Mahindra Max 26XL vs Mahindra Max 28XL

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 Max 28XL leads 2 categories to 1 (5 tied). Machine pages: Mahindra Max 26XL and Mahindra Max 28XL.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra Max 26XL	Mahindra Max 28XL
Engine HP (hp)	25.6 hp	▲ 28 hp
PTO HP (hp)	21.5 hp	▲ 23.5 hp
Weight (lb)	1,863 lb	1,863 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,402 lb	1,402 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,205 lb	2,205 lb
Lift Height (in)	82.7 in	82.7 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,690 lbf	2,690 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 8.5 gpm	4.6 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	10 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

Mahindra Max 26XLMahindra Max 28XL

Engine HPhp

25.6 hp

▲28 hp

PTO HPhp

20 hp

21.5 hp

▲23.5 hp

22 hp

HSTShuttleShuttleHST

Weightlb

▲1,863 lb

1,819 lb

▲1,863 lb

ShuttleHST

Loader Liftlb

▲1,402 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲2,205 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	MahindraMax 26XL	MahindraMax 28XL


Engine Manufacturer	Mitsubishi	Mitsubishi
Engine Model	S3L2	S3L2
Engine Type	Four-stroke, indirect injection, water-cooled diesel	Four stroke, indirect injection water-cooled, diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	80.4 in³	80.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	25.6 hp	28 hp
PTO Power	HST: 20 hp; Shuttle: 21.5 hp	Shuttle: 23.5 hp; HST: 22 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	Indirect injection	Direct injection
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	50 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	5.8 gpm	4.6 gpm
Steering Flow	2.7 gpm	2.7 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	8.5 gpm (5.8 + 2.7, computed)	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	8.5 gpm (5.8 + 2.7, computed)	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center, full live hydraulic with position control
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	1 spool optional

Fuel Tank Capacity	6.1 gal	6.1 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	Live (HST); Trans (Shuttle)	Trans
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional; 2000 rpm @ 2526 rpm	Optional, 2000 rpm @ 2526 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category 1, with check chains
Hitch Lift Capacity	2205 lb (measuring point not stated)	2205 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	Not Published	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	HST: HST, 2 ranges; Shuttle: Synchro mesh F/R shuttle, constant mesh gear	Constant mesh on gear shift and synchro mesh on F/R shuttle
No. of Speeds	Infinite (HST); 8F / 8R (Shuttle)	Infinite
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	10.0 mph (HST); 11.2 mph (Shuttle)	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	5.1 mph (HST); 9.4 mph (Shuttle)	Not Published
Clutch	Single plate, dry	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Not Published

Frame Type	Full-length tractor frame	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic Power
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	109.3 in	109.3 in
Overall Width	54.3 in	54.3 in
Wheelbase	Not Published	Not Published
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	6.6 ft	6.6 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	84.3 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	1863 lb (HST); 1819 lb (Shuttle)	Shuttle: 1819 lb; HST: 1863 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	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	7x12	7x12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	9.5x16	9.5x16
R3 Turf - Front	23x8.5-12	23x8.5-12
R3 Turf - Rear	33x12.5-16.5	33x12.5-16.5
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.5-12	23x8.5-12
R4 Industrial - Rear	12x16.5	12x16.5

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Skid-steer style loader couplers
Loader Model	Max 26L	ML205 (named by both Mahindra spec sheets; a US listing calls the same loader the ML202)
Loader Lift Height	Max 26L: 82.7 in	ML205: 82.7 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	Max 26L: 1402 lb	ML205: 1402 lb
Loader Breakout Force	Max 26L: 2690 lb	ML205: 2690 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year powertrain warranty	Not Published

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Mahindra Max 26XL vs Mahindra Max 28XL: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra Max 26XL or the Mahindra Max 28XL?: The Mahindra Max 28XL leads on engine hp at 28 hp hp, compared to 25.6 hp hp for the Mahindra Max 26XL.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra Max 26XL or the Mahindra Max 28XL?: The Mahindra Max 28XL leads on pto hp at 23.5 hp hp, compared to 21.5 hp hp for the Mahindra Max 26XL.
Which is heavier, the Mahindra Max 26XL or the Mahindra Max 28XL?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 1,863 lb lb for weight.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra Max 26XL or the Mahindra Max 28XL?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 1,402 lb lb for loader lift.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra Max 26XL or the Mahindra Max 28XL?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,205 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra Max 26XL	Mahindra Max 28XL
Engine HP (hp)	25.6 hp	▲ 28 hp
PTO HP (hp)	21.5 hp	▲ 23.5 hp
Weight (lb)	1,863 lb	1,863 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,402 lb	1,402 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,205 lb	2,205 lb
Lift Height (in)	82.7 in	82.7 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,690 lbf	2,690 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 8.5 gpm	4.6 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	10 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

