Key differences
- The Sonalika DI 740 III has 500 kg more lifting capacity than the Mahindra 415 DI - useful for heavy implements like a reversible plough, a loaded trailer or a potato planter.
- At ex-showroom prices the Sonalika DI 740 III starts about ₹2,000 lower than the Mahindra 415 DI, roughly ₹36 a month less on a 5-year loan for 90% at 8%.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Mahindra 415 DI | Sonalika DI 740 III |
|---|---|---|
| HP | 42 | 42 |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹6.2-6.7 lakh | ₹6.18-6.55 lakh |
| EMI (90% loan, 8%, 5 yr) | ₹11,314/month | ₹11,278/month |
| Engine capacity (cc) | not published | 2,891 |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Rated RPM | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| PTO HP | 37.4 | not published |
| Lifting capacity (kg) | 1,500 | 2,000 |
| Gears | 8 F + 2 R | 8 F + 2 R |
| Drive | not published | 2WD |
| Clutch | Single / Dual | Single / Dual |
| Brakes | Oil immersed (OIB) | Oil immersed |
| Steering | Dual acting power steering / manual (optional) | Mechanical / Power |
| Fuel tank (litres) | not published | 55 |
| Warranty | 6 years | not published |
Specs from each maker's official spec page / official spec page (closest listed variant). 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.