Key differences
- The Mahindra 245 DI Orchard has 669 cc more engine capacity than the Kubota NeoStar B2441 4WD.
- The Mahindra 245 DI Orchard has 2 litres more fuel capacity than the Kubota NeoStar B2441 4WD - fewer refuelling stops on long field days.
- The Mahindra 245 DI Orchard has 810 kg more weight than the Kubota NeoStar B2441 4WD - more traction for heavy draft work, but more soil compaction.
- At ex-showroom prices the Mahindra 245 DI Orchard starts about ₹61,000 lower than the Kubota NeoStar B2441 4WD, roughly ₹1,114 a month less on a 5-year loan for 90% at 8%.
- Warranty: 5000 hours or 5 years on the Kubota NeoStar B2441 4WD vs 2000 Hours Or 2 Year on the Mahindra 245 DI Orchard.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Kubota NeoStar B2441 4WD | Mahindra 245 DI Orchard |
|---|---|---|
| HP | 24 | 24 |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹5.01-5.03 lakh | ₹4.4-4.9 lakh |
| EMI (90% loan, 8%, 5 yr) | ₹9,143/month | ₹8,029/month |
| Engine capacity (cc) | 1,123 | 1,792 |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Rated RPM | 2,600 | 1,800 |
| PTO HP | 17.4 | not published |
| Lifting capacity (kg) | 750 | 750 |
| Gears | 9 F + 3 R | 6 F + 2 R |
| Drive | 4WD | not published |
| Clutch | Dry single plate | Single Clutch with Mechanical actuation |
| Brakes | Oil immersed | Oil Immersed Brakes |
| Steering | Power | Hydrostatic Power Steering |
| Fuel tank (litres) | 23 | 25 |
| Weight (kg) | 630 | 1,440 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,560 | 1,550 |
| Warranty | 5000 hours or 5 years | 2000 Hours Or 2 Year |
Specs from each maker's spec page / spec page. Prices are indicative ex-showroom; on-road price adds registration, insurance and dealer charges and varies by state.
Which one should you buy?
Match the tractor to your heaviest regular job. If you run a reversible plough, a loaded trolley or a potato planter, lifting capacity matters most. If most of your work is rotavator, thresher or pump, compare PTO HP. Then get on-road quotes for both from dealers near you, and check how far the nearest authorised service centre is - for a 10-year machine, service distance matters as much as a few HP.