Mahindra 4540 vs New Holland Workmaster 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 4540 leads 6 categories to 2. Machine pages: Mahindra 4540 and New Holland Workmaster 40.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra 4540	New Holland Workmaster 40
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 41 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	31 hp	▲ 34 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 4,191 lb	3,067 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,866 lb	1,500 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 3,525 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 116.6 in	91.5 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 4,978 lbf	2,700 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	8.7 gpm	▲ 13.5 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	n/a	14.8 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Mahindra 4540New Holland Workmaster 40

Engine HPhp

▲41 hp

40 hp

PTO HPhp

31 hp

▲34 hp

32 hp

GearHST

Weightlb

▲4,191 lb

3,067 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲2,866 lb

1,500 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲3,525 lb

1,433 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	Mahindra4540	New HollandWorkmaster 40


Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	LS Mtron
Engine Model	Not Published	L3C19-T4
Engine Type	Four-stroke, direct-injection water-cooled, diesel	3-cylinder, turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	166.7 in³	114.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2300 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	41 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	31 hp	Gear: 34 hp; HST: 32 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Pressurized liquid with recirculating bypass
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dual element dry air cleaner (primary and inner safety element)
Fuel System	Direct injection	High pressure common rail, ECU-controlled timing
Alternator	45 A, 12 V	70 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Gear
Implement Flow	8.7 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	5.8 gpm	Gear: 4.2 gpm; HST: 5.3 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Gear: 12.4 gpm; HST: 13.5 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	Gear: 12.4 gpm; HST: 13.5 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center, full-live hydraulic with position and draft controls	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	None standard (1 spool optional)	0
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 spool	1 or 2

Fuel Tank Capacity	14.55 gal	7.4 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	7.5 qt
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	5.8 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	8.5 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	6.9 qt

PTO Type	Live	Independent, electro-hydraulic engagement
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2058 engine rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	HST: Standard; Gear: Optional (2,000 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I & II adjustable, with telescopic stabilizers	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3525 lb	1,808 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	Not Published	1,433 lb
Lift Control Type	Position & draft control	Position control

Transmission Type	Sliding mesh	Gear: 12x12 synchronized shuttle; HST: 3-range hydrostatic, dual pedal
No. of Speeds	8F / 2R	Gear: 12F/12R; HST: Infinite (3 ranges)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Gear: 14.2 mph; HST: 14.8 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Gear: 13.63 mph; HST: 14.96 mph
Clutch	Dual	Gear: 9.4 in single dry disc; HST: Not applicable
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Mechanical rear differential lock

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Fully enclosed dry disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	mComfort mechanical suspension seat	Mechanical suspension seat, fore/aft adjustable, tilting
Front Axle Type	Not Published	4WD
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	115.3 in	121 in
Overall Width	69.4 in	66.5 in
Wheelbase	Not Published	67.5 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	13 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.7 ft (with brake applied)	123 in (left turn); 124 in (right turn)
Height to Top of ROPS	88 in	87.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	4191 lb	3,067 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	6X16	7-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4X28	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	25x8.50-14
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Skid-steer style quick-attach coupler	140TL: Quick Mount system, no tools needed; optional skid steer quick attach plates
Loader Model	4550-2L	140TL
Loader Lift Height	4550-2L: 116.6 in	140TL: 91.5 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	4550-2L: 2,866 lb at pivot pins to full height	140TL: 1,500 lb
Loader Breakout Force	4550-2L: 4,978 lb at pivot pins	140TL: 2,700 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	7-Year Limited Powertrain Warranty	Boomer Guard6 limited warranty: 2 years or 750 hours full coverage plus powertrain coverage to 6 years or 1,500 hours total

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Mahindra 4540 vs New Holland Workmaster 40: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 4540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?: The Mahindra 4540 leads on engine hp at 41 hp hp, compared to 40 hp hp for the New Holland Workmaster 40.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 4540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?: The New Holland Workmaster 40 leads on pto hp at 34 hp hp, compared to 31 hp hp for the Mahindra 4540.
Which is heavier, the Mahindra 4540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?: The Mahindra 4540 leads on weight at 4,191 lb lb, compared to 3,067 lb lb for the New Holland Workmaster 40.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 4540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?: The Mahindra 4540 leads on loader lift at 2,866 lb lb, compared to 1,500 lb lb for the New Holland Workmaster 40.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 4540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?: The Mahindra 4540 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,525 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the New Holland Workmaster 40.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra 4540	New Holland Workmaster 40
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 41 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	31 hp	▲ 34 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 4,191 lb	3,067 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,866 lb	1,500 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 3,525 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 116.6 in	91.5 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 4,978 lbf	2,700 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	8.7 gpm	▲ 13.5 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	n/a	14.8 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Mahindra 4540New Holland Workmaster 40

