ACE F270 VS Escorts HYDRA 15 Crane

₹ 56 - 58 Lakh^*

ACE F270

Lift Capacity

27 Tonnes
Boom Height

19.3 m
Engine

Ashok Leyland 130 HP
Weight

22000 kg
Turning Radius

8250 mm
Drive Type

4 Wheel Drive

Pick & Carry Crane

₹21.0 Lakh Onwards*^*

Escorts HYDRA 15

Lift Capacity

15 Tonnes
Boom Height

19.15 m
Engine

E-Kubota 50 HP
Weight

12050 kg
Turning Radius

7000 mm
Drive Type

2 Wheel drive

Pick & Carry Crane

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ACE F270 VS Escorts HYDRA 15 Crane

ACE F270

₹ 56 - 58 Lakh

Escorts HYDRA 15

₹21.0 Lakh Onwards*

Particulars	ACE F270	Escorts HYDRA 15

Escorts HYDRA 15 vs ACE F270: Which Crane to Buy?

These two cranes suit different kinds of work, and the size difference is only part of the story. The Escorts HYDRA 15 turns tighter with its sharper articulated steering, so it suits factory floors, godowns and congested yards where space is short. The ACE F270 runs on 4-wheel drive with more engine power, so it handles rough, muddy or uneven ground on bigger civil sites better.

Both are wheeled cranes, so an on-road price applies to each, covering the ex-showroom cost plus registration, road tax and insurance; ask your dealer for the full on-road figure before you budget. Financing is available through dealers for both brands. Escorts and ACE are both long-running Indian crane makers, so machines from either brand are easy to sell later once your project is done. See the full Escorts crane range, the ACE crane range, the wider crane range, or our crane guide.

Escorts HYDRA 15

Pros:

Supports a maximum lifting capacity of 15 Tonnes which is suitable for large equipment placement and factory installations.
Equipped with a 4-cylinder water-cooled diesel engine providing 49.5 HP for consistent performance.
Features heavy-duty transmission with 8 forward and 2 reverse speeds tailored for crane applications.
Articulated power steering with up to 50° articulation ensures good maneuverability.
4-part telescoping boom, with 3 parts hydraulically powered and synchronized for efficient lifting operations.

Cons:

Lower maximum power compared to ACE F270 (49.5 HP vs. 130 HP).
Only 2-wheel drive, which may limit off-road performance compared to 4-wheel drive models.
Lower max. speed without load compared to ACE F270 (29 km/h vs. 39 km/h).

ACE F270

Pros:

Higher maximum lifting capacity of 27 Tonnes, useful for tasks like bridge building and heavy civil work.
More powerful engine with 130 HP, aiding in tougher lifting situations and better driving performance.
Features full power steering, a 4-wheel drive system, and 12 forward speeds for versatility in rugged environments.
Increased maximum speed without load of 39 km/h for increased operational efficiency.
A larger wheelbase and overall heavier operating weight for potentially better stability.

Cons:

More expensive than Escorts HYDRA 15 (₹35 - 38 Lakhs vs. ₹23 - 25 Lakhs).
Less articulated steering capability (40° vs. 50°), which might affect maneuverability slightly.
Significantly heavier machine, which may affect transportability and on-site movement (22,000 Kg vs. 11,700 Kg).

Closing Recommendation

Both cranes lift well, so pick based on your site and your load size. Choose the Escorts HYDRA 15 when your lifts stay within its capacity and you work mostly in tight factory floors, godowns and yards. Choose the ACE F270 when you need to lift heavier loads on bigger civil sites with rough or uneven ground. So match the machine to your work: Escorts HYDRA 15 for tight-site lifting, ACE F270 for heavier loads and rough terrain.