Tarle SLM 3000 VS AJAX ARGO 4500 Self Loading Concrete Mixer

₹ 34 – 36 Lakhs^*

Tarle SLM 3000

Drum Size

3.0 m³
Engine

KOEL 74.5 HP
Water Tank

600 L
Max. Speed

28 km/h
Gradeability

25°
Drive

4 Wheel Drive

Self Loading

₹ 44 – 46 Lakhs^*

AJAX ARGO 4500

Drum Size

4.5 m³
Engine

KOEL 110 HP
Water Tank

800 L
Max. Speed

28 km/h
Gradeability

21°
Drive

4 Wheel Drive

Self Loading

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Key Highlights	Tarle SLM 3000	AJAX ARGO 4500

Tarle SLM 3000 VS AJAX ARGO 4500 Self Loading Concrete Mixer

Tarle SLM 3000

₹ 34 – 36 Lakhs

AJAX ARGO 4500

₹ 44 – 46 Lakhs

Particulars	Tarle SLM 3000	AJAX ARGO 4500

Overview Summary

The Tarle SLM 3000 is a compact and efficient self-loading concrete mixer that is optimized for agile and medium job scopes, with a focus on on-site batching autonomy. The AJAX ARGO 4500, on the other hand, offers higher mixing power and capacity designed to handle large-scale projects with ease and flexibility.

Tarle SLM 3000 Self Loading Concrete Mixer

Pros:

Compact design suitable for medium jobs
Efficient tilt-drum batch control
Autonomous on-site batching
4-wheel mechanical transmission
Higher engine power of 74.5 HP at 2200 RPM as per given specs
Electronic hydraulic pressure weighing technology

Cons:

Manual mechanical steering
Less drum capacity (3.0 m³)
Lower gradeability (25°)
Smaller water tank capacity (600 L)
Lower unladen weight (7040 Kg) which may affect stability

AJAX ARGO 4500 Self Loading Concrete Mixer

Pros:

Suitable for large-scale workloads with rugged mixing power
Higher drum capacity (4.5 m³) for increased productivity
Hydrostatic power steering for better maneuverability
Advanced transmission type (4-wheel drive automotive hydrostatic transmission)
Multiple engine options allowing for power customization
Higher water tank capacity (800 L)

Cons:

Potentially higher purchase and maintenance cost due to complex features
Heavier unladen weight (8890 kg) may reduce transportability
Reduced gradeability (21°) compared to Tarle SLM 3000

Closing Recommendation

For medium-scale projects that require compactness and efficiency, the Tarle SLM 3000 would be suitable. In contrast, for larger scale and demanding work environments where maximum productivity is required, the AJAX ARGO 4500 would be the better choice. Consider your project scale, performance needs, and budget to make an informed decision.

Tarle SLM 3000 Vs AJAX ARGO 4500 Self Loading Price, Technical Specifications & Features


Brand	Tarle Transit mixer	AJAX Engg Transit mixer
Type	Self Loading	Self Loading
Ex-Showroom Price	₹ 34 – 36 Lakhs	₹ 44 – 46 Lakhs
Drum Size	3.0 m³	4.5 m³
Engine	KOEL 74.5 HP	KOEL 110 HP
Water Tank	600 L	800 L
Max.Speed	28 km/h	28 km/h
Gradeability	21°	21°
Drive	4 Wheel Drive	4 Wheel Drive
Quick Overview:	Compact yet capable, the Tarle SLM 3000 features efficient mixing, tilt-drum batch control, and on-site batching autonomy for agile medium jobs.	The AJAX ARGO 4500 self-loading concrete mixer provides reliable on-site batching and mixing. It has a 4.5 m³ drum capacity and a powerful 110 HP diesel engine. This guarantees consistent concrete quality and strong performance. Designed by AJAX Engineering, this concrete mixer machine improves productivity and simplifies operations. Its durable structure and self-loading feature make it suitable for infrastructure, road work, and remote construction needs.

