Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Yanmar YM342?

The Yanmar YM342 leads on engine hp at 41.4 hp hp, compared to 41 hp hp for the Mahindra 4540 4WD.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Yanmar YM342?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 31 hp hp for pto hp.

Which is heavier, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Yanmar YM342?

The Mahindra 4540 4WD leads on weight at 6,746 lb lb, compared to 5,129 lb lb for the Yanmar YM342.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Yanmar YM342?

The Mahindra 4540 4WD leads on loader lift at 2,866 lb lb, compared to 2,500 lb lb for the Yanmar YM342.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Yanmar YM342?

The Mahindra 4540 4WD leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,527 lb lb, compared to 2,750 lb lb for the Yanmar YM342.

Mahindra 4540 4WD vs Yanmar YM342

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 4540 4WD leads 5 categories to 3 (1 tied). Machine pages: Mahindra 4540 4WD and Yanmar YM342.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra 4540 4WD	Yanmar YM342
Engine HP (hp)	41 hp	▲ 41.4 hp
PTO HP (hp)	31 hp	31 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 6,746 lb	5,129 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,866 lb	2,500 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 3,527 lb	2,750 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 116.6 in	113 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 4,978 lbf	3,047 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	8.7 gpm	▲ 14.6 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	17.6 mph	▲ 17.7 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Mahindra 4540 4WDYanmar YM342

Engine HPhp

41 hp

▲41.4 hp

PTO HPhp

▲31 hp

Weightlb

▲6,746 lb

5,129 lb

Loader Liftlb

▲2,866 lb

2,500 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲3,527 lb

2,750 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 4WD	YanmarYM342


PTO Power	31 hp @ 300 rpm	31 hp
Alternator	45 A, 12 V	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dual air cleaner element
Engine Type	Four-stroke, direct-injection water-cooled, diesel	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel
Fuel System	Direct injection	Not Published
Displacement	166.7 in³	133.6 in³
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Rated Engine Speed	2300 rpm	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	YANMAR
Engine Power (Gross)	41 hp @ 300 rpm	41.4 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published

Weight with ROPS and Loader	6746 lbs	5,129 lb
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Applicable

Warranty Length & Coverage	7-Year Limited Powertrain Warranty	10-year limited powertrain warranty or 3,000 hours (whichever comes first)

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering Flow	5.0 gpm	5.3 gpm
Implement Flow	8.7 gpm	9.3 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	8.7 gpm	14.6 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center, full-live hydraulic with position and draft controls	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	8.7 gpm	14.6 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	2
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1 (spool) standard	1

PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2058 engine rpm	540/540E rpm
PTO Type	Live	Independent
Lift Control Type	Position & draft control	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	3,190 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Applicable	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I & II adjustable, with telescopic stabilizers	Category I & II
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	3527 lbs	2,750 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	Not Applicable	44 x 18 - 20.0
R3 Turf - Front	Not Applicable	27.0 - 10.5
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural or R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	16.9X24	4.6 gal - 24.0
R4 Industrial - Front	12X16.5	10.0 - 16.5
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4X28	14.9 - 24.0
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5X16	8.0 - 16.0

Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.55 gal	13.2 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Loader Lift Height	116.6 inches	113 in
Loader Breakout Force	4978 lbs	3,047 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	4550-1.1 gal: Skid-steer style quick-attach coupler	YL605: Skid steer quick attach
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2866 lbs	2,500 lb (pivot pin)

Clutch	Dual	Dry single
No. of Speeds	8F / 2R	8F/8R
Transmission Type	Full constant mesh	Synchronized shuttle shift
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	17.6 mph	17.7 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Not Published

Brakes	Fully enclosed dry disc	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	mComfort mechanical suspension seat	Suspension seat

Wheelbase	76.7 inches	74.8 in
Overall Width	82.6 inches	70.9 in (with R4 tires)
Ground Clearance	8.7 inches	15.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS	92.6 inches	98 in (with R4 tires)
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	11.5 ft (3.5 m)
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	128.9 inches	133.6 in (with 3PH and R4 tires)

Mahindra 4540 4WD vs Yanmar YM342: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Yanmar YM342?: The Yanmar YM342 leads on engine hp at 41.4 hp hp, compared to 41 hp hp for the Mahindra 4540 4WD.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Yanmar YM342?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 31 hp hp for pto hp.
Which is heavier, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Yanmar YM342?: The Mahindra 4540 4WD leads on weight at 6,746 lb lb, compared to 5,129 lb lb for the Yanmar YM342.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Yanmar YM342?: The Mahindra 4540 4WD leads on loader lift at 2,866 lb lb, compared to 2,500 lb lb for the Yanmar YM342.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Yanmar YM342?: The Mahindra 4540 4WD leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,527 lb lb, compared to 2,750 lb lb for the Yanmar YM342.