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| Key Highlights | Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
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| Particulars | Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
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The Mahindra EarthMaster VX IV and Manitou MBL 745 Ranger are both formidable backhoe loaders with specific strengths. The Mahindra VX IV boasts an optional AC cabin, impressive breakout forces, and a deep digging capacity, whereas the Manitou MBL 745 Ranger offers a longer warranty, possibly more durable engine with a higher displacement, and a significant bucket rotation angle.
Choosing between these two would depend on the specific requirements of the tasks at hand. For extensive digging and excavation tasks, the Mahindra VX IV may be the better choice. However, for those desiring a longer warranty period and enhanced bucket maneuverability, the Manitou MBL 745 Ranger would be a suitable option.
| Brand | Mahindra CE | Manitou |
|---|---|---|
| Type | 2WD | 2WD |
| Price | ₹ 23-28 Lakhs | ₹ 32-34 Lakhs |
| Engine | Mahindra 74 HP | Koel 73.5 HP |
| Bucket | 0.27 m³ | 0.27 m³ |
| Shovel | 1.1 m³ | 1 m³ |
| Max Digging Depth | 4959 mm | 4415 mm |
| Max Dump Height | 2708 mm | 2780 mm |
| Weight | 7430 Kg | 7300 Kg |
| Quick Overview: | With an ergonomic operator cabin and high-performance hydraulics, the Mahindra Earthmaster VX IV backhoe loader ensures seamless excavation and material handling. |
With innovative technology and operator comfort, the Manitou MBL 745 Ranger backhoe loader provides seamless excavation and material handling efficiency. |
The Mahindra EarthMaster VX IV and Manitou MBL 745 Ranger are both formidable backhoe loaders with specific strengths. The Mahindra VX IV boasts an optional AC cabin, impressive breakout forces, and a deep digging capacity, whereas the Manitou MBL 745 Ranger offers a longer warranty, possibly more durable engine with a higher displacement, and a significant bucket rotation angle.
Choosing between these two would depend on the specific requirements of the tasks at hand. For extensive digging and excavation tasks, the Mahindra VX IV may be the better choice. However, for those desiring a longer warranty period and enhanced bucket maneuverability, the Manitou MBL 745 Ranger would be a suitable option.
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Brand | |
| Mahindra CE | Manitou |
| Type | |
| 2WD | 2WD |
| Price | |
| ₹ 23-28 Lakhs | ₹ 32-34 Lakhs |
| Engine | |
| Mahindra 74 HP | Koel 73.5 HP |
| Bucket | |
| 0.27 m³ | 0.27 m³ |
| Shovel | |
| 1.1 m³ | 1 m³ |
| Max Digging Depth | |
| 4959 mm | 4415 mm |
| Max Dump Height | |
| 2708 mm | 2780 mm |
| Weight | |
| 7430 Kg | 7300 Kg |
| Quick Overview: | |
With an ergonomic operator cabin and high-performance hydraulics, the Mahindra Earthmaster VX IV backhoe loader ensures seamless excavation and material handling. |
With innovative technology and operator comfort, the Manitou MBL 745 Ranger backhoe loader provides seamless excavation and material handling efficiency. |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger | |
| Engine Make | Mahindra DITEC | Koel 4R1190NA1 |
| Fuel Tank | 120 L | 120 L |
| Max Torque | 306 Nm @ 1300-1700 RPM | 300 Nm |
| Max Speed | 38.97 km/hr | 40 km/hr |
| Hydraulic System | 100 L | NA |
| Max Working Height | 6043 mm | 5650 mm |
| Excavator Max Lift Capacity | 1449 kg | 1460 kg |
| Loader Load Over Height | 4302 mm | 3555 mm |
