Key differences
- The Swaraj 855 FE Protek has 700 kg more lifting capacity than the Mahindra 585 DI XP Plus - useful for heavy implements like a reversible plough, a loaded trailer or a potato planter.
- At ex-showroom prices the Mahindra 585 DI XP Plus starts about ₹2,44,000 lower than the Swaraj 855 FE Protek, roughly ₹4,453 a month less on a 5-year loan for 90% at 8%.
- Drive: the Mahindra 585 DI XP Plus is 2WD, the Swaraj 855 FE Protek is 2WD / 4WD. 4WD helps in wet paddy fields and on slopes; 2WD is cheaper to buy and maintain.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Mahindra 585 DI XP Plus | Swaraj 855 FE Protek |
|---|---|---|
| HP | 49.9 | 50 |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹7.04-7.34 lakh | ₹9.48-10.48 lakh |
| EMI (90% loan, 8%, 5 yr) | ₹12,847/month | ₹17,300/month |
| Engine capacity (cc) | not published | 3,478 |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Rated RPM | 2,100 | 2,000 |
| PTO HP | 44.9 | not published |
| Lifting capacity (kg) | 1,800 | 2,500 |
| Gears | 8 F + 2 R | 12 F + 3 R |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD / 4WD |
| Clutch | Dual | Cerametallic safety (IPTO) or SC |
| Brakes | Oil immersed | Oil immersed |
| Steering | Dual acting power / manual (optional) | Balanced power steering / differential power steering (optional) |
| Fuel tank (litres) | not published | 70 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | not published | 2,160 |
| Warranty | 6 years (2 years standard + 4 years on engine and transmission wear items) | not published |
Specs from each maker's official spec page / official 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.