The Mahindra 2538 specifications include engine power rated at 37.4 hp (27.9 kW), a hydrostatic, 3-range transmission, and a listed weight of 3,130 to 3,351 lbs.
Mahindra 2538 key specifications
| Engine power | 37.4 hp (27.9 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO power | 31 hp (23.1 kW) |
| Displacement | 166.7 cu in (2.7 L) |
| Transmission | hydrostatic, 3-range |
| Fuel capacity | 9 gal (34.1 L) |
| Weight | 3,130 to 3,351 lbs |
| Rear PTO speed | 540 rpm, 1.375-inch shaft |
Mahindra 2538 industry comparison
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Engine power37.4 hp
Low 10 hpAverage 48.1 hpHigh 180 hp
PTO power31 hp
Low 10.8 hpAverage 48.8 hpHigh 139 hp
Displacement2.7 L
Low 0.4 LAverage 2.6 LHigh 7.3 L
Fuel capacity9 gal
Low 2.4 galAverage 19.9 galHigh 79.3 gal
Maximum listed weight3,351 lbs
Low 1,090 lbsAverage 5,021.9 lbsHigh 12,875 lbs
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Power and performance
| Original price | $20,790 in 2016 (ROPS) |
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Engine specifications
| Bore/Stroke | 3.50 × 4.33 inches (89 × 110 mm) |
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| Rated RPM | 2,400 |
| Compression | 18.7:1 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Emissions | Tier IV |
Transmission options
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (3-range) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | wet disc |
| Transmission type | hydrostatic |
PTO and hitch
| Rear hitch category | Category I |
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| Hitch control | position control |
| Rear lift | 2,646 lbs (1,200 kg) |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| PTO engine speed | 540 PTO rpm at 2,400 engine rpm |
Hydraulics
| Hydraulic type | open center |
|---|---|
| Rear valves | 1 or 2 |
| Pump flow | 7.6 gpm (28.8 L/min) |
| Steering flow | 4.1 gpm (15.5 L/min) |
Electrical specifications
| Charging system | alternator |
|---|---|
| ROPS charging amps | 45 |
| Cab charging amps | 90 |
| Charging volts | 12 |
| Battery CCA | 800 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Battery AH | 80 |
Dimensions and weight
| Width | 59.8 inches (151 cm) |
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| ROPS Length | 119.3 inches (303 cm) |
| Cab Length | 121.2 inches (307 cm) |
| ROPS height | 94.4 inches (239 cm) |
| Cab height | 92.5 inches (234 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 3,130 lbs (1,419 kg) |
| Cab Weight | 3,351 lbs (1,520 kg) |
Tires and tread
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-16. Rear: 11.2-24 |
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| Industrial front tire | 10-16.5 |
| Industrial rear tire | 43-16-20 |
Attachments
| Backhoe type | Mahindra 2,538B Backhoe |
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| Attachment weight | 1,271 lbs (576 kg) or 985 lbs (446 kg) |
| Transport height | 119 inches (302 cm) |
| Digging depth | 94 inches (238 cm) |
| Reach from pivot | 127 inches (322 cm) |
| Loading height | 63 inches (160 cm) |
| Bucket Rotation | 175° |
| Swing Arc | 180° |
| Bucket force | 3,190 lbs (1,446 kg) |
| Dipperstick force | 1,980 lbs (898 kg) |
| Raise time | 3.5 seconds |
| dump | 2.6s |
| Lowering time | 2 seconds |
| Rollback time | 1.5 seconds |
| Bucket width | 66 inches (167 cm) |
Note: Industry comparison values are calculated from models in this specifications database. Specifications can vary by year, market, configuration, tires and optional equipment. For official specifications, check the official Mahindra website or the tractor’s operator manual.







