Tadano has added a new 60 ton (54 tonne) option to its GTC Series of telecrawlers: the GTC-600-2. It’s an upgrade replacement for the current 55-ton (50 tonne) GTC-550 model. The GTC-600-2 has a 113.8’ full power boom, 28.9 ft/49.9 ft extension and jib, OPTI-WIDTH and lifting capacities up to 4° out of level with full pick and carry. Like the GTC-550 it remains a one-truck machine.
“Our latest addition to the GTC Series provides incredible value for its users,” says Reagan Bull, COO at Tadano Mantis Corp. “It’s the only 60-ton capacity teleboom crawler that is transported on one truck, plus it has incredible job versatility. The GTC-600-2 will excel in core applications like bridge/heavy civil, power transmission and foundation construction, while being appealing for lift crane-based markets as well.”
The crane is being built at Tadano Mantis’ plant in the USA and, at first, will be sold to the North American market.
The GTC-600-2 has the same features as its 55-ton predecessor – jib capacities to 2.5° out of level, dual hook operation with auxiliary nose sheave or jib, powerful winches with 16 mm rope, remote control for all rigging operations as standard, best in class gradeability at 85% – and it has an improved swing system. The new closed-loop hydrostatic system will provide operators with smooth and precise control.
Additionally, the GTC-600-2 utilises the full capabilities of the Tadano AML-C Rated Capacity Indicator and has operating load charts for 0.5°, 1.5°, 2.5° and 4° slope with automatic out of level load chart switching based on the cranes position on the jobsite. It is also possible for the operator to set work zone limits for swing angle, height, and radius, and the crane has functional soft stops as operation approaches these pre-set limits.
“Customers have come to expect and rely on our proven and reliable systems, including efficiency, ease of use, reliability, and rapid deployment of machines,” adds Allen Kadow, Tadano Product Manager for Telescopic and Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes. “The new GTC-600-2 will exceed expectations with its versatility, outstanding features and manufacturer support.”
The GTC-600-2 is powered by a Cummins Tier 4f, Euromot stage IV QSB6.7 diesel engine rated 260 hp (194 kW) @ 2,200 rpm. An optional Heavy Configuration (28,200 lbs /12,791 kg) counterweight package provides increased lifting performance at longer radiuses.
