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Escorts TRX 1550 VS ACE FX 250 Crane

Escorts TRX 1550
  • Lift Capacity
    15 Tonnes
  • Boom Height
    18.3 m
  • Engine
    Escorts 49.5 HP
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    Weight
    14065 kg
  • Turning Radius
    6800 mm
  • Drive Type
    2 Wheel drive
₹ 32 - 34 Lakhs*
Pick & Carry Crane
ACE FX 250
  • Lift Capacity
    25 Tonnes
  • Boom Height
    18.3 m
  • Engine
    Ashok Leyland 133 HP
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    Weight
    20200 kg
  • Turning Radius
    8200 mm
  • Drive Type
    2 Wheel drive
₹ 42 - 48 Lakhs*
Pick & Carry Crane

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Key Highlights Escorts TRX 1550ACE FX 250
Escorts TRX 1550 VS ACE FX 250 Crane
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Escorts TRX 1550
₹ 32 - 34 Lakhs
Crane Price in India | ACE FX 250 Hydra Crane
ACE FX 250
₹ 42 - 48 Lakhs
Particulars Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Overview Summary

The Escorts TRX 1550 is designed for compactness and maneuverability in urban settings, while the ACE FX 250 offers higher capacity and power for large-scale operations. Both cranes have a similar maximum boom height, but the ACE FX 250 provides faster hoisting speeds and a more powerful engine, at a higher price point.

Escorts TRX 1550

Pros:
  • Has a compact frame suitable for tight city areas
  • Features 2-wheel drive with 8 forward & 2 reverse speeds
  • 45° articulation for better maneuverability
  • Has a slotted boom with rope compensation
Cons:
  • Lower engine power compared to ACE FX 250 - 49.5 HP
  • Lower maximum speed without load - 29 km/h
  • Maximum boom height of 18.3 m, which is the same as ACE FX 250 but with lower lifting capacity

ACE FX 250

Pros:
  • Higher lifting capacity of 25 tonnes, great for large projects
  • More powerful engine with 133 HP
  • Higher maximum speed without load at 35 km/h
  • Better hoist speed with 50 Mtrs./Min line speed
Cons:
  • More expensive than Escorts TRX 1550
  • Larger minimum turning radius - 8200 mm may affect maneuverability
  • Heavier operating weight which could impact transport and setup times

Pros:
Cons:

Closing Recommendation

For smaller projects or operations within constricted city spaces, the Escorts TRX 1550 is the more economical and maneuverable option. However, for larger construction projects requiring higher lifting capacity and engine performance, the ACE FX 250 is the recommended choice despite its higher cost.

Price, Technical Specifications & Features

Brand Escorts Kubota ACE
Type Pick & Carry Crane Pick & Carry Crane
Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 32 - 34 Lakhs ₹ 42 - 48 Lakhs
Lift Capacity 15 Tonnes 25 Tonnes
Boom Height 18.3 m 18.3 m
Engine Escorts 49.5 HP Ashok Leyland 133 HP
Weight 14065 kg 20200 kg
Turning Radius 6800 mm 8200 mm
Drive Type 2 Wheel drive 2 Wheel drive
Quick Overview:

The Escorts TRX 1550 Hydra crane provides 15-ton capacity with a compact frame for effective lifting in tight city areas.

With 25-ton capacity, the ACE FX 250 Hydra crane excels at roadwork, construction setups, and structural handling across large projects.
Overview Summary

The Escorts TRX 1550 is designed for compactness and maneuverability in urban settings, while the ACE FX 250 offers higher capacity and power for large-scale operations. Both cranes have a similar maximum boom height, but the ACE FX 250 provides faster hoisting speeds and a more powerful engine, at a higher price point.

