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 News Release
April 24, 2006
Grove Introduces Three New All-Terrains at Intermat
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| Grove GMK5220 |
Grove displayed three new all-terrain cranes at Intermat 2006, unveiling the
GMK2035E, GMK4080-1, and GMK5220. Grove manufactures the GMK2035E at the
Manitowoc Crane Group facility in Niella Tanaro, Italy and the others at the
production facility in Wilhelmshaven, Germany.
Largest of the new models is the GMK5220, the GMK5275 in the US. The five-axle
crane has a capacity rating of 220 t (or 275 USt) and a 68 m (223 ft) main
boom. It has one of the strongest lifting charts of five-axle cranes in the
market with a 14 t (15.4 USt) capacity on its fully-extended boom.
The GMK5220’s excellent capacity is the result of the newly enhanced MEGAFORM
boom profile and further engineering design improvements. The new design
features a stronger, lighter carrier incorporating a new hydraulic-electronic
steering system. This new “steer by wire” system also reduces tire wear and
improves drive quality. When combined with the powerful 420 kW (563 hp)
Mercedes engine and Allison transmission, the GMK5220 offers the strongest and
best performing carrier in its class.
New in the four-axle category is the GMK4080-1, the GMK4100 in the US. The
crane has an 80 t capacity rating (or 100 USt) and a six-section 51 m (167 ft)
main boom. It lifts 6.6 t (7.3 USt) at its maximum boom point of 51 m (167 ft)
and out to a radius of 20 m (65.6 ft).
Additional equipment includes a multi-function remote-control which allows the
user to operate the outriggers and swingaway jib from the safest and most
convenient position outside of the cab.
The third new AT is the GMK2035E, an updated version of the company’s popular
35 t (35 USt) GMK2035. Like its predecessor, the GMK2035E has the same 35 t
(35 USt) maximum capacity rating and 29 m (95 ft) main boom. However, the
GMK2035E makes use of rigid axles with hydrogas, and offers an optional
manually offset jib (in addition to the hydraulic luffing jib which is
available as an option on both models). Elsewhere, the crane boasts all the
features Grove customers have come to expect including the ECOS electronic
control system and EKS 5 Light load monitoring system.
About the Manitowoc Company
The Manitowoc Company, Inc. is one
of the world’s largest providers of lifting equipment for the global
construction industry, including lattice-boom cranes, tower cranes, mobile
telescopic cranes, and boom trucks. As a leading manufacturer of ice-cube
machines, ice/beverage dispensers, and commercial refrigeration equipment, the
company offers the broadest line of cold-focused foodservice equipment in the
industry. In addition, the company is a leading provider of shipbuilding, ship
repair, and conversion services for government, military, and commercial
customers throughout the U.S. maritime industry.
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GMK5220 Photograph (2.74 MB)
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