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Escorts TRX 1550 VS Terex Franna FR17 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
Terex Franna FR17
  • Lift Capacity
    17 Tonnes
  • Boom Height
    20.4 m
  • Engine
    VECV 101 HP
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    Weight
    16800 kg
  • Turning Radius
    6770 mm
  • Drive Type
    4 Wheel Drive
₹ 47 - 49 Lakhs*
Pick & Carry Crane

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Key Highlights Escorts TRX 1550Terex Franna FR17
Escorts TRX 1550 VS Terex Franna FR17 Crane
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Escorts TRX 1550
₹ 32 - 34 Lakhs
Terex Franna FR17 Crane | Crane Price | Mobile crane
Terex Franna FR17
₹ 47 - 49 Lakhs
Particulars Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Overview Summary

The comparison between the Escorts TRX 1550 and Terex Franna FR17 reveals that while the former offers cost efficiency and a compact design for city use, the latter boasts greater lifting capacity, a more powerful engine, and superior mobility with a 4 Wheel Drive system.

Escorts TRX 1550

Pros:
  • More cost-effective with a price range of ₹ 32 - 34 Lakhs
  • Compact frame design suitable for tight city areas
  • Higher maximum speed without load at 29 km/h
  • 2 Wheel drive for typical operating environments
Cons:
  • Lower maximum lifting capacity at 15 Tonnes
  • Less horsepower at 49.5 HP
  • Only articulated steering compared to full power orbitrol of Terex Franna

Terex Franna FR17

Pros:
  • Higher maximum lifting capacity at 17 Tonnes
  • More powerful engine with 101 HP
  • 4 Wheel Drive for enhanced traction and mobility
  • Larger fuel tank capacity of 270 L for longer operation times
  • Higher max boom height at 20.4 m
Cons:
  • Higher price range of ₹ 47 - 49 Lakhs
  • Greater operating weight at 16800 kg might restrict access in certain conditions
  • Larger minimum turning radius, albeit by a small margin

Pros:
Cons:

Closing Recommendation

If budget and tight maneuvering in urban areas are the primary concerns, go for the Escorts TRX 1550. However, if a higher capacity, more power, and better mobility are required for diverse terrains, the Terex Franna FR17 would be the better option despite its higher price tag.

Price, Technical Specifications & Features

Brand Escorts Kubota Terex Franna
Type Pick & Carry Crane Pick & Carry Crane
Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 32 - 34 Lakhs ₹ 47 - 49 Lakhs
Lift Capacity 15 Tonnes 17 Tonnes
Boom Height 18.3 m 20.4 m
Engine Escorts 49.5 HP VECV 101 HP
Weight 14065 kg 16800 kg
Turning Radius 6800 mm 6770 mm
Drive Type 2 Wheel drive 4 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.

Compact yet strong, Franna FR17 crane ensures 17-ton capacity and mobility for plant operations and urban construction projects.
Overview Summary

The comparison between the Escorts TRX 1550 and Terex Franna FR17 reveals that while the former offers cost efficiency and a compact design for city use, the latter boasts greater lifting capacity, a more powerful engine, and superior mobility with a 4 Wheel Drive system.

Escorts TRX 1550

Pros:
  • More cost-effective with a price range of ₹ 32 - 34 Lakhs
  • Compact frame design suitable for tight city areas
  • Higher maximum speed without load at 29 km/h
  • 2 Wheel drive for typical operating environments
Cons:
  • Lower maximum lifting capacity at 15 Tonnes
  • Less horsepower at 49.5 HP
  • Only articulated steering compared to full power orbitrol of Terex Franna

Terex Franna FR17

Pros:
  • Higher maximum lifting capacity at 17 Tonnes
  • More powerful engine with 101 HP
  • 4 Wheel Drive for enhanced traction and mobility
  • Larger fuel tank capacity of 270 L for longer operation times
  • Higher max boom height at 20.4 m
Cons:
  • Higher price range of ₹ 47 - 49 Lakhs
  • Greater operating weight at 16800 kg might restrict access in certain conditions
  • Larger minimum turning radius, albeit by a small margin

Pros:
Cons:

Closing Recommendation

If budget and tight maneuvering in urban areas are the primary concerns, go for the Escorts TRX 1550. However, if a higher capacity, more power, and better mobility are required for diverse terrains, the Terex Franna FR17 would be the better option despite its higher price tag.