Escorts TRX 1550

Pros:
  • Has a compact frame suitable for tight city areas
  • Features 2-wheel drive with 8 forward & 2 reverse speeds
  • 45° articulation for better maneuverability
  • Has a slotted boom with rope compensation
Cons:
  • Lower engine power compared to ACE FX 250 - 49.5 HP
  • Lower maximum speed without load - 29 km/h
  • Maximum boom height of 18.3 m, which is the same as ACE FX 250 but with lower lifting capacity

ACE FX 250

Pros:
  • Higher lifting capacity of 25 tonnes, great for large projects
  • More powerful engine with 133 HP
  • Higher maximum speed without load at 35 km/h
  • Better hoist speed with 50 Mtrs./Min line speed
Cons:
  • More expensive than Escorts TRX 1550
  • Larger minimum turning radius - 8200 mm may affect maneuverability
  • Heavier operating weight which could impact transport and setup times

Pros:
Cons:

Closing Recommendation

For smaller projects or operations within constricted city spaces, the Escorts TRX 1550 is the more economical and maneuverable option. However, for larger construction projects requiring higher lifting capacity and engine performance, the ACE FX 250 is the recommended choice despite its higher cost.

Price, Technical Specifications & Features

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Brand
Escorts Kubota ACE
Type
Pick & Carry Crane Pick & Carry Crane
Ex-Showroom Price
₹ 32 - 34 Lakhs ₹ 42 - 48 Lakhs
Lift Capacity
15 Tonnes 25 Tonnes
Boom Height
18.3 m 18.3 m
Engine
Escorts 49.5 HP Ashok Leyland 133 HP
Weight
14065 kg 20200 kg
Turning Radius
6800 mm 8200 mm
Drive Type
2 Wheel drive 2 Wheel drive
Quick Overview:

The Escorts TRX 1550 Hydra crane provides 15-ton capacity with a compact frame for effective lifting in tight city areas.

With 25-ton capacity, the ACE FX 250 Hydra crane excels at roadwork, construction setups, and structural handling across large projects.

Key Highlights

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Engine Make Escorts AE 4.312C-3A Ashok Leyland
Articulation 45° 40°
Max. Speed 29 km/h 35 km/h
Fuel Tank 90 L NA
Hydraulic Tank 90 L NA
Overall Length 11350 mm NA
Overall Width 2550 mm 2600 mm
Wheelbase NA 5100 mm
Boom Luffing Range 0 to 58.50° -3° to +66°
Warranty 1 Year 1 Year

Key Highlights

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Engine Make
Escorts AE 4.312C-3A Ashok Leyland
Articulation
45° 40°
Max. Speed
29 km/h 35 km/h
Fuel Tank
90 L NA
Hydraulic Tank
90 L NA
Overall Length
11350 mm NA
Overall Width
2550 mm 2600 mm
Wheelbase
NA 5100 mm
Boom Luffing Range
0 to 58.50° -3° to +66°
Warranty
1 Year 1 Year

Specifications

Engine

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Engine Make Escorts AE 4.312C-3A Ashok Leyland
Engine Type Four Cylinder; Water Cooled Diesel Engine 6 cylinder water cooled diesel engine
Max Power 49.5 HP (36.9 kW) @ 2200 RPM 133 HP (99 kW) @ 2300 RPM
Battery 12 V Negative Earth; Single Battery 24 Negative Earth
Alternator NA NA

Lifting Capacity

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Max. Lifting Capacity 15 Tonnes 25 Tonnes

Transmission & Clutch

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Drive 2 Wheel drive 2 Wheel drive
Type Heavy Duty; Constant Mesh; Helical Teeth Gearbox coupled with straight drive axle with 8 Forward & 2 Reverse speeds with High / Low Selector Heavy-duty; synchromesh transmission with 8 forward and 2 reverse speeds and high-low drive selector for creep speed

Steering System

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Steering Type Power Steering; Articulated; hydraulically controlled; actuated by Steering Wheel Full power orbitrol with twin hydraulic double acting cylinders
Articulation 45° 40°
Turning Radius 6800 mm 8200 mm

Hoist Mechanism

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Hoist Hydraulic winch. Six falls (Winch capacity 12 T) Rope dia 13 mm 6 falls; hydraulic winch; steel core anti-twist rope dia 13 mm; fitted with self-adjusting hook block and rope tensioner.
Hoist Speed NA 50 Mtrs./Min (Line Speed)

Brakes

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Front Wheels Fully pneumatic brakes on front wheels Fully pneumatic brakes on front wheels
Rear Wheels Disc brakes are actuated through a slave cylinder Fully pneumatic brakes on rear wheels
Parking Brake Pneumatic operated; fail safe type applicable on front wheels Parking brake is pneumatically operated fail safe type

