SPECS / COMPARISON
Mahindra 3540 vs Massey Ferguson 1260
A detailed comparison of the Mahindra 3540 and the Massey Ferguson 1260. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Mahindra 354029.8 kW (39.9 HP)
Massey Ferguson 126029.8 kW (39.9 HP)
Weight
Mahindra 35402550.0 kg (ROPS with shuttle: 4365.1 lbs (1980.0 kg) ROPS with hydro: 4817.1 lbs (2185.0 kg) Cab with shuttle: 5169.8 lbs (2345.0 kg) Cab with hydro: 5621.8 lbs)
Massey Ferguson 12601450.0 kg (3196.7 lbs)
Lift Capacity
Mahindra 35401400.0 kg (3086.5 lbs)
Massey Ferguson 12601300.0 kg (2866.0 lbs)
| Specification | Mahindra 3540 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors | Massey Ferguson 1260 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Compact Utility Tractor | Compact Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 29.8 kW (39.9 HP) | 29.8 kW (39.9 HP) |
| Weight | 2550.0 kg (ROPS with shuttle: 4365.1 lbs (1980.0 kg) ROPS with hydro: 4817.1 lbs (2185.0 kg) Cab with shuttle: 5169.8 lbs (2345.0 kg) Cab with hydro: 5621.8 lbs) | 1450.0 kg (3196.7 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 1400.0 kg (3086.5 lbs) | 1300.0 kg (2866.0 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic | Synchro shuttle with dry disc clutch |
| Length | 327.0 cm (128.7 in.) | 309.0 cm (121.7 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 41.6 LPM (11.0 GPM) | 23.8 LPM (6.3 GPM) |
| Years Made | 2015-Present | 1992-2002 |
| Engine Model | Mahindra | Iseki E3CD |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2730 cc (166.6 cu in.) | 1497 cc (91.4 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.89 cm (3.50 in.) | 8.71 cm (3.43 in.) |
| Stroke | 11.00 cm (4.33 in.) | 8.41 cm (3.31 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Independent | Independent with electro-hydraulic clutch |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Torque Power | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 123.0 N·m (90.7 lb-ft) | 118.0 N·m (87.0 lb-ft) |
| Rated RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Battery | 12 V, 96Ah | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 249.0 cm (98.0 in.) | 219.0 cm (86.2 in.) |
| Width | 187.0 cm (73.6 in.) | 142.0 cm (55.9 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54.9 l (ROPS: 11.3 gal (42.8 l) Cab: 14.5 gal) | 30.0 l (7.9 gal) |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | 16 forward and 16 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×4 MFWD 4WD |
| Brakes | Wet disc | Wet disc |
| Drawbar Category | I | I |
| Cabin Type | Two-post foldable ROPS or Cab with air-conditioning | Two-post foldable ROPS |
| Hitch Type | Position and draft control | Position and draft control |
| Steering Type | Hydrostatic power | Power assist |
| Front Tires | Ag: 9.5-16Lawn/turf: 29×12.50-15Industrial: 12×16.5 | Ag: 8.00-16 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 14.9-24Lawn/turf: 44×18-20Industrial: 16.9×24 | Ag: 13.6-24 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | Open center |
| Total Flow | 60.6 LPM (16.0 GPM) | 36.3 LPM (9.6 GPM) |
| Steering Flow | 18.9 LPM (5.0 GPM) | — |
| Valves | 1 | — |
| Middle PTO Type | — | Independent with electro-hydraulic clutch |
| Middle PTO Speed | — | 1925 RPM |
| Wheelbase | — | 172.0 cm (67.7 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | — | 33.0 cm (13.0 in.) |
| Coolant Capacity | — | 6.5 l (1.7 gal) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | — | 25.0 l (6.6 gal) |
| Max. Travel Speed | — | 26.1 km/h (Forward: 16.2 MPH) |
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