Engine HPhp

▲41 hp

40 hp

PTO HPhp

31 hp

▲34 hp

32 hp

GearHST

Weightlb

▲4,191 lb

3,067 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲2,866 lb

1,500 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲3,525 lb

1,433 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	Mahindra4540	New HollandWorkmaster 40


Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	LS Mtron
Engine Model	Not Published	L3C19-T4
Engine Type	Four-stroke, direct-injection water-cooled, diesel	3-cylinder, turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	166.7 in³	114.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2300 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	41 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	31 hp	Gear: 34 hp; HST: 32 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Pressurized liquid with recirculating bypass
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dual element dry air cleaner (primary and inner safety element)
Fuel System	Direct injection	High pressure common rail, ECU-controlled timing
Alternator	45 A, 12 V	70 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Gear
Implement Flow	8.7 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	5.8 gpm	Gear: 4.2 gpm; HST: 5.3 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Gear: 12.4 gpm; HST: 13.5 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	Gear: 12.4 gpm; HST: 13.5 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center, full-live hydraulic with position and draft controls	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	None standard (1 spool optional)	0
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 spool	1 or 2

Fuel Tank Capacity	14.55 gal	7.4 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	7.5 qt
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	5.8 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	8.5 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	6.9 qt

PTO Type	Live	Independent, electro-hydraulic engagement
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2058 engine rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	HST: Standard; Gear: Optional (2,000 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I & II adjustable, with telescopic stabilizers	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3525 lb	1,808 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	Not Published	1,433 lb
Lift Control Type	Position & draft control	Position control

Transmission Type	Sliding mesh	Gear: 12x12 synchronized shuttle; HST: 3-range hydrostatic, dual pedal
No. of Speeds	8F / 2R	Gear: 12F/12R; HST: Infinite (3 ranges)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Gear: 14.2 mph; HST: 14.8 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Gear: 13.63 mph; HST: 14.96 mph
Clutch	Dual	Gear: 9.4 in single dry disc; HST: Not applicable
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Mechanical rear differential lock

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Fully enclosed dry disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	mComfort mechanical suspension seat	Mechanical suspension seat, fore/aft adjustable, tilting
Front Axle Type	Not Published	4WD
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	115.3 in	121 in
Overall Width	69.4 in	66.5 in
Wheelbase	Not Published	67.5 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	13 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.7 ft (with brake applied)	123 in (left turn); 124 in (right turn)
Height to Top of ROPS	88 in	87.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	4191 lb	3,067 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	6X16	7-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4X28	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	25x8.50-14
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Skid-steer style quick-attach coupler	140TL: Quick Mount system, no tools needed; optional skid steer quick attach plates
Loader Model	4550-2L	140TL
Loader Lift Height	4550-2L: 116.6 in	140TL: 91.5 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	4550-2L: 2,866 lb at pivot pins to full height	140TL: 1,500 lb
Loader Breakout Force	4550-2L: 4,978 lb at pivot pins	140TL: 2,700 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	7-Year Limited Powertrain Warranty	Boomer Guard6 limited warranty: 2 years or 750 hours full coverage plus powertrain coverage to 6 years or 1,500 hours total

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Mahindra 4540 vs New Holland Workmaster 40: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 4540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?

The Mahindra 4540 leads on engine hp at 41 hp hp, compared to 40 hp hp for the New Holland Workmaster 40.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 4540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?

The New Holland Workmaster 40 leads on pto hp at 34 hp hp, compared to 31 hp hp for the Mahindra 4540.

Which is heavier, the Mahindra 4540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?

The Mahindra 4540 leads on weight at 4,191 lb lb, compared to 3,067 lb lb for the New Holland Workmaster 40.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 4540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?

The Mahindra 4540 leads on loader lift at 2,866 lb lb, compared to 1,500 lb lb for the New Holland Workmaster 40.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 4540 or the New Holland Workmaster 40?

The Mahindra 4540 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,525 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the New Holland Workmaster 40.

Mahindra 4540 vs New Holland Workmaster 40

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