The new GRT8120 features the longest boom and strongest load charts in its class, along with a new compact carrier design with flat decking for improved maneuverability, serviceability and jobsite access. Combined, these features make the crane ideal for work in the petrochemical, construction and wind power industries, among others. John Bair, Product Manager for rough-terrain cranes at Manitowoc said the crane?s features were largely driven by market demand, reflecting The Manitowoc Way, which is Manitowoc?s operating system that focuses on a commitment to innovation and velocity that fulfills customers? needs.

?Many of our customers wanted to fill a void in the 120 USt class, and also increase their crane utilisation with easier transportability, greater reach and capacity, and improved access for serviceability,? he said. ?We were able to accomplish this through an all-new carrier design along with several other new features debuting on this crane. We are happy to say that the 197-ft boom length and strong load charts put this crane at the top of its class.?

Based largely off the success of the GRT8100, the GRT8120 has a capacity of 120 USt (120 t) and a 197 ft (60 m) main boom with 265 ft (80.8 m) max height when equipped with the 57.6 ft (17.6 m) bi-fold swingaway extension that comes in either manual or hydraulically offsettable configurations. Also, new to the GRT8120 is the MAXbase asymmetrical outrigger system for ultimate versatility in job site setups. This feature, combined with the lightweight, compact carrier and long boom, make this crane ideal for congested job sites that require maximum reach. A new, wider, full-vision cab with 20? tilt maximises operator comfort and visibility. From an operational perspective, the GRT8120 features the Boom Configurator mode that simplifies telescoping of the boom and provides on-board lift planning.

The new crane has a full LED lighting package with new side-mounted carrier work lights, and the design improves upon previous crane models with increased storage and improved accessibility for servicing. Combined with its compact dimensions and its lightweight gross vehicle weight, the crane will have easy transport to job sites, need minimal job site preparation and provide exceptional maneuverability, which should increase utilisation rates for many users. On the job site, it has a 15 mph (24.1 km/hr) travel speed with full counterweight.