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ACE 20XW VS Escorts F15 Fighter Crane

ACE 20XW
  • Lift Capacity
    20 Tonnes
  • Boom Height
    22 m
  • Engine
    Simpson 74 HP
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    Weight
    15970 kg
  • Turning Radius
    6500 mm
  • Drive Type
    2 Wheel drive
₹ 20 - 22 Lakhs*
Pick & Carry Crane
Escorts F15 Fighter
  • Lift Capacity
    15 Tonnes
  • Boom Height
    18.2 m
  • Engine
    VECV 74 HP
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    Weight
    17140 kg
  • Turning Radius
    7200 mm
  • Drive Type
    4 Wheel Drive
₹ 31 - 33 Lakhs*
Pick & Carry Crane

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Key Highlights ACE 20XWEscorts F15 Fighter
ACE 20XW VS Escorts F15 Fighter Crane
ACE 20XW Hydra Crane | Mobile crane Price
ACE 20XW
₹ 20 - 22 Lakhs
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Escorts F15 Fighter
₹ 31 - 33 Lakhs
Particulars ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Overview Summary

Comparing the ACE 20XW and the Escorts F15 Fighter, the decision primarily hinges on the lifting capacity, drive type, price, and the terrain where the crane will be primarily used. Both machines offer reliable and powerful performance for construction and utility jobs.

ACE 20XW Hydra Crane

Pros:
  • Higher lifting capacity of 20 Tonnes
  • Three-part telescoping boom enhancing reach
  • Operational reliability suited for metro projects and urban builds
  • More economical price range compared to the Escorts F15 Fighter
Cons:
  • Less engine power than the Escorts F15 Fighter (74 HP vs 75 HP)
  • 2 Wheel drive as opposed to 4 Wheel drive in F15 Fighter
  • Lower maximum speed without load (28 km/h vs 42 km/h)
  • Lacks a creep speed feature for precision movement

Escorts F15 Fighter Farana Crane

Pros:
  • 4 Wheel Drive capability, making it suitable for tough terrains
  • Higher max. speed without load (42 km/h)
  • Additional stability with front and rear axle mounted on semi-elliptical springs
  • Creep speed available (1.3 km/h) for precise positioning
Cons:
  • Lower max. lifting capacity (15 Tonnes vs 20 Tonnes)
  • Higher price range (₹31 - 33 Lakhs vs ₹20 - 22 Lakhs)
  • Longer turning radius could impact maneuverability in tight spaces
  • Slightly lower max. boom height (21.0 m vs 22 m)

Pros:
Cons:

Closing Recommendation

If your main criteria are higher lifting capacity and a more economical price, the ACE 20XW could be the machine of choice. However, for challenging outdoor environments requiring 4WD and higher speed maneuverability, the Escorts F15 Fighter is the recommended choice.

Price, Technical Specifications & Features

Brand ACE Escorts Kubota
Type Pick & Carry Crane Pick & Carry Crane
Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 20 - 22 Lakhs ₹ 31 - 33 Lakhs
Lift Capacity 20 Tonnes 15 Tonnes
Boom Height 22 m 18.2 m
Engine Simpson 74 HP VECV 74 HP
Weight 15970 kg 17140 kg
Turning Radius 6500 mm 7200 mm
Drive Type 2 Wheel drive 4 Wheel Drive
Quick Overview:

For metro projects and urban builds, the ACE 20XW Hydra crane brings 20-ton pick-and-carry lifting power and operational reliability.

F15 Fighter Hydra crane from Escorts handles tough terrains and utility jobs, lifting 15-ton weights in challenging outdoor environments.
Overview Summary

Comparing the ACE 20XW and the Escorts F15 Fighter, the decision primarily hinges on the lifting capacity, drive type, price, and the terrain where the crane will be primarily used. Both machines offer reliable and powerful performance for construction and utility jobs.

