Potain MDT 218

The MDT 218 is the fourth model in the MDT City line. Two versions of the new crane are available – an 8t and a 10t version. Further flexibility is available as two masts offer under hook heights of either 55.7m on a 1.6m mast or 65.2m on a 2m mast. Maximum jib is 65m, while the crane lifts 8t to 25.7m or 10t to 21m. The MDT 218 has the latest generation of frequency converter-controlled mechanisms for precise, efficient, and smooth slewing, hoisting, and trolleying.

The MDT 268 will be available in two versions – with either a 10t or a 12t maximum capacity. Both have a maximum jib of 65m and the 12t machine will lift 2.5t at its jib end, while the 10t machine will lift 2.6t at its jib end.

As with other MDT cranes, the new model’s profiled jib features quick pin connections found elsewhere in the MDT City line and its 1.2m width makes it easy to transport. The crane also features a distinctive counter-jib design, which can fold for greater efficiency in transportation. The hoist unit is mounted on a platform at the rear of the turntable and offers easy access during erection and service. Simple plug-in attachments connect all electrical and safety connections.

The crane features a range of LVF Optima hoist choices and the efficient RVF Optima+ slewing mechanism for better productivity tuned to any customer requirements. Parts commonality among the cranes in the MDT range helps keep inventory and manufacturing costs as low as possible.

Francois Czerwinski, Potain’s product manager for top-slewing tower cranes, said the new models in the MDT range reinforced Potain’s leadership in the topless market.

“Potain’s strength in topless technology continues to grow as end users want to save cost and time, while achieving greater efficiency on job sites,” he said. “Potain’s topless cranes are also quicker and easier to erect, even in confined spaces, offering further benefits.”


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