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Escorts HYDRA 12 VS ACE F270 Crane

Escorts HYDRA 12
  • Lift Capacity
    12 Tonnes
  • Boom Height
    9.6 m, 11.3 m
  • Engine
    E-Kubota 50 HP
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    Weight
    10300 kg
  • Turning Radius
    6300 mm
  • Drive Type
    2 Wheel drive
₹ 18 - 20 Lakhs*
Pick & Carry Crane
ACE F270
  • Lift Capacity
    27 Tonnes
  • Boom Height
    19.3 m
  • Engine
    Ashok Leyland 130 HP
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    Weight
    22000 kg
  • Turning Radius
    8250 mm
  • Drive Type
    4 Wheel Drive
₹ 35 - 38 Lakhs*
Pick & Carry Crane

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Key Highlights Escorts HYDRA 12ACE F270
Escorts HYDRA 12 VS ACE F270 Crane
Escorts HYDRA 12
₹ 18 - 20 Lakhs
ACE F270 Hydra Crane | Mobile crane | boom crane | industrial crane
ACE F270
₹ 35 - 38 Lakhs
Particulars Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Overview Summary

The ACE F270 is a robust and powerful crane with a significant lifting capacity suitable for heavy-duty operations, while the Escorts HYDRA 12 offers articulated mobility for operation in tighter spaces with a more affordable price tag.

ACE F270

Pros:
  • Higher maximum lifting capacity of 27 Tonnes
  • More powerful engine with 130 HP
  • 4 Wheel Drive capability for better off-road performance
  • 12 forward and 2 reverse speeds offering more versatility
  • Wider front and rear track for improved stability
  • Four-part telescopic boom for increased reach and flexibility
  • Higher maximum boom height of 19.3 m
Cons:
  • Heavier operating weight of 22000 Kg may limit mobility in certain conditions
  • More expensive with a price range of ₹ 35 - 38 Lakhs
  • Longer minimum turning radius of 8250 mm

Escorts HYDRA 12

Pros:
  • Lower price range of ₹ 18 - 20 Lakhs making it more affordable
  • Articulation up to 50° for improved maneuverability
  • Smaller turning radius of 6250 mm for better handling in tight spaces
  • Lighter operating weight of 8850 Kg for ease of transport
  • 2 Wheel drive option for those not requiring 4WD
Cons:
  • Lower maximum lifting capacity of 12 Tonnes
  • Less powerful engine with 49.5 HP
  • Fewer speeds with 8 forward and 2 reverse
  • Shorter maximum boom height of 11 m
  • Smaller front and rear track may affect stability

Pros:
Cons:

Closing Recommendation

If your operations require a crane with higher lifting capacity, more power, and off-road capabilities, ACE F270 would be the suitable choice. Conversely, if cost-efficiency and maneuverability in constraining spaces are your priority, Escorts HYDRA 12 would be the more appropriate option.

Price, Technical Specifications & Features

Brand Escorts Kubota ACE
Type Pick & Carry Crane Pick & Carry Crane
Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 18 - 20 Lakhs ₹ 35 - 38 Lakhs
Lift Capacity 12 Tonnes 27 Tonnes
Boom Height 9.6 m, 11.3 m 19.3 m
Engine E-Kubota 50 HP Ashok Leyland 130 HP
Weight 10300 kg 22000 kg
Turning Radius 6300 mm 8250 mm
Drive Type 2 Wheel drive 4 Wheel Drive
Quick Overview:

Escorts HYDRA 12 Hydra crane, built with articulated mobility, efficiently lifts 12 tons in construction zones and tight industrial yard spaces.

ACE F270 Hydra crane supports bridge building, oilfield lifting, and civil work with 27-ton load performance in rugged environments.
Overview Summary

The ACE F270 is a robust and powerful crane with a significant lifting capacity suitable for heavy-duty operations, while the Escorts HYDRA 12 offers articulated mobility for operation in tighter spaces with a more affordable price tag.

