Manitowoc launches Russian-focussed truck crane

14 June 2011

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Manitowoc has launched a new locally-assembled truck crane at CTT 2011 in Mosow. The 35t crane, with a 39m five-section full power boom is aimed squarely at the local market.

Manitowoc claims the crane’s boom is 3m longer than its closest competitor, and 8m longer than most cranes in its class.

Guillaume Van Hoeck, EMEA business manager for truck cranes at Manitowoc, said Grove focused on three factors for crane design.

“Cranes in this capacity class are designed for reliability, easy operation and productivity,” he said. “We looked at each key factor and manufactured a crane that sets the benchmark in Russia.”

Oleg Sokolov, Manitowoc’s sales manager for mobile cranes in Russia, said the company worked hard to manufacture a crane appropriate for the region.

“Russia is one of the world’s largest truck crane markets, and customers have a strong opinion about what these cranes should offer,” he said. “We worked hard, studied the market and talked with customers about their needs.”

Manitowoc launched the crane in conjunction with Global Cranes, one of its Russian dealers. Global Cranes will assemble and sell the crane for Manitowoc in the Moscow area. The GBT35 combines a Grove upperworks with a locally-built Volvo truck carrier. By choosing this carrier, Manitowoc says that it will ensure customers get Volvo’s trademark quality, and access to the best parts and service. The truck uses standard tires and does not require a special permit to travel on Russian highways.

Manitowoc says the GBT35 is fast and easy to operate as a taxi crane, and the 39m main boom handles lifts that otherwise require a jib.

The crane has a 58 m maximum tip height with jib extensions, and uses Grove’s Easy Glide Boom Wear Pads. The pads reduce boom chatter and vibration for smoother crane operation.


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