Price, Technical Specifications & Features

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Brand
Escorts Kubota Terex Franna
Type
Pick & Carry Crane Pick & Carry Crane
Ex-Showroom Price
₹ 32 - 34 Lakhs ₹ 47 - 49 Lakhs
Lift Capacity
15 Tonnes 17 Tonnes
Boom Height
18.3 m 20.4 m
Engine
Escorts 49.5 HP VECV 101 HP
Weight
14065 kg 16800 kg
Turning Radius
6800 mm 6770 mm
Drive Type
2 Wheel drive 4 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.

Compact yet strong, Franna FR17 crane ensures 17-ton capacity and mobility for plant operations and urban construction projects.

Key Highlights

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Engine Make Escorts AE 4.312C-3A Volvo Eicher E494
Articulation 45° 40°
Max. Speed 29 km/h 42 km/h
Fuel Tank 90 L 270 L
Hydraulic Tank 90 L 175 L
Overall Length 11350 mm 9851 mm
Overall Width 2550 mm 2654 mm
Wheelbase NA 3900 mm
Boom Luffing Range 0 to 58.50° -5°/60°
Warranty 1 Year 1 Yr. / 1000 hr.

Key Highlights

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Engine Make
Escorts AE 4.312C-3A Volvo Eicher E494
Articulation
45° 40°
Max. Speed
29 km/h 42 km/h
Fuel Tank
90 L 270 L
Hydraulic Tank
90 L 175 L
Overall Length
11350 mm 9851 mm
Overall Width
2550 mm 2654 mm
Wheelbase
NA 3900 mm
Boom Luffing Range
0 to 58.50° -5°/60°
Warranty
1 Year 1 Yr. / 1000 hr.

Specifications

Engine

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Engine Make Escorts AE 4.312C-3A Volvo Eicher E494
Engine Type Four Cylinder; Water Cooled Diesel Engine High Pressure Common Rail System (HPCR) technology; Turbocharged; Water Cooled Diesel Engine; ECU Control Engine Management System
Max Power 49.5 HP (36.9 kW) @ 2200 RPM 101 HP (74 kW) @ 2200 RPM
Battery 12 V Negative Earth; Single Battery 12V DC
Alternator NA NA

Lifting Capacity

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Max. Lifting Capacity 15 Tonnes 17 Tonnes

Transmission & Clutch

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Drive 2 Wheel drive 4 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 Carraro 4 Speed Synchro shuttle

Steering System

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Steering Type Power Steering; Articulated; hydraulically controlled; actuated by Steering Wheel Full power orbitrol with twin cushioned double acting rams
Articulation 45° 40°
Turning Radius 6800 mm 6770 mm

Hoist Mechanism

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Hoist Hydraulic winch. Six falls (Winch capacity 12 T) Rope dia 13 mm Single-speed hoist winch with a 3.5-tonne; paired with a 10.5-tonne rated 3-part hook block.
Hoist Speed NA 48 Mtrs./Min (Line Speed)

Brakes

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Front Wheels Fully pneumatic brakes on front wheels Hydraulic Disc Brake
Rear Wheels Disc brakes are actuated through a slave cylinder Hydraulic Disc Brake
Parking Brake Pneumatic operated; fail safe type applicable on front wheels Hydraulic Disc Brake

Service Capacity

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Engine Oil NA NA
Fuel Tank 90 L 270 L
Hydraulic Tank 90 L 175 L
Transmission Oil NA NA