| Overall Length | NA | 7380 mm |
| Wheel Base | NA | 2185 mm |
| Bucket Digging Force | 5199 kgf | 5685 kgf |
| Shovel Breakout Force | 6243 kgf | 5229 kgf |
| Warranty | 1 Year | 2 Year |
| AC Cabin | Optional | Optional |
| GPS | Standard | Standard |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | |
| Mahindra DITEC | Koel 4R1190NA1 |
| Fuel Tank | |
| 120 L | 120 L |
| Max Torque | |
| 306 Nm @ 1300-1700 RPM | 300 Nm |
| Max Speed | |
| 38.97 km/hr | 40 km/hr |
| Hydraulic System | |
| 100 L | NA |
| Max Working Height | |
| 6043 mm | 5650 mm |
| Excavator Max Lift Capacity | |
| 1449 kg | 1460 kg |
| Loader Load Over Height | |
| 4302 mm | 3555 mm |
| Overall Length | |
| NA | 7380 mm |
| Wheel Base | |
| NA | 2185 mm |
| Bucket Digging Force | |
| 5199 kgf | 5685 kgf |
| Shovel Breakout Force | |
| 6243 kgf | 5229 kgf |
| Warranty | |
| 1 Year | 2 Year |
| AC Cabin | |
| Optional | Optional |
| GPS | |
| Standard | Standard |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger | |
| Model | Mahindra 74 HP | Koel 73.5 HP |
| Type | Diesel Engine; 4 Cylinders; Turbocharged Intercooled | Naturally Aspirated Water Cooled BS IV CEV |
| Gross Power | 74 HP (58.8 kW) @ 2300 RPM | 73.5 HP (54.80 kW) @ 2200 RPM |
| Max Torque | 306 Nm @ 1300-1700 RPM | 300 Nm |
| Displacement | 3.5 L | 4.76 L |
| Battery | 12V / 100 Ah | 12V / 142Ah |
| Alternator | 90A | NA |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger | |
| Type | Four Speed (4 Forward; 4 Reverse); Two Wheel Drive (2 WD); Synchro Shuttle Transmission with Electrically Operated Reversing Shuttle and Torque Convertor | Carraro synchro-shuttle transmission |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger | |
| Type | Front wheel hydrostatic power steering; with priority function | Power Steering |
| Working Pressure | 145 bar | 225 bar |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger | |
| Inner Wheels Braked - Outside Loader Bucket | 4494 mm | 5000 mm |
| Inner Wheels Braked - Outside Wheels | 3091 mm | 3300 mm |
| Inner Wheels not Braked - Outside Loader Bucket | 5697 mm | 5750 mm |
| Inner Wheels not Braked - Outside Wheels | 4464 mm | 4300 mm |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger | |
| Service | Hydraulically actuated; self-adjusting; maintenance free; oil immersed multi-disc; on the rear axle; operated by independent foot pedals; joined together for normal operation. | Wet disc brakes |
| Parking | Hand operated; inbuilt in the rear axle; low maintenance. | Mechanical hand-operated parking brake |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger | |
| Front | 9 x 16 - 16 PR - 2WD | 12.5 x 18 - 12 PR |
| Rear | 16.9 x 28 - 12 PR | 16.9 x 28-12 PR |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger | |
| Forward- 1st gear | 5.66 km/hr | 5.40 km/hr |
| Reverse- 1st gear | 5.66 km/hr | NA |
| Forward- 2nd gear | 9.11 km/hr | 8.60 km/hr |
| Reverse- 2nd gear | 9.11 km/hr | NA |
| Forward- 3rd gear | 20.00 km/hr | 19.90 km/hr |
| Reverse- 3rd gear | 20.00 km/hr | NA |
| Forward- 4th gear | 39.97 km/hr | 40 km/hr |
| Reverse- 4th gear | 39.97 km/hr | NA |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger | |
| Type | Oepn Center; Fixed displacement; Gear Pump | NA |
| Maximum Pump Flow | 115 L/min @ 2350 RPM | 119 L/min |
| System Pressure | 250 bar | 225 bar |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger | |
| Rear Axle | Rigidly mounted drive axle; with outbound planetary final drives; driven by short drive shaft. | NA |