Service Capacity

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Engine Oil NA NA
Fuel Tank 90 L NA
Hydraulic Tank 90 L NA
Transmission Oil NA NA

Overall Dimensions & Weight

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Overall Length With Bucket 11350 mm NA
Overall Width 2550 mm 2600 mm
Overall Height 2780 mm NA
Wheel Base NA 5100 mm
Operating Weight 14065 kg 20200 kg
Front Track 1930 mm 1900 mm
Rear Track 1680 mm 1770 mm
Front Tyres 11.00 X 20 -16 PR (4 nos.) 12.00 x 24-20 PR (4 Nos.)
Rear Tyres 14.00 X 24 -16 PR (2 nos.) 17.50 x 25-20 PR (2 Nos.)

Boom

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Telescoping 4 parts; 3 parts hydraulically powered & fully synchronized; 4th part power extended & manually pinned; Slotted Boom with Rope compensation Three-part slotted boom with hydraulically operated synchronized extensions of 12 metres height
Derricking Through double acting jacks Through two double-acting extension cylinder
Boom Luffing Time NA NA
Boom Luffing Range 0 to 58.50° -3° to +66°
Boom Height 18.3 m 18.3 m

Specifications

Engine

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Engine Make
Escorts AE 4.312C-3A Ashok Leyland
Engine Type
Four Cylinder; Water Cooled Diesel Engine 6 cylinder water cooled diesel engine
Max Power
49.5 HP (36.9 kW) @ 2200 RPM 133 HP (99 kW) @ 2300 RPM
Battery
12 V Negative Earth; Single Battery 24 Negative Earth
Alternator
NA NA

Lifting Capacity

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Max. Lifting Capacity
15 Tonnes 25 Tonnes

Transmission Clutch

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Drive
2 Wheel drive 2 Wheel drive
Type
Heavy Duty; Constant Mesh; Helical Teeth Gearbox coupled with straight drive axle with 8 Forward & 2 Reverse speeds with High / Low Selector Heavy-duty; synchromesh transmission with 8 forward and 2 reverse speeds and high-low drive selector for creep speed

Steering

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Steering Type
Power Steering; Articulated; hydraulically controlled; actuated by Steering Wheel Full power orbitrol with twin hydraulic double acting cylinders
Articulation
45° 40°
Turning Radius
6800 mm 8200 mm

Hoist Mechanism

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Hoist
Hydraulic winch. Six falls (Winch capacity 12 T) Rope dia 13 mm 6 falls; hydraulic winch; steel core anti-twist rope dia 13 mm; fitted with self-adjusting hook block and rope tensioner.
Hoist Speed
NA 50 Mtrs./Min (Line Speed)

Brakes

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Front Wheels
Fully pneumatic brakes on front wheels Fully pneumatic brakes on front wheels
Rear Wheels
Disc brakes are actuated through a slave cylinder Fully pneumatic brakes on rear wheels
Parking Brake
Pneumatic operated; fail safe type applicable on front wheels Parking brake is pneumatically operated fail safe type

Service Capacity

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Engine Oil
NA NA
Fuel Tank
90 L NA
Hydraulic Tank
90 L NA
Transmission Oil
NA NA

Overall Dimension And Weight

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Overall Length With Bucket
11350 mm NA
Overall Width
2550 mm 2600 mm
Overall Height
2780 mm NA
Wheel Base
NA 5100 mm
Operating Weight
14065 kg 20200 kg
Front Track
1930 mm 1900 mm
Rear Track
1680 mm 1770 mm
Front Tyres
11.00 X 20 -16 PR (4 nos.) 12.00 x 24-20 PR (4 Nos.)
Rear Tyres
14.00 X 24 -16 PR (2 nos.) 17.50 x 25-20 PR (2 Nos.)

Boom

Escorts TRX 1550 ACE FX 250
Telescoping
4 parts; 3 parts hydraulically powered & fully synchronized; 4th part power extended & manually pinned; Slotted Boom with Rope compensation Three-part slotted boom with hydraulically operated synchronized extensions of 12 metres height
Derricking
Through double acting jacks Through two double-acting extension cylinder
Boom Luffing Time
NA NA
Boom Luffing Range
0 to 58.50° -3° to +66°
Boom Height
18.3 m 18.3 m

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