Big: Link-Belt’s new RTC-80130 Series II
LAS VEGAS, NV (March 11, 2008)— Link-Belt announced the all-new RTC-80130 Series II 130-ton (Intn’l rating: 120-mt) rough terrain crane at ConExpo in Las Vegas. The biggest RT Link-Belt has ever produced, this new crane combines the enormously successful attributes of the RTC-80100 Series II, 100-ton (90.7-mt) RT with Link-Belt’s latching boom technology to create one of the strongest, most easily transported RT’s in the industry.
Long
and strong
The five-section, 162-ft (49.3-m) formed boom is made of extra high
tensile steel and has one double-acting, single stage hydraulic cylinder
with integrated holding valves. This powerful configuration telescopes
loads like a conventional full-power boom. Five boom modes vary the
extension of the telescoping sections and provide superior capacities.
To eliminate boom grease, wear pads with Teflon inserts self-lubricate
the boom sections. The top and bottom pads, respectively, are also
universal making parts inventories simple. Maximum boom tip height is
171 ft (52.1 m).
One of this crane’s major innovations is the 10-ft (3-m) heavy-lift fly that easily swings and pins into place and is integral to one of the on-board fly options. Alone, it has over 20 tons (18.1-mt) of capacity and lift procedures for two load lines making it perfect for tilt-up work. With the optional 31–55-ft (9.4–16.7-m) bi-fold lattice fly, and three 18-ft (5.5-m) lattice extensions, maximum tip height is 278 ft (84.7 m) and is offsettable to 2, 15, 30, and 45 degrees.
Low to the road
Based on its 100-ton (90.7-mt) sibling, the 80130 was designed from the
beginning for outstanding transportability. It transports in two loads
with the main load under 94,000 lbs (42 637.7 kg) with the boom, both
winches, three-piece fly, and tires attached. No other big RT can do
that. On a trailer, the load height is less than 14 ft (4.3 m) and,
without the counterweights and outrigger boxes, is less than 10 ft (3 m)
wide. And this crane can be disassembled and ready for transport in one
hour with no helper crane.
Not only is this crane easy to transport, it’s easy to maneuver on the
job site. The hydrostatic drive has variable speed piston pumps
supplying hydraulic power to all six wheel drive motors for outstanding
creep control. The turn radius is a remarkable 21 ft (6.4 m) for the
26-ft (7.92-m) long carrier. This drive system, along with smaller
tires, gives an overall height of only 12 ft, 2.5 in (3.72 m). A switch
in the cab controls the four independent steering modes: two-wheel
front, four-wheel rear, six-wheel, and crab. With a 46-ton (41.7-mt)
pick and carry capacity, long reach, low height, and incredible
gradeability, the 80130 is an ideal solution for industrial sites.
Motivating this maneuverability is a Caterpillar C9, 325-hp (242.3 kW) engine with 1,095 ft-lb (1 485 Nm) of torque.
Cab comfort
The galvaneal steel cab is acoustically insulated for long days at the
job site. The tinted and tempered glass and extra-large front windows
with wiper and washer ensure a clear, safe view of the load. The six-way
adjustable, power-tilting seat keeps the operator relaxed and free of
fatigue. The armrest controls tilt with the seat further enhancing an
ergonomic seating position. Standard heat and optional air conditioning
will keep this cab cozy in all climates.
Further enhancing safety, the Microguard Rated Capacity Limiter has an audio/visual warning system integrated into the dash with anti-two block and function limiter. Available operating data includes boom length and angle, percent of allowed load, and optional third wrap indicator. It also includes operator settable alarms for maximum tip height, maximum and minimum boom angles, and operator defined area.
Innovation and success
“Six years ago at the 2002 ConExpo,” said Rick Curnutte, Product Manger
for Telescopic Cranes, “Link-Belt introduced the RTC-80100 Series II
which was the very first 6-wheel, hydrostatically driven rough terrain
crane. It quickly redefined the large rough terrain market by being the
only large RT designed with transport in mind. Now there will be two.
And we feel that the RTC-80130 Series II will be just as successful!”
Other standout features of the RTC-80130 Series II:
- 43,000 lbs (18 505 kg) of counterweight
- 21,022 lbs (9 535.4 kg) maximum line pull
- 431 fpm (131.4 m/min) maximum line speed
- Supported 24/7 by Link-Belt Preferred including online manuals, literature, a ground bearing calculator, and 3D Lift Plan.