ACE Unveils Next-Gen BS-V(CE-V) Backhoe Loader at Bauma 2024

12 Dec 2024 CW Team

Action Construction Equipment (ACE), India’s leading manufacturer of material handling and construction equipment, has unveiled its all new BS-V(CE-V) AX124 Backhoe Loader at Bauma Conexpo 2024 setting new standards for sustainability, performance, and efficiency.

The all new AX124 BS-5(CE-V) Backhoe Loader powered by TATA 74 h.p engine is engineered to meet the stringent Bharat Stage V (BS-V)(CE-V) emission norms & comes with a fresh new styling boasting of new bold grill, muscular bonnet & premium cabin. The machine delivers exceptional fuel efficiency and lower emissions, positioning ACE at the forefront of sustainable construction solutions.

Sorab Agarwal, Executive Director, ACE, said, “The unveiling of our all new BS-V(CE-V) AX124 Backhoe Loader marks a defining moment in ACE's journey toward innovation and sustainability. The new backhoe loader not only delivers 15% better fuel efficiency but also 15% higher output per litre of fuel consumption. The new generation backhoe delivers on our promise of offering customers contemporary machines, high on performance & efficiency but at the right price.”

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