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Escorts F15 Fighter VS ACE 15XWE 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
ACE 15XWE
  • Lift Capacity
    15 Tonnes
  • Boom Height
    17.7 m
  • Engine
    Simpson 48 BHP
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    Weight
    11600 kg
  • Turning Radius
    6500 mm
  • Drive Type
    2 Wheel drive
₹ 21 - 23 Lakhs*
Pick & Carry Crane

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Key Highlights Escorts F15 FighterACE 15XWE
Escorts F15 Fighter VS ACE 15XWE Crane
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Escorts F15 Fighter
₹ 31 - 33 Lakhs
ACE 15XWE hydraulic Crane | Boom Crane
ACE 15XWE
₹ 21 - 23 Lakhs
Particulars Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Overview Summary

Comparing the ACE 15XWE and Escorts F15 Fighter, both cranes boast a 15-ton lifting capacity and come with 1-year warranty, but they are tailored for different operational needs and budgets. The ACE 15XWE is less expensive and more maneuverable, while the Escorts F15 Fighter offers superior engine power and off-road capability.

ACE 15XWE

Pros:
  • Less expensive with a price range of ₹ 21 - 23 Lakhs.
  • Engine optimized for fuel efficiency with 48 BHP power.
  • Smaller minimum turning radius for better maneuverability in tight spaces.
Cons:
  • 2 Wheel drive may limit off-road capability.
  • Lower maximum speed without load (28 km/h).
  • Engine has less horsepower compared to its competitor.

Escorts F15 Fighter

Pros:
  • More powerful engine with 75 HP, suitable for tougher conditions.
  • 4 Wheel Drive provides better traction on rough terrains.
  • Higher maximum speed without load (42 km/h) enhancing productivity.
Cons:
  • More expensive with a price range of ₹ 31 - 33 Lakhs.
  • Larger minimum turning radius could affect maneuverability.
  • Overall heavier, which might affect fuel economy and transportability.

Pros:
Cons:

Closing Recommendation

If budget constraints are a priority and the work environment does not require intensive mobility, the ACE 15XWE may be the more economical choice. On the other hand, if your operations demand a more robust, high-powered crane with better terrain adaptability, the Escorts F15 Fighter, despite its higher price tag, could be a better investment.

Price, Technical Specifications & Features

Brand Escorts Kubota ACE
Type Pick & Carry Crane Pick & Carry Crane
Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 31 - 33 Lakhs ₹ 21 - 23 Lakhs
Lift Capacity 15 Tonnes 15 Tonnes
Boom Height 18.2 m 17.7 m
Engine VECV 74 HP Simpson 48 BHP
Weight 17140 kg 11600 kg
Turning Radius 7200 mm 6500 mm
Drive Type 4 Wheel Drive 2 Wheel drive
Quick Overview:

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

Featuring improved control, the ACE 15XWE Hydra crane streamlines factory lifting and metro operations with its 15-ton handling capacity.
Overview Summary

Comparing the ACE 15XWE and Escorts F15 Fighter, both cranes boast a 15-ton lifting capacity and come with 1-year warranty, but they are tailored for different operational needs and budgets. The ACE 15XWE is less expensive and more maneuverable, while the Escorts F15 Fighter offers superior engine power and off-road capability.

ACE 15XWE

Pros:
  • Less expensive with a price range of ₹ 21 - 23 Lakhs.
  • Engine optimized for fuel efficiency with 48 BHP power.
  • Smaller minimum turning radius for better maneuverability in tight spaces.
Cons:
  • 2 Wheel drive may limit off-road capability.
  • Lower maximum speed without load (28 km/h).
  • Engine has less horsepower compared to its competitor.

Escorts F15 Fighter

Pros:
  • More powerful engine with 75 HP, suitable for tougher conditions.
  • 4 Wheel Drive provides better traction on rough terrains.
  • Higher maximum speed without load (42 km/h) enhancing productivity.
Cons:
  • More expensive with a price range of ₹ 31 - 33 Lakhs.
  • Larger minimum turning radius could affect maneuverability.
  • Overall heavier, which might affect fuel economy and transportability.

