XCMG launches Europe specific cranes
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17 April 2012
XCMG is introducing truck crane and rough terrain models designed specifically for the European market.
The XCTE30E is a 30 tonne capacity truck crane with a 40.4 m boom length and an 8.3 m jib. Hoisting speed is 120 m/min.
The RT70E rough terrain has a 70 tonne capacity. Boom length is 43.2 m, plus there is an 18.5 m jib. Hoisting speed is 125 m/min. Both have CE Marking.
The units on show have been bought by Poland-based XCMG distributor XCMG Europe. The China-based manufacturer said an all terrain crane designed for Europe would follow, possibly to be launched at Bauma 2013
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