The ACE Phantom TLB is distributed in South Africa by MCM Group — bringing Indian-engineered 4WD backhoe loaders with proven reliability to local farmers and contractors. Machines are available from MCM branches in Cape Town, George, Gauteng, and Bloemfontein.
ACE Equipment is India’s leading crane and TLB manufacturer, holding a majority market share in mobile and tower cranes across the Indian subcontinent. In December 2023, MCM Group partnered with ACE to introduce their agricultural and construction machinery range to South Africa — starting with the flagship ACE Phantom 4WD TLB.
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Why MCM Partnered with ACE Equipment
The partnership brings a suite of agricultural and earthmoving solutions tailored for South African conditions. As a result, local farmers and contractors can access ACE’s precision-engineered TLBs alongside MCM’s existing backhoe loader range — giving buyers a clear choice between entry-level and premium options at each price point. The ACE partnership sits alongside MCM Group’s existing distribution deals with Carter Excavators and HZM Front End Loaders.

About the ACE Phantom 4WD TLB
The ACE Phantom TLB is the flagship of this partnership — a 4WD backhoe loader designed for both agricultural and heavy civil work. Launched in the South African market in January 2024, the Phantom combines proven Indian manufacturing with MCM Group’s local parts and service backbone.

About ACE Equipment
ACE Equipment is headquartered in India and manufactures a full range of material handling and construction machinery. In practice, the company exports to markets across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East — with South Africa now served exclusively through MCM Group. Specifically, ACE is known for rigorous quality control at its production facilities and for engineering machines that perform in harsh, dusty operating conditions similar to those across Southern Africa.
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Written by the MCM Marketing Team
Published: 23 December 2023
The MCM Marketing Team works closely with MCM Group’s sales, parts and service teams to develop practical equipment ownership guides for South African contractors and farmers. Our content combines direct on-site experience with industry research to help readers make better buying decisions.
Find ACE Equipment Nationwide
MCM Group distributes ACE Equipment machinery from branches in Cape Town, George, Gauteng (Midrand), and Bloemfontein. Walk in, call, or get in touch online for product advice, quotes, and after-sales support.
Browse the MCM TLB range for more information, or contact MCM Group for a quote. ACE machines align with South African construction and agricultural standards — for industry context, see SAFCEC.