Pros:
Cons:

Closing Recommendation

If budget constraints are a priority and the work environment does not require intensive mobility, the ACE 15XWE may be the more economical choice. On the other hand, if your operations demand a more robust, high-powered crane with better terrain adaptability, the Escorts F15 Fighter, despite its higher price tag, could be a better investment.

Price, Technical Specifications & Features

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Brand
Escorts Kubota ACE
Type
Pick & Carry Crane Pick & Carry Crane
Ex-Showroom Price
₹ 31 - 33 Lakhs ₹ 21 - 23 Lakhs
Lift Capacity
15 Tonnes 15 Tonnes
Boom Height
18.2 m 17.7 m
Engine
VECV 74 HP Simpson 48 BHP
Weight
17140 kg 11600 kg
Turning Radius
7200 mm 6500 mm
Drive Type
4 Wheel Drive 2 Wheel drive
Quick Overview:

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

Featuring improved control, the ACE 15XWE Hydra crane streamlines factory lifting and metro operations with its 15-ton handling capacity.

Key Highlights

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Engine Make Volvo Eicher Simpson's S433(I) F1 (CEV BSIII)
Articulation 36.3º 55°
Max. Speed 42 km/h 28 km/h
Fuel Tank NA 45 L
Hydraulic Tank NA 125 L
Overall Length 10075 mm NA
Overall Width 2450 mm 2400 mm
Wheelbase 3950 mm 4800 mm
Boom Luffing Range -10° to +65° -2° to +53°
Warranty 1 Year 1 Year

Key Highlights

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Engine Make
Volvo Eicher Simpson's S433(I) F1 (CEV BSIII)
Articulation
36.3º 55°
Max. Speed
42 km/h 28 km/h
Fuel Tank
NA 45 L
Hydraulic Tank
NA 125 L
Overall Length
10075 mm NA
Overall Width
2450 mm 2400 mm
Wheelbase
3950 mm 4800 mm
Boom Luffing Range
-10° to +65° -2° to +53°
Warranty
1 Year 1 Year

Specifications

Engine

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Engine Make Volvo Eicher Simpson's S433(I) F1 (CEV BSIII)
Engine Type CEV-V, Diesel Engine, High Pressure Common Rail System (HPCR) Technology,Turbocharged, Water Cooled, ECU Control Engine Management System 4 cylinders; water cooled diesel engine
Max Power 74 HP (55 kW) @ 2200 RPM 48 BHP (36 kW) @ 2200 rpm
Battery 12 V Negative Earth; 120Ah x 2 Battery for long life 12V; Negative earth; 88Ah
Alternator NA 35A

Lifting Capacity

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Max. Lifting Capacity 15 Tonnes 15 Tonnes

Transmission & Clutch

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Drive 4 Wheel Drive 2 Wheel drive
Type Synchromesh transmission with 10 forward and 2 reverse speeds with Auxiliary Gear Box and Hi-low & 2WD/4WD mode selector Heavy duty; sliding mesh with 6 forward and 2 reverse speed with high low range selector

Steering System

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Steering Type Full power orbitrol with twin hydraulic double acting rams Lever operated
Articulation 36.3º 55°
Turning Radius 7200 mm 6500 mm

Hoist Mechanism

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Hoist Hydraulically operated with 4 falls Built in Safety brakes 4 falls; Hydraulic winch; Rope dia 13 mm fitted with hook block.
Hoist Speed NA 50 Mtrs./Min (Line Speed)

Brakes

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Front Wheels Fully air operated 'S' cam dual curcuit brakes on front wheels Hydraulic brake with pneumatic assistance on front wheels actuated by a single pedal.
Rear Wheels Fully air operated 'S' cam dual curcuit brakes on rear wheels Hydraulic brake with pneumatic assistance on rear wheels actuated by a single pedal.
Parking Brake Air operated, spring actuated, fail safe brakes on front & rear wheels A separate manual parking brake is provided

Service Capacity

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Engine Oil NA 8.0 L
Fuel Tank NA 45 L
Hydraulic Tank NA 125 L
Transmission Oil NA 48 L

Overall Dimensions & Weight

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Overall Length With Bucket 10075 mm NA
Overall Width 2450 mm 2400 mm
Overall Height 3215 mm 2900 mm
Wheel Base 3950 mm 4800 mm
Operating Weight 17140 kg 11600 kg
Front Track 1810 mm NA
Rear Track 1810 mm NA
Front Tyres 11 x 20-16 PR (4 Nos.) 11.00 x 20-16 PR (Nos.)
Rear Tyres 11 x 20-16 PR (4 Nos.) 14.00 x 25 -12 PR (Nos.)