| Front Axle | Centrally pivoted; non-driven unbalanced type axle; with total oscillation of 16°C; with remote greasing facility for the main pin. | NA |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger | |
| Fuel Tank | 120 L | 120 L |
| Engine Coolant | 17 L | 16 L |
| Engine Oil | 13.7 L | 11 L |
| Hydraulic Tank | 50 L | 90 L |
| Hydraulic System | 100 L | NA |
| Transmission | 19.2 L | 17.50 L |
| Rear Axle | 17.1 L | 17.10 L |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger | |
| Maximum Digging Depth | 4959 mm | 4415 mm |
| Reach-Ground Level to Rear Wheel Centre | NA | NA |
| Reach-Ground Level to Slew Centre | 5794 mm | 5710 |
| Reach at Full Height to Slew Centre | 2676 mm | NA |
| Side Reach to Centre Line of Machine | 6324 mm | NA |
| Maximum Working Height | 6043 mm | 5650 mm |
| Maximum Load Over Height | 4302 mm | 3555 mm |
| Bucket Rotation Angle | NA | 197° |
| Bucket Digging force | 5199 kgf | 5685 kgf |
| Arm Digging force | 3182 kgf | 3163 kgf |
| Maximum Lift Capacity | 1449 kg | 1460 kg |
| Standard Bucket Capacity | 0.27 m³ | 0.27 m³ |
| Standard Bucket Width | NA | 889 mm |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger | |
| Dump Height | 2708 mm | 2780 mm |
| Load Over Height | 3253 mm | 3310 mm |
| Pin Height | NA | 3570 mm |
| Pin Forward Reach | NA | NA |
| Reach At Ground | 1350 mm | NA |
| Maximum Reach at Full Height | 1115 mm | 4230 mm |
| Max Reach Full Height Dumped | NA | 710 mm |
| Below Ground Level Dig Depth | NA | 156 mm |
| Rollback at Ground | NA | 45° |
| Dump Angle | NA | 51° |
| Shovel Breakout Force | 6243 kgf | 5229 kgf |
| Loader Arm Breakout Force | 5594 kgf | 4691 kgf |
| Maximum Payload | NA | NA |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger | |
| Machine Weight | 7430 kg | 7300 Kg |
| Overall Length | NA | 7380 mm |
| Wheelbase | NA | 2185 mm |
| Slew Centre to Rear Axle Centre | NA | 1293 mm |
| Minimum Ground Clearance | NA | 280 mm |
| Slew Ground Clearance | NA | NA |
| Height of Cabin | NA | 2830 mm |
| Overall Height | NA | 3520 mm |
| Track Width-Rear | NA | NA |
| Track Width-Front | NA | NA |
| Width Over Bucket | NA | 2330 mm |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Model | |
| Mahindra 74 HP | Koel 73.5 HP |
| Type | |
| Diesel Engine; 4 Cylinders; Turbocharged Intercooled | Naturally Aspirated Water Cooled BS IV CEV |
| Gross Power | |
| 74 HP (58.8 kW) @ 2300 RPM | 73.5 HP (54.80 kW) @ 2200 RPM |
| Max Torque | |
| 306 Nm @ 1300-1700 RPM | 300 Nm |
| Displacement | |
| 3.5 L | 4.76 L |
| Battery | |
| 12V / 100 Ah | 12V / 142Ah |
| Alternator | |
| 90A | NA |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Type | |
| Four Speed (4 Forward; 4 Reverse); Two Wheel Drive (2 WD); Synchro Shuttle Transmission with Electrically Operated Reversing Shuttle and Torque Convertor | Carraro synchro-shuttle transmission |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Type | |
| Front wheel hydrostatic power steering; with priority function | Power Steering |
| Working Pressure | |
| 145 bar | 225 bar |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Inner Wheels Braked - Outside Loader Bucket | |
| 4494 mm | 5000 mm |
| Inner Wheels Braked - Outside Wheels | |
| 3091 mm | 3300 mm |
| Inner Wheels not Braked - Outside Loader Bucket | |
| 5697 mm | 5750 mm |
| Inner Wheels not Braked - Outside Wheels | |
| 4464 mm | 4300 mm |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Service | |
| Hydraulically actuated; self-adjusting; maintenance free; oil immersed multi-disc; on the rear axle; operated by independent foot pedals; joined together for normal operation. | Wet disc brakes |
