Key differences
- The Mahindra 585 DI has 1.9 HP more PTO power than the Preet 955 - the power that actually reaches a rotavator, thresher or pump.
- At ex-showroom prices the Mahindra 585 DI starts about ₹10,000 lower than the Preet 955, roughly ₹183 a month less on a 5-year loan for 90% at 8%.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Mahindra 585 DI | Preet 955 |
|---|---|---|
| HP | 50 | 50 |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹7.4-7.95 lakh | ₹7.5-8.1 lakh |
| EMI (90% loan, 8%, 5 yr) | ₹13,504/month | ₹13,687/month |
| Engine capacity (cc) | not published | 3,066 |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Rated RPM | 2,100 | 2,200 |
| PTO HP | 44.9 | 43 |
| Lifting capacity (kg) | 1,800 | 1,800 |
| Gears | 8 F + 2 R | 16 F + 4 R |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Clutch | Dual | Heavy Duty Dry Dual 280 mm cerametalic plates |
| Brakes | Oil immersed (OIB) | wet/dry type |
| Steering | Dual acting power steering / manual (optional) | Power Steering |
| Fuel tank (litres) | not published | 67 |
| Weight (kg) | not published | 2,100 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | not published | 2,150 |
| Warranty | 6 years | not published |
Specs from each maker's official spec page / 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.