21.01.2013

New Grove three-axle AT crane

Manitowoc is set to launch the new three axle Grove GMK3060 All Terrain crane at Bauma. The crane is an upgrade to the GMK3055 offering improved capacity across the entire load chart - thanks to an additional two tonnes of counterweight - a new operator's cab and 43 metre main boom.
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Manitowoc is set to launch the three axle Grove GMK3060 AT crane at Bauma 2013

The GMK3060 also features a new boom optimisation feature, which allows operators to input basic lift parameters, such as load, radius and load height, and the system automatically provides optimal boom options for performing the lift saving time and making the set-up process much easier.

The GMK3060 is one of the first Grove cranes to feature Manitowoc’s new Crane Control System (CCS) which will eventually be rolled out on all new Manitowoc, Potain and Grove cranes. In addition to the GMK3060, CCS is featured on the RT550E, a new 45 tonne RT crane also debuting at the show.

All-terrain crane product manager Andreas Cremer said: "CCS offers one of the most user-friendly interfaces on the market. This control system makes our cranes easier to use and more efficient. The new GMK3060 and RT550E, which we expect to be very popular among rental companies and contractors, will show visitors at bauma how the system works and how operators can get the most out of a Manitowoc crane.”