L&T 990HFi VS Ammann ARX 90.2 Compactor

₹ 35-37 Lakhs^*

L&T 990HFi

Weight

9200 kg
Drum Width

1680 mm
Engine

M&M 74.8 HP
Static Load

27.4 kg/cm
CF - Hi/Low

73.7/53 kN
Travel Speed

0 - 12 km/hr

Tandem Roller

₹ 32-36 Lakhs^*

Ammann ARX 90.2

Weight

9350 kg
Drum Width

1700 mm
Engine

Ashok Leyland 74 HP
Static Load

27.9/27.5 kg/cm
CF - Hi/Low

78/67 kN
Travel Speed

0 - 12 km/hr

Tandem Roller

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L&T 990HFi VS Ammann ARX 90.2 Compactor

L&T 990HFi

₹ 35-37 Lakhs

Ammann ARX 90.2

₹ 32-36 Lakhs

Particulars	L&T 990HFi	Ammann ARX 90.2

Ammann ARX 90.2 vs L&T 990HFi: Which One to Buy?

The Ammann ARX 90.2 and the L&T 990HFi are both tandem roller compactors for road and site compaction work. Ammann is a global compaction specialist with a smaller but dedicated dealer base in India, built around this one line of work. L&T is one of India's largest engineering companies, with a very wide domestic sales and service network, so parts and support are easy to reach in most districts.

The L&T 990HFi's telematics comes standard, which lets a road contractor track machine location, running hours and fuel use from a phone or office screen — useful for a fleet spread across several sites. The Ammann ARX 90.2 does not have this built in, so it suits a buyer running one or two machines who does not need remote tracking. Both machines can be bought on loan through equipment finance providers. See the full Ammann compactor range, the L&T compactor range, all compactors, or read our compactor buying guide.

Ammann ARX 90.2 Tandem Roller Compactor

Pros:

Robust construction suitable for heavy-duty compaction
CEV Stage V compliant 74 hp Ashok Leyland engine provides high compaction output and fuel efficiency
Three-stage filtered water sprinkling system for efficient compaction
Switchable amplitude settings cater to different compaction needs
Ergonomic operator station with excellent visibility
Higher operating weight of 9350 kg which can imply better compaction pressure

Cons:

Larger turning radius inside compared to the L&T 990HFi
Absence of telematics as a standard feature
Smaller water tank capacity of 1000 L compared to the L&T 990HFi

L&T 990HFi Tandem Roller Compactor

Pros:

Optimized for high-quality asphalt and soil compaction
High/low vibration with amplitudes of 0.36/0.9 mm for diverse compaction applications
Articulated steering provides enhanced maneuverability
In-built telematics as a standard feature
Operator-centric design includes swiveling seat and excellent lighting
Higher gradeability at 36% compared to 35% of the Ammann ARX 90.2

Cons:

Lower operating weight of 9200 kg may affect compaction efficiency
Smaller drum width of 1680 mm versus 1700 mm of the Ammann ARX 90.2
Smaller fuel tank capacity of 140 L compared to 200 L of Ammann ARX 90.2

Closing Recommendation

Think about how you manage your fleet before deciding. The L&T 990HFi comes with telematics built in, so it suits a contractor running several machines across sites who wants to track them remotely, and it is backed by one of India's widest domestic service networks. The Ammann ARX 90.2 suits an owner running one or two machines who values a powerful, fuel-efficient engine and a comfortable driver's seat over remote tracking. So match the machine to your work: Ammann ARX 90.2 for a single-machine owner who wants power and comfort, L&T 990HFi for a multi-site fleet that needs tracking and wide local support.