Key differences
- The Mahindra YUVRAJ 215 NXT NT has 228 kg more lifting capacity than the Powertrac Steeltrac 18 - useful for heavy implements like a reversible plough, a loaded trailer or a potato planter.
- The Mahindra YUVRAJ 215 NXT NT has 1.6 litres more fuel capacity than the Powertrac Steeltrac 18 - fewer refuelling stops on long field days.
- At ex-showroom prices the Mahindra YUVRAJ 215 NXT NT starts about ₹13,000 lower than the Powertrac Steeltrac 18, roughly ₹237 a month less on a 5-year loan for 90% at 8%.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Mahindra YUVRAJ 215 NXT NT | Powertrac Steeltrac 18 |
|---|---|---|
| HP | 15 | 16.2 |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹3.10-3.30 lakh | ₹3.23-3.85 lakh |
| EMI (90% loan, 8%, 5 yr) | ₹5,657/month | ₹5,894/month |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Rated RPM | 2,300 | not published |
| PTO HP | not published | 12.4 |
| Lifting capacity (kg) | 778 | 550 |
| Gears | 6 F + 3 R | 8F + 2R Synchro Mesh |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Clutch | Single | Single |
| Brakes | Dry | Oil immersed |
| Steering | Mechanical | Power |
| Fuel tank (litres) | 19 | 17.4 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 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.