ACE Phantom 4WD VS Mahindra Earthmaster SXE Backhoe Loader

ACE Phantom 4WD vs Mahindra Earthmaster SXE: the two differ on 91 of 99 listed specs. The main differences are Engine (Kirloskar 96 HP vs Mahindra 55 HP), Price (Price Available Soon vs ₹ 27.5 lakh onwards*), Max Torque (377 Nm @ 1400 rpm vs 217 Nm @ 1400 - 1500 RPM), Weight (8040 Kg vs 7509 kg). The other 8 specs are the same.

Specs from OEM brochures · comparison updated Aug 2026

Price Available Soon^*

ACE Phantom 4WD

Engine

Kirloskar 96 HP
Bucket

0.24 m³
Shovel

1.1 m³
Dig. Depth

4250 mm
Dump Height

2760 mm
Weight

8040 Kg

4WD

₹ 27.5 lakh onwards*^*

Mahindra Earthmaster SXE

Engine

Mahindra 55 HP
Bucket

0.27 m³
Shovel

1.1 m³
Dig. Depth

4213 mm
Dump Height

2712 mm
Weight

7509 kg

2WD

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What's different: ACE Phantom 4WD vs Mahindra Earthmaster SXE

91 specs differ, 8 are identical. The full tables are below.

Spec	ACE Phantom 4WD	Mahindra Earthmaster SXE
Engine	Kirloskar 96 HP	Mahindra 55 HP
Price	Price Available Soon	₹ 27.5 lakh onwards*
Max Torque	377 Nm @ 1400 rpm	217 Nm @ 1400 - 1500 RPM
Weight	8040 Kg	7509 kg
Max Speed	40 km/hr	30.5 km/hr
Bucket	0.24 m³	0.27 m³
Max Digging Depth	4250 mm	4213 mm
Fuel Tank	150 L	140 L

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ACE Phantom 4WD price & full specs →Mahindra Earthmaster SXE price & full specs →

* Ex-factory price ranges are indicative for Sep 2026 and change with variant, city and offers; confirm with the dealer. On-road cost adds transport, RTO, insurance and accessories. Disclaimer

The comparisons provided are based on the technical specifications published by the respective OEMs on their official websites and brochures. Please confirm these details directly with the OEMs before making any final decision.

ACE Phantom 4WD VS Mahindra Earthmaster SXE Backhoe Loader

Specs from OEM brochures · comparison updated Aug 2026

ACE Phantom 4WD

Price Available Soon

Mahindra Earthmaster SXE

₹ 27.5 lakh onwards*

Particulars	ACE Phantom 4WD	Mahindra Earthmaster SXE

ACE Phantom 4WD vs Mahindra Earthmaster SXE: traction and power against running cost

The ACE Phantom 4WD is the more powerful machine and the only one of the two with four-wheel drive, built for sites with loose soil, mud or slopes. The Mahindra Earthmaster SXE runs on two-wheel drive with a smaller engine, built to keep fuel and running cost down on firmer, flatter ground.

For a fleet owner renting out backhoe loaders, the ACE Phantom 4WD's 4WD system opens up sites that a 2WD machine cannot reach without extra effort, such as wet excavation sites or hilly approach roads, so it commands better rental demand on tougher terrain. An owner-operator working mostly on flat urban plots or firm ground gets more value from the Mahindra Earthmaster SXE, since its smaller engine burns less diesel per hour and the machine is easier for one person to run and maintain without hired help. Both machines sit inside the backhoe loader range, and you can browse the ACE backhoe loader lineup, the Mahindra backhoe loader lineup, or the backhoe loader buying guide before you buy.

ACE Phantom 4WD Backhoe Loader

Pros:

Higher engine power at 96 HP provides strong operational capabilities
Four-wheel drive system enhances traction and stability on challenging terrains
Hydrostatic steering offers reliability and better control
High loader lift capacity with a maximum payload of 1900 kg
More robust service braking system with hydraulically actuated wet disc brakes

Cons:

Higher machine weight at 8040 kg may impact fuel efficiency
No information on fuel efficiency, which is critical for operational costs
Lacks specifications on excavator maximum lift capacity

Mahindra Earthmaster SXE

Pros:

Cost-effective with a starting price of ₹27.5 lakh and fuel-efficient engine
Fuel consumption of approximately 4-4.5 litres per hour enhances operational cost-efficiency
Strong bucket and arm digging force at 5672 kgf and 2997 kgf respectively
Large fuel tank capacity at 140 L supports extended work periods

Cons:

Lower engine power at 55 HP may limit heavy-duty capabilities
Limited to a 2WD configuration, which may affect performance on rough terrains
Maximum speed is lower at 30.5 km/hr compared to that of the ACE Phantom 4WD

Closing Recommendation

Choose the ACE Phantom 4WD for work on tough terrain where four-wheel drive and higher power make the difference between finishing a job and getting stuck. Choose the Mahindra Earthmaster SXE for work on milder, firmer ground where keeping fuel and running cost low matters more than extra power. So match the machine to your work: ACE Phantom 4WD for tough terrain and heavy-duty jobs, Mahindra Earthmaster SXE for economical work on easier ground.