Mahindra SX IV VS Manitou MBL 745 S Backhoe Loader

₹ 31-33 Lakhs^*

Mahindra SX IV

Engine

Mahindra 74 HP
Bucket

0.27 m³
Shovel

1.1 m³
Dig. Depth

4959 mm
Dump Height

2708 mm
Weight

7430 Kg

2WD

₹ 30-32 Lakhs^*

Manitou MBL 745 S

Engine

Koel 73.5 HP
Bucket

0.27 m³
Shovel

1 m³
Dig. Depth

4741 mm
Dump Height

2780 mm
Weight

7405 Kg

2WD

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The comparisons provided are based on the technical specifications published by the respective OEMs on their official websites and brochures. Please confirm these details directly with the OEMs before making any final decision.

Mahindra SX IV VS Manitou MBL 745 S Backhoe Loader

Mahindra SX IV

₹ 31-33 Lakhs

Manitou MBL 745 S

₹ 30-32 Lakhs

Particulars	Mahindra SX IV	Manitou MBL 745 S

Mahindra EarthMaster SX IV vs Manitou MBL 745 S: Which One to Buy?

These two backhoe loaders come from very different kinds of companies, and that matters as much as the numbers. The Mahindra EarthMaster SX IV comes from a large Indian manufacturer with a wide dealer network already built across farm and construction equipment. The Manitou MBL 745 S comes from a global equipment maker known mainly for handling and lifting machines, with a smaller, more focused dealer presence in India.

Before you choose on features alone, check how far the nearest service point is for each brand from your work area, since that decides how fast your machine gets back to work after a breakdown. Also ask about driver familiarity in your area, since a driver who already knows a brand's controls settles in faster. Browse the full Mahindra backhoe range, the Manitou backhoe range, all backhoe loaders, and our backhoe loader buying guide.

Mahindra EarthMaster SX IV Backhoe Loader

Pros:

Enhanced site efficiency with advanced technology
Superior fuel efficiency for better productivity
Standard GPS system
Excavator maximum lift capacity of 1449 kg
Loader load over height of 3253 mm
Strong engine performance with 74 HP power and 345 Nm torque
High bucket digging force of 5199 kgf

Cons:

Slightly lower maximum digging depth compared to Manitou MBL 745 S
Higher price range
Smaller fuel tank capacity at 140 L

Manitou MBL 745 S Backhoe Loader

Pros:

Powerful design and advanced hydraulics for maximized productivity
Durable build suited for construction operations
Slightly higher excavator max lift capacity of 1460 kg
Higher bucket rotation angle of 194°
Slightly higher pump flow rate at 119 L/min
Extended warranty period of 2 years

Cons:

Slightly lower engine power at 73.5 HP and torque at 300 Nm
Smaller standard shovel capacity of 1 m³ compared to Mahindra SX IV's 1.1 m³
Less advanced engine technology with naturally aspirated engine

Closing Recommendation

Both these backhoe loaders can handle regular digging and loading work well, so let dealer reach, driver familiarity and running cost guide your final choice as much as the spec sheet. Choose the Mahindra EarthMaster SX IV if you want wide dealer support across India, easier parts access and lower fuel use. Choose the Manitou MBL 745 S if its hydraulics and build quality matter more to you and a smaller, more focused dealer network near you is not a concern. So match the machine to your work: Mahindra EarthMaster SX IV for wide dealer support and running cost, Manitou MBL 745 S for its hydraulics where local Manitou service is available.