ACE F270

Pros:
  • Higher maximum lifting capacity of 27 Tonnes
  • More powerful engine with 130 HP
  • 4 Wheel Drive capability for better off-road performance
  • 12 forward and 2 reverse speeds offering more versatility
  • Wider front and rear track for improved stability
  • Four-part telescopic boom for increased reach and flexibility
  • Higher maximum boom height of 19.3 m
Cons:
  • Heavier operating weight of 22000 Kg may limit mobility in certain conditions
  • More expensive with a price range of ₹ 35 - 38 Lakhs
  • Longer minimum turning radius of 8250 mm

Escorts HYDRA 12

Pros:
  • Lower price range of ₹ 18 - 20 Lakhs making it more affordable
  • Articulation up to 50° for improved maneuverability
  • Smaller turning radius of 6250 mm for better handling in tight spaces
  • Lighter operating weight of 8850 Kg for ease of transport
  • 2 Wheel drive option for those not requiring 4WD
Cons:
  • Lower maximum lifting capacity of 12 Tonnes
  • Less powerful engine with 49.5 HP
  • Fewer speeds with 8 forward and 2 reverse
  • Shorter maximum boom height of 11 m
  • Smaller front and rear track may affect stability

Pros:
Cons:

Closing Recommendation

If your operations require a crane with higher lifting capacity, more power, and off-road capabilities, ACE F270 would be the suitable choice. Conversely, if cost-efficiency and maneuverability in constraining spaces are your priority, Escorts HYDRA 12 would be the more appropriate option.

Price, Technical Specifications & Features

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Brand
Escorts Kubota ACE
Type
Pick & Carry Crane Pick & Carry Crane
Ex-Showroom Price
₹ 18 - 20 Lakhs ₹ 35 - 38 Lakhs
Lift Capacity
12 Tonnes 27 Tonnes
Boom Height
9.6 m, 11.3 m 19.3 m
Engine
E-Kubota 50 HP Ashok Leyland 130 HP
Weight
10300 kg 22000 kg
Turning Radius
6300 mm 8250 mm
Drive Type
2 Wheel drive 4 Wheel Drive
Quick Overview:

Escorts HYDRA 12 Hydra crane, built with articulated mobility, efficiently lifts 12 tons in construction zones and tight industrial yard spaces.

ACE F270 Hydra crane supports bridge building, oilfield lifting, and civil work with 27-ton load performance in rugged environments.

Key Highlights

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Engine Make Escorts Kubota E4.391NA Ashok Leyland H4C413022 (CEV BS-IV)
Articulation Up to 54° 40°
Max. Speed 29 km/h 39 km/h
Fuel Tank 50 L NA
Hydraulic Tank 70 L NA
Overall Length 10050 mm NA
Overall Width 2410 mm 2700 mm
Wheelbase 4350 mm 4950 mm
Boom Luffing Range -5° to + 62° NA
Warranty 1 Year 1 Year

Key Highlights

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Engine Make
Escorts Kubota E4.391NA Ashok Leyland H4C413022 (CEV BS-IV)
Articulation
Up to 54° 40°
Max. Speed
29 km/h 39 km/h
Fuel Tank
50 L NA
Hydraulic Tank
70 L NA
Overall Length
10050 mm NA
Overall Width
2410 mm 2700 mm
Wheelbase
4350 mm 4950 mm
Boom Luffing Range
-5° to + 62° NA
Warranty
1 Year 1 Year

Specifications

Engine

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Engine Make Escorts Kubota E4.391NA Ashok Leyland H4C413022 (CEV BS-IV)
Engine Type CEV Stage V, 4 cylinders, Naturally Aspirated, Electronic, Common Rail Direct Injection 4 cylinder water cooled diesel engine with Electronic Control Unit
Max Power 50 HP (37 kW) @ 2200 RPM 130 HP (95 kW) @ 2200 RPM
Battery 12V, Negative Earth, 88 Ah 12V; Negative earth; 100Ah
Alternator NA NA

Lifting Capacity

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Max. Lifting Capacity 12 Tonnes 27 Tonnes

Transmission & Clutch

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Drive 2 Wheel drive 4 Wheel Drive
Type Heavy-duty transmission developed especially for crane applications. Constant mesh gearbox coupled with a robust straight drive axle. 8 forward and 2 reverse speeds with high/low selector lever. Heavy-duty; synchromesh transmission with 12 forward and 2 reverse speeds. Auxiliary Gear Box with 2WD-high / 4WD-low drive selector

Steering System

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Steering Type Articulated power steering hydraulically controlled through 2 hydraulic jacks Full power orbitrol with twin hydraulic double acting cylinders
Articulation Up to 54° 40°
Turning Radius 6300 mm 8250 mm

Hoist Mechanism

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Hoist 4 falls; Hydraulic winch (Winch Capacity 10T) Rope dia 13 mm 6 Falls; 3.9 Tonnes Line Pull Winch driven by Hydraulic motor; Rope dia 13 mm fitted with self-adjusting hook block and rope tensioner
Hoist Speed NA 35 Mtrs./Min (Line Speed)

Brakes

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Front Wheels ‘S’ cam pneumatically actuated drum brakes Fully pneumatic brakes on front wheels
Rear Wheels Pneumatically actuated disc brakes Fully pneumatic brakes on rear wheels
Parking Brake Hand control valve operated; Air-assisted Hydraulic parking brakes at all wheels Parking brake is pneumatically operated fail safe type