ACE 20XW Hydra Crane

Pros:
  • Higher lifting capacity of 20 Tonnes
  • Three-part telescoping boom enhancing reach
  • Operational reliability suited for metro projects and urban builds
  • More economical price range compared to the Escorts F15 Fighter
Cons:
  • Less engine power than the Escorts F15 Fighter (74 HP vs 75 HP)
  • 2 Wheel drive as opposed to 4 Wheel drive in F15 Fighter
  • Lower maximum speed without load (28 km/h vs 42 km/h)
  • Lacks a creep speed feature for precision movement

Escorts F15 Fighter Farana Crane

Pros:
  • 4 Wheel Drive capability, making it suitable for tough terrains
  • Higher max. speed without load (42 km/h)
  • Additional stability with front and rear axle mounted on semi-elliptical springs
  • Creep speed available (1.3 km/h) for precise positioning
Cons:
  • Lower max. lifting capacity (15 Tonnes vs 20 Tonnes)
  • Higher price range (₹31 - 33 Lakhs vs ₹20 - 22 Lakhs)
  • Longer turning radius could impact maneuverability in tight spaces
  • Slightly lower max. boom height (21.0 m vs 22 m)

Pros:
Cons:

Closing Recommendation

If your main criteria are higher lifting capacity and a more economical price, the ACE 20XW could be the machine of choice. However, for challenging outdoor environments requiring 4WD and higher speed maneuverability, the Escorts F15 Fighter is the recommended choice.

Price, Technical Specifications & Features

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Brand
ACE Escorts Kubota
Type
Pick & Carry Crane Pick & Carry Crane
Ex-Showroom Price
₹ 20 - 22 Lakhs ₹ 31 - 33 Lakhs
Lift Capacity
20 Tonnes 15 Tonnes
Boom Height
22 m 18.2 m
Engine
Simpson 74 HP VECV 74 HP
Weight
15970 kg 17140 kg
Turning Radius
6500 mm 7200 mm
Drive Type
2 Wheel drive 4 Wheel Drive
Quick Overview:

For metro projects and urban builds, the ACE 20XW Hydra crane brings 20-ton pick-and-carry lifting power and operational reliability.

F15 Fighter Hydra crane from Escorts handles tough terrains and utility jobs, lifting 15-ton weights in challenging outdoor environments.

Key Highlights

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Engine Make Simpson SIV436-F23 (CEV BSIV) Volvo Eicher
Articulation 55° 36.3º
Max. Speed 28 km/h 42 km/h
Fuel Tank 76 L NA
Hydraulic Tank 125 L NA
Overall Length NA 10075 mm
Overall Width 2500 mm 2450 mm
Wheelbase 5300 mm 3950 mm
Boom Luffing Range -3° to +66° -10° to +65°
Warranty 1 Year 1 Year

Key Highlights

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Engine Make
Simpson SIV436-F23 (CEV BSIV) Volvo Eicher
Articulation
55° 36.3º
Max. Speed
28 km/h 42 km/h
Fuel Tank
76 L NA
Hydraulic Tank
125 L NA
Overall Length
NA 10075 mm
Overall Width
2500 mm 2450 mm
Wheelbase
5300 mm 3950 mm
Boom Luffing Range
-3° to +66° -10° to +65°
Warranty
1 Year 1 Year

Specifications

Engine

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Engine Make Simpson SIV436-F23 (CEV BSIV) Volvo Eicher
Engine Type 4 cylinder water cooled diesel engine. CEV-V, Diesel Engine, High Pressure Common Rail System (HPCR) Technology,Turbocharged, Water Cooled, ECU Control Engine Management System
Max Power 74 HP (54 kW) @ 2200 rpm 74 HP (55 kW) @ 2200 RPM
Battery 12V; Negative earth; 100Ah 12 V Negative Earth; 120Ah x 2 Battery for long life
Alternator 35A NA

Lifting Capacity

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Max. Lifting Capacity 20 Tonnes 15 Tonnes

Transmission & Clutch

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Drive 2 Wheel drive 4 Wheel Drive
Type Heavy duty; sliding mesh with 6 forward and 2 reverse speed with high low range selector Synchromesh transmission with 10 forward and 2 reverse speeds with Auxiliary Gear Box and Hi-low & 2WD/4WD mode selector

Steering System

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Steering Type Lever operated Full power orbitrol with twin hydraulic double acting rams
Articulation 55° 36.3º
Turning Radius 6500 mm 7200 mm

Hoist Mechanism

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Hoist 6 falls; Hydraulic winch; Rope dia 13 mm fitted with hook block. Hydraulically operated with 4 falls Built in Safety brakes
Hoist Speed 50 Mtrs./Min (Line Speed) NA

Brakes

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Front Wheels Air-operated S Cam dual brakes on front wheels are actuated through a single pedal. Fully air operated 'S' cam dual curcuit brakes on front wheels
Rear Wheels Air operated disc brakes on rear wheels are actuated through a single pedal. Fully air operated 'S' cam dual curcuit brakes on rear wheels
Parking Brake Parking brake in pneumatically operated fail-safe type Air operated, spring actuated, fail safe brakes on front & rear wheels

