Massey Ferguson 241 DI Maha Shakti vs Sonalika DI 42 Sikander — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the Massey Ferguson 241 DI Maha Shakti (₹ 6.33 Lakh – ₹ 6.84 Lakh) and Sonalika DI 42 Sikander (Price on request): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

Massey Ferguson 241 DI Maha Shakti Sonalika DI 42 Sikander
Aglist Score6.78
Price (ex-showroom)₹6,32,849—
Engine HP4242
PTO HP35.7—
Engine capacity2,5002,891
Cylinders33
Gearbox8 Forward + 2 Reverse / 10 Forward + 2 Reverse8F + 2R
Transmission typeSliding Mesh / Partial Constant MeshConstant mesh, side shift; single / dual clutch
BrakesOil Immersed BrakesOil-immersed
SteeringManual / Power Steering (optional)Mechanical / power options
Lifting capacity1,700 kg2,000 kg
Fuel tank47 litres55 litres
Weight1,875 kg—
Wheelbase1,785 mm—
Drive2WD2WD
Warranty2 years / 2000 hours—
Front tyre6.00 x 166 x 16
Rear tyre12.4 x 28 / 13.6 x 2813.6 x 28

Aglist Score — broken down

Massey Ferguson 241 DI Maha ShaktiSonalika DI 42 Sikander
Value for money5.4—
Power & performance4.87.9
Hydraulics & implements8.610
Build & durability9.77.1
Comfort & usability6.86.8
Warranty & service reach6.28

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

On our score the Sonalika DI 42 Sikander (8.0/10) edges out the Massey Ferguson 241 DI Maha Shakti (6.7/10).

Massey Ferguson 241 DI Maha Shakti: Five to fifteen acre farms wanting the lowest running cost for cultivator, thresher and trolley work.

Sonalika DI 42 Sikander: Indian buyers seeking a 42 HP-category field tractor with side-shift controls and a clearly quoted clutch package.

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