Mahindra Max 26XLMahindra Max 28XL

Engine HPhp

25.6 hp

▲28 hp

PTO HPhp

20 hp

21.5 hp

▲23.5 hp

22 hp

HSTShuttleShuttleHST

Weightlb

▲1,863 lb

1,819 lb

▲1,863 lb

ShuttleHST

Loader Liftlb

▲1,402 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲2,205 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	MahindraMax 26XL	MahindraMax 28XL


Engine Manufacturer	Mitsubishi	Mitsubishi
Engine Model	S3L2	S3L2
Engine Type	Four-stroke, indirect injection, water-cooled diesel	Four stroke, indirect injection water-cooled, diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	80.4 in³	80.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	25.6 hp	28 hp
PTO Power	HST: 20 hp; Shuttle: 21.5 hp	Shuttle: 23.5 hp; HST: 22 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	Indirect injection	Direct injection
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	50 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	5.8 gpm	4.6 gpm
Steering Flow	2.7 gpm	2.7 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	8.5 gpm (5.8 + 2.7, computed)	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	8.5 gpm (5.8 + 2.7, computed)	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center, full live hydraulic with position control
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	1 spool optional

Fuel Tank Capacity	6.1 gal	6.1 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	Live (HST); Trans (Shuttle)	Trans
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional; 2000 rpm @ 2526 rpm	Optional, 2000 rpm @ 2526 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category 1, with check chains
Hitch Lift Capacity	2205 lb (measuring point not stated)	2205 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	Not Published	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	HST: HST, 2 ranges; Shuttle: Synchro mesh F/R shuttle, constant mesh gear	Constant mesh on gear shift and synchro mesh on F/R shuttle
No. of Speeds	Infinite (HST); 8F / 8R (Shuttle)	Infinite
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	10.0 mph (HST); 11.2 mph (Shuttle)	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	5.1 mph (HST); 9.4 mph (Shuttle)	Not Published
Clutch	Single plate, dry	Single plate, dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Not Published

Frame Type	Full-length tractor frame	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic Power
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	109.3 in	109.3 in
Overall Width	54.3 in	54.3 in
Wheelbase	Not Published	Not Published
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	6.6 ft	6.6 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	84.3 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	1863 lb (HST); 1819 lb (Shuttle)	Shuttle: 1819 lb; HST: 1863 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	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	7x12	7x12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	9.5x16	9.5x16
R3 Turf - Front	23x8.5-12	23x8.5-12
R3 Turf - Rear	33x12.5-16.5	33x12.5-16.5
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.5-12	23x8.5-12
R4 Industrial - Rear	12x16.5	12x16.5

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Skid-steer style loader couplers
Loader Model	Max 26L	ML205 (named by both Mahindra spec sheets; a US listing calls the same loader the ML202)
Loader Lift Height	Max 26L: 82.7 in	ML205: 82.7 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	Max 26L: 1402 lb	ML205: 1402 lb
Loader Breakout Force	Max 26L: 2690 lb	ML205: 2690 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year powertrain warranty	Not Published

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Mahindra Max 26XL vs Mahindra Max 28XL: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra Max 26XL or the Mahindra Max 28XL?

The Mahindra Max 28XL leads on engine hp at 28 hp hp, compared to 25.6 hp hp for the Mahindra Max 26XL.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra Max 26XL or the Mahindra Max 28XL?

The Mahindra Max 28XL leads on pto hp at 23.5 hp hp, compared to 21.5 hp hp for the Mahindra Max 26XL.

Which is heavier, the Mahindra Max 26XL or the Mahindra Max 28XL?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 1,863 lb lb for weight.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra Max 26XL or the Mahindra Max 28XL?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 1,402 lb lb for loader lift.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra Max 26XL or the Mahindra Max 28XL?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,205 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

Mahindra Max 26XL vs Mahindra Max 28XL

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