Boom

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Telescoping 4 parts boom; 3 parts hydraulically powered & fully synchronized; 4th part power extended & manually pinned for safety Three-part boom slotted with hydraulically operated synchronized extensions having a self-adjusting hook block with 12 seconds telescoping time.
Derricking NA Through one double-acting extension cylinder
Boom Luffing Time NA 18 Seconds
Boom Luffing Range -10° to +65° -2° to +53°
Boom Height 18.2 m 17.7 m

Specifications

Engine

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Engine Make
Volvo Eicher Simpson's S433(I) F1 (CEV BSIII)
Engine Type
CEV-V, Diesel Engine, High Pressure Common Rail System (HPCR) Technology,Turbocharged, Water Cooled, ECU Control Engine Management System 4 cylinders; water cooled diesel engine
Max Power
74 HP (55 kW) @ 2200 RPM 48 BHP (36 kW) @ 2200 rpm
Battery
12 V Negative Earth; 120Ah x 2 Battery for long life 12V; Negative earth; 88Ah
Alternator
NA 35A

Lifting Capacity

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Max. Lifting Capacity
15 Tonnes 15 Tonnes

Transmission Clutch

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Drive
4 Wheel Drive 2 Wheel drive
Type
Synchromesh transmission with 10 forward and 2 reverse speeds with Auxiliary Gear Box and Hi-low & 2WD/4WD mode selector Heavy duty; sliding mesh with 6 forward and 2 reverse speed with high low range selector

Steering

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Steering Type
Full power orbitrol with twin hydraulic double acting rams Lever operated
Articulation
36.3º 55°
Turning Radius
7200 mm 6500 mm

Hoist Mechanism

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Hoist
Hydraulically operated with 4 falls Built in Safety brakes 4 falls; Hydraulic winch; Rope dia 13 mm fitted with hook block.
Hoist Speed
NA 50 Mtrs./Min (Line Speed)

Brakes

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Front Wheels
Fully air operated 'S' cam dual curcuit brakes on front wheels Hydraulic brake with pneumatic assistance on front wheels actuated by a single pedal.
Rear Wheels
Fully air operated 'S' cam dual curcuit brakes on rear wheels Hydraulic brake with pneumatic assistance on rear wheels actuated by a single pedal.
Parking Brake
Air operated, spring actuated, fail safe brakes on front & rear wheels A separate manual parking brake is provided

Service Capacity

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Engine Oil
NA 8.0 L
Fuel Tank
NA 45 L
Hydraulic Tank
NA 125 L
Transmission Oil
NA 48 L

Overall Dimension And Weight

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Overall Length With Bucket
10075 mm NA
Overall Width
2450 mm 2400 mm
Overall Height
3215 mm 2900 mm
Wheel Base
3950 mm 4800 mm
Operating Weight
17140 kg 11600 kg
Front Track
1810 mm NA
Rear Track
1810 mm NA
Front Tyres
11 x 20-16 PR (4 Nos.) 11.00 x 20-16 PR (Nos.)
Rear Tyres
11 x 20-16 PR (4 Nos.) 14.00 x 25 -12 PR (Nos.)

Boom

Escorts F15 Fighter ACE 15XWE
Telescoping
4 parts boom; 3 parts hydraulically powered & fully synchronized; 4th part power extended & manually pinned for safety Three-part boom slotted with hydraulically operated synchronized extensions having a self-adjusting hook block with 12 seconds telescoping time.
Derricking
NA Through one double-acting extension cylinder
Boom Luffing Time
NA 18 Seconds
Boom Luffing Range
-10° to +65° -2° to +53°
Boom Height
18.2 m 17.7 m

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