Manitowoc has delivered the very first Grove GMK5150L-1e Plug-in Hybrid all-terrain crane to Mammoet at its sales and service facility in Breda, the Netherlands.
Manufactured in Wilhelmshaven, Germany, the crane offers a maximum lifting capacity of 150t and a 60m main boom.
It operates entirely emissions-free when running in electric mode through a 160kWh battery pack, while providing the same lifting performance and mobility as the traditional diesel-powered GMK5150L-1.
The GMK5150L-1e features a ‘charge-while-driving’ system that allows its battery to recharge while the vehicle is en route to or from worksites.
The model supports several charging options, including DC fast charging, 32A/400V AC charging, and a 163kW onboard generator.
Mammoet operations manager Eelco de Leeuw said: “Even without electricity at the jobsite, the GMK5150L-1e allows us to reliably complete our projects. Most importantly, it operates electrically and independently.”
Mammoet selected this model in line with its company objectives focusing on sustainability in project execution, noting operational flexibility as a key consideration, especially in environments with limited charging infrastructure.
According to Manitowoc, close collaboration with customers like Mammoet informed the design process, ensuring the final model met key jobsite performance and reliability requirements.
Operator feedback led to the development of features such as lower noise levels during electric operation, which provide improved comfort without affecting the crane’s full performance capabilities.
