Escorts F15 VS Escorts HYDRA 15 Crane

₹36.5 Lakh Onwards*^*

Escorts F15

Lift Capacity

14 Tonnes
Boom Height

18.2 m
Engine

VECV 101 HP
Weight

16020 kg
Turning Radius

7200 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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Escorts F15 VS Escorts HYDRA 15 Crane

Escorts F15

₹36.5 Lakh Onwards*

Escorts HYDRA 15

₹21.0 Lakh Onwards*

Particulars	Escorts F15	Escorts HYDRA 15

Escorts F15 vs Escorts HYDRA 15: Which One to Buy?

Both are Escorts pick-and-carry cranes, close in size but built for different sites. The tables below give the full numbers. Here is the simple difference. The Escorts HYDRA 15 lifts up to 15 tonnes and has a crane-tuned transmission, so it is strong for factory installation and large equipment placement. The Escorts F15 has a more powerful engine, four-wheel drive, a taller boom, faster travel and agile steering.

So the choice is maximum lifting capacity on made surfaces, or rough-ground ability with more reach and speed. For heavy factory and industrial lifts where a little more capacity matters, the HYDRA 15 fits. For sites with rough or uneven ground where 4WD, boom height and quick movement help, the F15 makes sense. See the Escorts crane range, the full crane list, or our crane guide to match the machine to your work.

Escorts HYDRA 15

Pros:

Supports 15-ton lifting operations, suitable for large equipment placement and factory installations.
4 cylinders; water cooled diesel engine providing 49.5 HP at 2200 RPM.
8 forward and 2 reverse speeds transmission developed especially for crane applications.
Articulated power steering for better maneuverability with a minimum turning radius of 6750 mm.
4 parts telescoping boom with 3 parts hydraulically powered for better reach, with a maximum boom height of 18.9 m.

Cons:

Lower fuel tank capacity of 38 L might require more frequent refueling depending on usage.
Limited to 2 Wheel drive which might affect rough terrain operations.

Escorts F15

Pros:

Higher engine power with 101 HP turbocharged engine featuring modern HPCR technology.
4 Wheel Drive capability with 10 forward and 2 reverse speeds, providing better terrain adaptability.
Higher maximum speed without load of 49 km/h for quicker transit.
Full power orbitrol steering and a smaller minimum turning radius of 7200 mm for better control and agility.
Greater maximum boom height of 21.0 m allows for higher reach.

Cons:

Slightly lower lifting capacity of 14 tonnes compared to HYDRA 15.
Heavier operating weight of 16020 kg could impact transportability and ground pressure.

Closing Recommendation

Both are Escorts pick-and-carry cranes, so pick by your ground and your lift needs. Choose the Escorts HYDRA 15 when your lifts are near 15 tonnes, when you work on firm factory and industrial surfaces, and when a crane-tuned transmission for heavy placement matters. Choose the Escorts F15 when the site has rough or uneven ground where four-wheel drive keeps the crane moving, and when a taller boom, faster travel and agile steering help. Also check which lifts your regular contractors book most. So match the machine to your work: Escorts HYDRA 15 for maximum capacity on firm ground, Escorts F15 for rough terrain, reach and speed.