Service Capacity

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Engine Oil 9.5 L NA
Fuel Tank 76 L NA
Hydraulic Tank 125 L NA
Transmission Oil 48 L NA

Overall Dimensions & Weight

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Overall Length With Bucket NA 10075 mm
Overall Width 2500 mm 2450 mm
Overall Height NA 3215 mm
Wheel Base 5300 mm 3950 mm
Operating Weight 15970 kg 17140 kg
Front Track NA 1810 mm
Rear Track NA 1810 mm
Front Tyres 12.00 x 20- 18 PR (4 Nos.) 11 x 20-16 PR (4 Nos.)
Rear Tyres 14.00 x 25 - 20 PR (2 Nos.) 11 x 20-16 PR (4 Nos.)

Boom

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Telescoping Three-part boom with hydraulically operated extension with 18 seconds telescoping time. 4 parts boom; 3 parts hydraulically powered & fully synchronized; 4th part power extended & manually pinned for safety
Derricking Through two double-acting extension cylinders NA
Boom Luffing Time 20 Seconds NA
Boom Luffing Range -3° to +66° -10° to +65°
Boom Height 22 m 18.2 m

Specifications

Engine

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Engine Make
Simpson SIV436-F23 (CEV BSIV) Volvo Eicher
Engine Type
4 cylinder water cooled diesel engine. CEV-V, Diesel Engine, High Pressure Common Rail System (HPCR) Technology,Turbocharged, Water Cooled, ECU Control Engine Management System
Max Power
74 HP (54 kW) @ 2200 rpm 74 HP (55 kW) @ 2200 RPM
Battery
12V; Negative earth; 100Ah 12 V Negative Earth; 120Ah x 2 Battery for long life
Alternator
35A NA

Lifting Capacity

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Max. Lifting Capacity
20 Tonnes 15 Tonnes

Transmission Clutch

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Drive
2 Wheel drive 4 Wheel Drive
Type
Heavy duty; sliding mesh with 6 forward and 2 reverse speed with high low range selector Synchromesh transmission with 10 forward and 2 reverse speeds with Auxiliary Gear Box and Hi-low & 2WD/4WD mode selector

Steering

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Steering Type
Lever operated Full power orbitrol with twin hydraulic double acting rams
Articulation
55° 36.3º
Turning Radius
6500 mm 7200 mm

Hoist Mechanism

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Hoist
6 falls; Hydraulic winch; Rope dia 13 mm fitted with hook block. Hydraulically operated with 4 falls Built in Safety brakes
Hoist Speed
50 Mtrs./Min (Line Speed) NA

Brakes

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Front Wheels
Air-operated S Cam dual brakes on front wheels are actuated through a single pedal. Fully air operated 'S' cam dual curcuit brakes on front wheels
Rear Wheels
Air operated disc brakes on rear wheels are actuated through a single pedal. Fully air operated 'S' cam dual curcuit brakes on rear wheels
Parking Brake
Parking brake in pneumatically operated fail-safe type Air operated, spring actuated, fail safe brakes on front & rear wheels

Service Capacity

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Engine Oil
9.5 L NA
Fuel Tank
76 L NA
Hydraulic Tank
125 L NA
Transmission Oil
48 L NA

Overall Dimension And Weight

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Overall Length With Bucket
NA 10075 mm
Overall Width
2500 mm 2450 mm
Overall Height
NA 3215 mm
Wheel Base
5300 mm 3950 mm
Operating Weight
15970 kg 17140 kg
Front Track
NA 1810 mm
Rear Track
NA 1810 mm
Front Tyres
12.00 x 20- 18 PR (4 Nos.) 11 x 20-16 PR (4 Nos.)
Rear Tyres
14.00 x 25 - 20 PR (2 Nos.) 11 x 20-16 PR (4 Nos.)

Boom

ACE 20XW Escorts F15 Fighter
Telescoping
Three-part boom with hydraulically operated extension with 18 seconds telescoping time. 4 parts boom; 3 parts hydraulically powered & fully synchronized; 4th part power extended & manually pinned for safety
Derricking
Through two double-acting extension cylinders NA
Boom Luffing Time
20 Seconds NA
Boom Luffing Range
-3° to +66° -10° to +65°
Boom Height
22 m 18.2 m

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