ACE FX 300 VS Escorts TRX 15 Crane

₹ 54 - 58 Lakh^*

ACE FX 300

Lift Capacity

30 Tonnes
Boom Height

11.1 m
Engine

Ashok Leyland 130 HP
Weight

20300 kg
Turning Radius

8200 mm
Drive Type

2 Wheel drive

Pick & Carry Crane

₹ 31 - 33 Lakh^*

Escorts TRX 15

Lift Capacity

15 Tonnes
Boom Height

21.0 m
Engine

Tata 75 HP
Weight

16645 kg
Turning Radius

7200 mm
Drive Type

4 Wheel Drive

Pick & Carry Crane

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ACE FX 300 VS Escorts TRX 15 Crane

ACE FX 300

₹ 54 - 58 Lakh

Escorts TRX 15

₹ 31 - 33 Lakh

Particulars	ACE FX 300	Escorts TRX 15

ACE FX 300 vs Escorts TRX 15: Which Crane to Buy?

These two cranes are not really rivals — they lift very different loads. The ACE FX 300 is built for 30-tonne jobs like heavy boilers and large structures, while the Escorts TRX 15 handles 15-tonne loads for road work and normal site movement. Do not pick by brand alone — pick by how heavy your usual load is. One useful twist: the smaller TRX 15 has four-wheel drive, so it moves better on rough or muddy ground, while the bigger ACE FX 300 runs on two-wheel drive.

If your daily lifts are genuinely heavy, the ACE FX 300 is the machine for that scale of work; buying it for lighter loads only adds running cost you do not need. If your loads are moderate and your site has rough ground, the Escorts TRX 15's four-wheel drive and lighter build can be the better fit. Compare the full ACE crane range and Escorts crane range, or read our crane buying guide.

Escorts TRX 15

Pros:

15-ton lifting capacity suitable for road works and industrial movement
Four-wheel drive for better maneuverability on rough terrains
Powerful Tata 497 TC Turbocharged diesel engine
Synchromesh transmission gearbox with 10 forward and 2 reverse speeds for versatile operation
Articulation angle of 40 degrees allows for better load positioning
High max. speed without load at 41 km/h for quicker repositioning

Cons:

Lower engine power compared to ACE FX 300 (75 HP vs 130 HP)
Smaller wheelbase might affect stability compared to larger models
Operating weight is less than the ACE FX 300, which might limit heavy-duty applications

ACE FX 300

Pros:

30-ton lifting capacity, ideal for handling heavy boilers and large structures
Higher engine power with 130 HP for robust lifting performance
Larger wheelbase at 5100 mm, potentially offering more stability
Heavy-duty transmission with 12 forward and 2 reverse speeds
Larger tires on the rear for better support and load distribution

Cons:

Two-wheel drive which may not perform as well as 4WD on uneven surfaces
Maximum speed without load is less than TRX 15 (35 km/h vs 41 km/h)
Higher operating weight could make it less fuel-efficient and harder to transport

Closing Recommendation

Think about the size of load you lift most days, not just the brand. The ACE FX 300 is the right machine when your work regularly needs heavy lifts, like boilers or big structural pieces. The Escorts TRX 15 suits moderate loads where you also want four-wheel drive and quick, easy movement around the site. So match the machine to your work: ACE FX 300 for heavy, large lifts, Escorts TRX 15 for moderate loads and rough-ground movement.