Kartar 4536 2WD vs Preet 4549 — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the Kartar 4536 2WD (Price on request) and Preet 4549 (₹ 6.44 Lakh – ₹ 7.89 Lakh): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

Kartar 4536 2WD Preet 4549
Aglist Score7.76.7
Price (ex-showroom)—₹6,44,000
Engine HP4545
PTO HP—39
Engine capacity3,1202,892
Cylinders33
Gearbox8F + 2R8 Forward + 2 Reverse
Transmission typePartial constant mesh; dual clutchSliding Mesh
BrakesOil-immersed brakesMulti Disc Dry Type Mechanical / Wet (optional)
SteeringPower steering; confirm quoted configurationPower Steering with single drop arm
Lifting capacity1,800 kg1,800 kg
Fuel tank55 litres67 litres
Weight2,380 kg2,060 kg
Wheelbase2,170 mm2,085 mm
Drive2WD2WD
Front tyre6.5 x 16; other option listed by manufacturer6.00 x 16
Rear tyre14.9 x 28; other option listed by manufacturer13.6 x 28 / 14.9 x 28

Aglist Score — broken down

Kartar 4536 2WDPreet 4549
Value for money—6.1
Power & performance8.16
Hydraulics & implements8.58.5
Build & durability9.78
Comfort & usability6.86.8
Warranty & service reach55.5

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

On our score the Kartar 4536 2WD (7.7/10) edges out the Preet 4549 (6.7/10).

Kartar 4536 2WD: Mixed cultivation and sowing buyers who prefer a conventional dual-clutch layout and can confirm the option package.

Preet 4549: Punjab and Haryana farms doing deep ploughing and trolley haulage on a tight budget, where dry-field work dominates.

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