	ML120: 106 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	3550L: 2,700 lb; 3550CL: 2,700 lb	ML120: 2,400 lb
Loader Breakout Force	3550L: 5,100 lb; 3550CL: 5,100 lb	ML120: 3,900 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year powertrain warranty	5-year limited warranty

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Mahindra 3540 vs Mahindra 4035: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 3540 or the Mahindra 4035?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 40 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 3540 or the Mahindra 4035?

The Mahindra 4035 leads on pto hp at 33 hp hp, compared to 31 hp hp for the Mahindra 3540.

Which is heavier, the Mahindra 3540 or the Mahindra 4035?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 4,367 lb lb for weight.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 3540 or the Mahindra 4035?

The Mahindra 3540 leads on loader lift at 2,700 lb lb, compared to 2,400 lb lb for the Mahindra 4035.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 3540 or the Mahindra 4035?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 3,090 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

Mahindra 3540 vs Mahindra 4035

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