The 1970C has a range of features including a 70ft three-section proportional boom, a 121ft max boom tip height with optional two-piece jib. It also has a fixed jib option, self-lubricating boom slider pads and a two-speed planetary hoist with grooved drum and negative draft flanges. The crane has a load-moment indicator system along with a two-section telescopic jib option and A-frame outriggers and stabilisers.
Manitex said that the 1970C required no additional counter weight, which offered greater payload capabilities. The 1970C has been designed to be installed on all North American made truck chassis that meet Manitex’s truck chassis requirements.
The American firm revealed that with testing all but complete, it has already received a number of orders for the new 1970C. Production deliveries are expected to begin in July 2013.