Overview Summary

Tarle SLM 3000 Self Loading Concrete Mixer

Pros:

Compact design suitable for medium jobs
Efficient tilt-drum batch control
Autonomous on-site batching
4-wheel mechanical transmission
Higher engine power of 74.5 HP at 2200 RPM as per given specs
Electronic hydraulic pressure weighing technology

Cons:

Manual mechanical steering
Less drum capacity (3.0 m³)
Lower gradeability (25°)
Smaller water tank capacity (600 L)
Lower unladen weight (7040 Kg) which may affect stability

AJAX ARGO 4500 Self Loading Concrete Mixer

Pros:

Suitable for large-scale workloads with rugged mixing power
Higher drum capacity (4.5 m³) for increased productivity
Hydrostatic power steering for better maneuverability
Advanced transmission type (4-wheel drive automotive hydrostatic transmission)
Multiple engine options allowing for power customization
Higher water tank capacity (800 L)

Cons:

Potentially higher purchase and maintenance cost due to complex features
Heavier unladen weight (8890 kg) may reduce transportability
Reduced gradeability (21°) compared to Tarle SLM 3000

Closing Recommendation

Tarle SLM 3000 Vs AJAX ARGO 4500 Self Loading Price, Technical Specifications & Features

Tarle SLM 3000	AJAX ARGO 4500
Brand
Tarle Transit mixer	AJAX Engg Transit mixer
Type
Self Loading	Self Loading
Ex-Showroom Price
₹ 34 – 36 Lakhs	₹ 44 – 46 Lakhs
Drum Size
3.0 m³	4.5 m³
Engine
KOEL 74.5 HP	KOEL 110 HP
Water Tank
600 L	800 L
Max. Speed
28 km/h	28 km/h
Gradeability
25°	21°
Drive
4 Wheel Drive	4 Wheel Drive
Quick Overview:
Compact yet capable, the Tarle SLM 3000 features efficient mixing, tilt-drum batch control, and on-site batching autonomy for agile medium jobs.	The AJAX ARGO 4500 self-loading concrete mixer provides reliable on-site batching and mixing. It has a 4.5 m³ drum capacity and a powerful 110 HP diesel engine. This guarantees consistent concrete quality and strong performance. Designed by AJAX Engineering, this concrete mixer machine improves productivity and simplifies operations. Its durable structure and self-loading feature make it suitable for infrastructure, road work, and remote construction needs.

Tarle SLM 3000 Vs AJAX ARGO 4500 Self Loading Key Highlights

	Tarle SLM 3000	AJAX ARGO 4500
Engine Make	KOEL 4R1040TC	Kirloskar / Mahindra / Tata
Fuel Tank	100 L	135 L
Hydraulic Tank	NA	800 L
Bucket Capacity	450 L	600 L
Water Pump Capacity	275 L/min	300 L/min
Drum Rotation Speed	0 to 21 rpm	0 to 18 rpm
Overall Length	6200 mm	6973 mm
Overall Width	2230 mm	2480 mm
Overall Height	4300 mm	4330 mm
Tyres	12.5 - 18MT63 16PR HD	405 / 70-20 MT54 14 PR (HD)

Tarle SLM 3000 Vs AJAX ARGO 4500 Self Loading Key Highlights

Tarle SLM 3000	AJAX ARGO 4500
Engine Make
KOEL 4R1040TC	Kirloskar / Mahindra / Tata
Fuel Tank
100 L	135 L
Hydraulic Tank
NA	800 L
Bucket Capacity
450 L	600 L
Water Pump Capacity
275 L/min	300 L/min
Drum Rotation Speed
0 to 21 rpm	0 to 18 rpm
Overall Length
6200 mm	6973 mm
Overall Width
2230 mm	2480 mm
Overall Height
4300 mm	4330 mm
Tyres
12.5 - 18MT63 16PR HD	405 / 70-20 MT54 14 PR (HD)