Overall Dimensions & Weight

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Overall Length With Bucket 11350 mm 9851 mm
Overall Width 2550 mm 2654 mm
Overall Height 2780 mm 2980 mm
Wheel Base NA 3900 mm
Operating Weight 14065 kg 16800 kg
Front Track 1930 mm 1902 mm
Rear Track 1680 mm 1902 mm
Front Tyres 11.00 X 20 -16 PR (4 nos.) 11.00 x 20 -16PR Dual Tires; 8 x 20 (10 Stud) Rims
Rear Tyres 14.00 X 24 -16 PR (2 nos.) 11.00 x 20 - 16PR dual tires; 8 x 20 (10 Stud) Rims

Boom

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Telescoping 4 parts; 3 parts hydraulically powered & fully synchronized; 4th part power extended & manually pinned; Slotted Boom with Rope compensation 3-section type that extends hydraulically for a maximum boom length of 18.23 meters.
Derricking Through double acting jacks NA
Boom Luffing Time NA NA
Boom Luffing Range 0 to 58.50° -5°/60°
Boom Height 18.3 m 20.4 m

Specifications

Engine

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Engine Make
Escorts AE 4.312C-3A Volvo Eicher E494
Engine Type
Four Cylinder; Water Cooled Diesel Engine High Pressure Common Rail System (HPCR) technology; Turbocharged; Water Cooled Diesel Engine; ECU Control Engine Management System
Max Power
49.5 HP (36.9 kW) @ 2200 RPM 101 HP (74 kW) @ 2200 RPM
Battery
12 V Negative Earth; Single Battery 12V DC
Alternator
NA NA

Lifting Capacity

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Max. Lifting Capacity
15 Tonnes 17 Tonnes

Transmission Clutch

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Drive
2 Wheel drive 4 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 Carraro 4 Speed Synchro shuttle

Steering

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Steering Type
Power Steering; Articulated; hydraulically controlled; actuated by Steering Wheel Full power orbitrol with twin cushioned double acting rams
Articulation
45° 40°
Turning Radius
6800 mm 6770 mm

Hoist Mechanism

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Hoist
Hydraulic winch. Six falls (Winch capacity 12 T) Rope dia 13 mm Single-speed hoist winch with a 3.5-tonne; paired with a 10.5-tonne rated 3-part hook block.
Hoist Speed
NA 48 Mtrs./Min (Line Speed)

Brakes

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Front Wheels
Fully pneumatic brakes on front wheels Hydraulic Disc Brake
Rear Wheels
Disc brakes are actuated through a slave cylinder Hydraulic Disc Brake
Parking Brake
Pneumatic operated; fail safe type applicable on front wheels Hydraulic Disc Brake

Service Capacity

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Engine Oil
NA NA
Fuel Tank
90 L 270 L
Hydraulic Tank
90 L 175 L
Transmission Oil
NA NA

Overall Dimension And Weight

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Overall Length With Bucket
11350 mm 9851 mm
Overall Width
2550 mm 2654 mm
Overall Height
2780 mm 2980 mm
Wheel Base
NA 3900 mm
Operating Weight
14065 kg 16800 kg
Front Track
1930 mm 1902 mm
Rear Track
1680 mm 1902 mm
Front Tyres
11.00 X 20 -16 PR (4 nos.) 11.00 x 20 -16PR Dual Tires; 8 x 20 (10 Stud) Rims
Rear Tyres
14.00 X 24 -16 PR (2 nos.) 11.00 x 20 - 16PR dual tires; 8 x 20 (10 Stud) Rims

Boom

Escorts TRX 1550 Terex Franna FR17
Telescoping
4 parts; 3 parts hydraulically powered & fully synchronized; 4th part power extended & manually pinned; Slotted Boom with Rope compensation 3-section type that extends hydraulically for a maximum boom length of 18.23 meters.
Derricking
Through double acting jacks NA
Boom Luffing Time
NA NA
Boom Luffing Range
0 to 58.50° -5°/60°
Boom Height
18.3 m 20.4 m

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