| Parking | |
| Hand operated; inbuilt in the rear axle; low maintenance. | Mechanical hand-operated parking brake |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Front | |
| 9 x 16 - 16 PR - 2WD | 12.5 x 18 - 12 PR |
| Rear | |
| 16.9 x 28 - 12 PR | 16.9 x 28-12 PR |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Forward- 1st gear | |
| 5.66 km/hr | 5.40 km/hr |
| Reverse- 1st gear | |
| 5.66 km/hr | NA |
| Forward- 2nd gear | |
| 9.11 km/hr | 8.60 km/hr |
| Reverse- 2nd gear | |
| 9.11 km/hr | NA |
| Forward- 3rd gear | |
| 20.00 km/hr | 19.90 km/hr |
| Reverse- 3rd gear | |
| 20.00 km/hr | NA |
| Forward- 4th gear | |
| 39.97 km/hr | 40 km/hr |
| Reverse- 4th gear | |
| 39.97 km/hr | NA |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Type | |
| Oepn Center; Fixed displacement; Gear Pump | NA |
| Maximum Pump Flow | |
| 115 L/min @ 2350 RPM | 119 L/min |
| System Pressure | |
| 250 bar | 225 bar |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Rear Axle | |
| Rigidly mounted drive axle; with outbound planetary final drives; driven by short drive shaft. | NA |
| Front Axle | |
| Centrally pivoted; non-driven unbalanced type axle; with total oscillation of 16°C; with remote greasing facility for the main pin. | NA |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | |
| 120 L | 120 L |
| Engine Coolant | |
| 17 L | 16 L |
| Engine Oil | |
| 13.7 L | 11 L |
| Hydraulic Tank | |
| 50 L | 90 L |
| Hydraulic System | |
| 100 L | NA |
| Transmission | |
| 19.2 L | 17.50 L |
| Rear Axle | |
| 17.1 L | 17.10 L |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Maximum Digging Depth | |
| 4959 mm | 4415 mm |
| Reach-Ground Level to Rear Wheel Centre | |
| NA | NA |
| Reach-Ground Level to Slew Centre | |
| 5794 mm | 5710 |
| Reach at Full Height to Slew Centre | |
| 2676 mm | NA |
| Side Reach to Centre Line of Machine | |
| 6324 mm | NA |
| Maximum Working Height | |
| 6043 mm | 5650 mm |
| Maximum Load Over Height | |
| 4302 mm | 3555 mm |
| Bucket Rotation Angle | |
| NA | 197° |
| Bucket Digging force | |
| 5199 kgf | 5685 kgf |
| Arm Digging force | |
| 3182 kgf | 3163 kgf |
| Maximum Lift Capacity | |
| 1449 kg | 1460 kg |
| Standard Bucket Capacity | |
| 0.27 m³ | 0.27 m³ |
| Standard Bucket Width | |
| NA | 889 mm |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Dump Height | |
| 2708 mm | 2780 mm |
| Load Over Height | |
| 3253 mm | 3310 mm |
| Pin Height | |
| NA | 3570 mm |
| Pin Forward Reach | |
| NA | NA |
| Reach At Ground | |
| 1350 mm | NA |
| Maximum Reach at Full Height | |
| 1115 mm | 4230 mm |
| Max Reach Full Height Dumped | |
| NA | 710 mm |
| Below Ground Level Dig Depth | |
| NA | 156 mm |
| Rollback at Ground | |
| NA | 45° |
| Dump Angle | |
| NA | 51° |
| Shovel Breakout Force | |
| 6243 kgf | 5229 kgf |
| Loader Arm Breakout Force | |
| 5594 kgf | 4691 kgf |
| Maximum Payload | |
| NA | NA |
| Mahindra VX IV | Manitou MBL 745 Ranger |
|---|---|
| Machine Weight | |
| 7430 kg | 7300 Kg |
| Overall Length | |
| NA | 7380 mm |
| Wheelbase | |
| NA | 2185 mm |
| Slew Centre to Rear Axle Centre | |
| NA | 1293 mm |
| Minimum Ground Clearance | |
| NA | 280 mm |
| Slew Ground Clearance | |
| NA | NA |
| Height of Cabin | |
| NA | 2830 mm |
| Overall Height | |
| NA | 3520 mm |
| Track Width-Rear | |
| NA | NA |
| Track Width-Front | |
| NA | NA |
| Width Over Bucket | |
| NA | 2330 mm |
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