Service Capacity

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Engine Oil NA NA
Fuel Tank 50 L NA
Hydraulic Tank 70 L NA
Transmission Oil NA NA

Overall Dimensions & Weight

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Overall Length With Bucket 10050 mm NA
Overall Width 2410 mm 2700 mm
Overall Height 3050 mm NA
Wheel Base 4350 mm 4950 mm
Operating Weight 10300 Kg 22000 Kg
Front Track 1820 mm 1980 mm
Rear Track 1670 mm 1980 mm
Front Tyres 10.00 x 20-16 PR (4 Nos.) 12.00 x 24- 18 PR (4 Nos.)
Rear Tyres 13.00 x 24-12 PR (2 Nos.) 12.00 x 24- 18 PR (4 Nos.)

Boom

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Telescoping 3 Part, box type, heavy duty boom, hydraulically operated, through 2 jacks at boom top Four-part slotted boom with 2 hydraulically operated & synchronized and 4th part powered extended
Derricking Through double acting jacks Through one double-acting extension cylinder
Boom Luffing Time NA NA
Boom Luffing Range -5° to + 62° NA
Boom Height 9.6 m, 11.3 m 19.3 m

Specifications

Engine

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Engine Make
Escorts Kubota E4.391NA Ashok Leyland H4C413022 (CEV BS-IV)
Engine Type
CEV Stage V, 4 cylinders, Naturally Aspirated, Electronic, Common Rail Direct Injection 4 cylinder water cooled diesel engine with Electronic Control Unit
Max Power
50 HP (37 kW) @ 2200 RPM 130 HP (95 kW) @ 2200 RPM
Battery
12V, Negative Earth, 88 Ah 12V; Negative earth; 100Ah
Alternator
NA NA

Lifting Capacity

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Max. Lifting Capacity
12 Tonnes 27 Tonnes

Transmission Clutch

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Drive
2 Wheel drive 4 Wheel Drive
Type
Heavy-duty transmission developed especially for crane applications. Constant mesh gearbox coupled with a robust straight drive axle. 8 forward and 2 reverse speeds with high/low selector lever. Heavy-duty; synchromesh transmission with 12 forward and 2 reverse speeds. Auxiliary Gear Box with 2WD-high / 4WD-low drive selector

Steering

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Steering Type
Articulated power steering hydraulically controlled through 2 hydraulic jacks Full power orbitrol with twin hydraulic double acting cylinders
Articulation
Up to 54° 40°
Turning Radius
6300 mm 8250 mm

Hoist Mechanism

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Hoist
4 falls; Hydraulic winch (Winch Capacity 10T) Rope dia 13 mm 6 Falls; 3.9 Tonnes Line Pull Winch driven by Hydraulic motor; Rope dia 13 mm fitted with self-adjusting hook block and rope tensioner
Hoist Speed
NA 35 Mtrs./Min (Line Speed)

Brakes

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Front Wheels
‘S’ cam pneumatically actuated drum brakes Fully pneumatic brakes on front wheels
Rear Wheels
Pneumatically actuated disc brakes Fully pneumatic brakes on rear wheels
Parking Brake
Hand control valve operated; Air-assisted Hydraulic parking brakes at all wheels Parking brake is pneumatically operated fail safe type

Service Capacity

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Engine Oil
NA NA
Fuel Tank
50 L NA
Hydraulic Tank
70 L NA
Transmission Oil
NA NA

Overall Dimension And Weight

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Overall Length With Bucket
10050 mm NA
Overall Width
2410 mm 2700 mm
Overall Height
3050 mm NA
Wheel Base
4350 mm 4950 mm
Operating Weight
10300 Kg 22000 Kg
Front Track
1820 mm 1980 mm
Rear Track
1670 mm 1980 mm
Front Tyres
10.00 x 20-16 PR (4 Nos.) 12.00 x 24- 18 PR (4 Nos.)
Rear Tyres
13.00 x 24-12 PR (2 Nos.) 12.00 x 24- 18 PR (4 Nos.)

Boom

Escorts HYDRA 12 ACE F270
Telescoping
3 Part, box type, heavy duty boom, hydraulically operated, through 2 jacks at boom top Four-part slotted boom with 2 hydraulically operated & synchronized and 4th part powered extended
Derricking
Through double acting jacks Through one double-acting extension cylinder
Boom Luffing Time
NA NA
Boom Luffing Range
-5° to + 62° NA
Boom Height
9.6 m, 11.3 m 19.3 m

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