Tarle SLM 3000 Vs AJAX ARGO 4500 Self Loading Specifications

Engine

	Tarle SLM 3000	AJAX ARGO 4500
Engine Make	KOEL 4R1040TC	Kirloskar / Mahindra / Tata
Engine Type	Turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel (BS IV); CRDI	CEV-5 / BS-5; 4 Cylinder Inline; Water Cooled; Turbo Charged Intercooled
Max. Power	74.5 HP (55.6 kW) @ 2200 RPM	110 HP (81 kW) @ 2200 rpm / 112 HP (83.5 kW) @ 2200 rpm / 136 HP (101.5 kW) @ 2200 rpm

Drive & Control

	Tarle SLM 3000	AJAX ARGO 4500
Transmission Type	4WD with 4‑wheel mechanical transmission	4‑Wheel Drive Automotive Hydrostatic Transmission
Steering Type	Manual mechanical	Hydrostatic Power Steering; 3 Way Steering
Drive Type	4 Wheel Drive	4 Wheel Drive
Brake	Fully-enclosed oil-bath disc brakes	Hydraulic wet disc brakes with emergency parking brake
Max. Speed	28 km/h	28 km/h
Gradeability	25°	21°

Mixer

	Tarle SLM 3000	AJAX ARGO 4500
Drum Capacity	3.0 m³	4.5 m³
Drum Slewing Degree	NA	NA
Drum Rotation Speed	0 to 21 rpm	0 to 18 rpm
Bucket Capacity	450 L	600 L
Fuel Tank	100 L	135 L
Water Tank Capacity	600 L	800 L
Water Pump Capacity	275 L/min	300 L/min
Weight Unladen**	7040 Kg	8890 kg
Weighing Technology	Electronic hydraulic pressure	Presser Transducer / Load Cell

Dimensions

	Tarle SLM 3000	AJAX ARGO 4500
Overall Length	6200 mm	6973 mm
Overall Width	2230 mm	2480 mm
Overall Height	4300 mm	4330 mm
Tyres	12.5 - 18MT63 16PR HD	405 / 70-20 MT54 14 PR (HD)
Ground Clearance	340 mm	373 mm

Tarle SLM 3000 Vs AJAX ARGO 4500 Self Loading Specifications

Engine

Tarle SLM 3000	AJAX ARGO 4500
Engine Make
KOEL 4R1040TC	Kirloskar / Mahindra / Tata
Engine Type
Turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel (BS IV); CRDI	CEV-5 / BS-5; 4 Cylinder Inline; Water Cooled; Turbo Charged Intercooled
Max. Power
74.5 HP (55.6 kW) @ 2200 RPM	110 HP (81 kW) @ 2200 rpm / 112 HP (83.5 kW) @ 2200 rpm / 136 HP (101.5 kW) @ 2200 rpm

Drive & Control

Tarle SLM 3000	AJAX ARGO 4500
Transmission Type
4WD with 4‑wheel mechanical transmission	4‑Wheel Drive Automotive Hydrostatic Transmission
Steering Type
Manual mechanical	Hydrostatic Power Steering; 3 Way Steering
Drive Type
4 Wheel Drive	4 Wheel Drive
Brake
Fully-enclosed oil-bath disc brakes	Hydraulic wet disc brakes with emergency parking brake
Max. Speed
28 km/h	28 km/h
Gradeability
25°	21°

Mixer

Tarle SLM 3000	AJAX ARGO 4500
Drum Capacity
3.0 m³	4.5 m³
Drum Slewing Degree
NA	NA
Drum Rotation Speed
0 to 21 rpm	0 to 18 rpm
Bucket Capacity
450 L	600 L
Fuel Tank
100 L	135 L
Water Tank Capacity
600 L	800 L
Water Pump Capacity
275 L/min	300 L/min
Weight Unladen**
7040 Kg	8890 kg
Weighing Technology
Electronic hydraulic pressure	Presser Transducer / Load Cell

Dimensions

Tarle SLM 3000	AJAX ARGO 4500
Overall Length
6200 mm	6973 mm
Overall Width
2230 mm	2480 mm
Overall Height
4300 mm	4330 mm
Tyres
12.5 - 18MT63 16PR HD	405 / 70-20 MT54 14 PR (HD)
Ground Clearance
340 mm	373 mm