Grove rolls out new 800-ton AT
03 March 2026
The 800-ton Grove GMK8700 features two boom configurations, offering the preferred system for the project.
On the opening day of ConExpo, Manitowoc has launched what it terms the “strongest all-terrain crane to date and setting new benchmarks for lifting performance and versatility.”
Grove unveils a new all terrain crane at ConExpo this week.
With an 800-ton (700 t) capacity on an eight-axle carrier, the GMK8700 meets growing demand for heavy-lift solutions across infrastructure, industrial projects, energy applications, and more, Manitowoc said.
“We are incredibly proud to introduce the GMK8700, a testament to the engineering and manufacturing excellence of our team in Wilhelmshaven, Germany,” said Andreas Cremer, vice president product management mobile cranes at Manitowoc. “This landmark model underscores our commitment to delivering high-performance solutions that help customers achieve greater return on invested capital.”
Manitowoc’s Voice of the Customer (VOC) process was the foundation for the development of the GMK8700, ensuring it blends advanced engineering processes with real-world insights to address the needs of customers worldwide, the company said.
The crane has two boom options: a 177 foot (54 m) boom and a 263 foot (80 m) boom. Both booms feature the common Megaform design with interchangeable telescopic sections, so owners can easily switch setups for a wide variety of projects. Transportability is another major design priority based on VOC feedback.
Depending on local regulations, the GMK8700 can travel with the boom carried over the front or mounted on a dolly behind the crane. The new carrier incorporates Manitowoc’s MegaDrive system for smooth, efficient road travel and precise maneuverability, the company said. Five axles are driven, and the carrier supports two axle groupings – one optimized for road travel and the other for jobsite mobility. Other transport advantages include the MEGATRAK suspension, a removable rear outrigger box, and an adaptive electronic braking system, all of which contribute to easier, more flexible logistics.
Despite the GMK8700’s size and technical advancements, it is designed with faster, easier customer support. Grove CONNECT is fully-integrated, enabling fault code visibility and condition monitoring.
