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Grove RT540E Rough Terrain Crane

Category: Rough Terrain Cranes ➔
Manufacturer: Grove ➔
Model: RT540E ➔

The Grove RT540E is a versatile rough terrain crane designed for heavy lifting in challenging environments. Featuring a robust 40-ton capacity, the RT540E offers a telescoping boom with extended reach and precise load handling. Its four-wheel drive and all-terrain tires provide superior mobility on uneven surfaces, making it suitable for construction, industrial, and infrastructure projects. The crane's advanced hydraulic system ensures smooth operation and efficient load control. Compact yet powerful, the Grove RT540E combines durability with maneuverability, optimizing performance in rough terrain applications. This model is widely used for lifting, material handling, and rigging tasks in demanding job sites.

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General Specifications

Lift Capacity Tons (metric tons)	40 (36.3) Starting 2017 Model Year
Lift Height Ft. (m)	102 (31) Starting 2017 Model Year

Boom

Height	154 ft (47 m)
Max Elevating Angle	78 degrees
Max Height @ Max Raise Angle - no jib	102 ft (31 m)
Max Lift Capacity	80,000 lbs (36,287 kg)
Max Operating Radius	95 ft (29 m)
Min Height @ Max Raise Angle	32 ft (10 m)
Min Operating Radius	8 ft (2 m)
Number of Sections	4
Swing Speed	2 rpm

Dimensions

Carrier/Base Length	23 ft (7 m)
Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Transport Height	11 ft (3 m)
Transport Length	39 ft (12 m)
Transport Width	9 ft (3 m)
Upper Structure Tail Swing Radius	13 ft (4 m)
Wheelbase	12 in (31 cm)
Width w/ Outriggers Extended	20 ft (6 m)

Engine

Displacement	409 cu in (6,701 cu cm)
Engine Model	QSB 6.7L
Gross Power	160 hp (119 kw)
Max Torque	540 lbs ft (732 nm)
Power Measured @	2500 rpm
Torque Measured @	1500 rpm

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	58 gal (219 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	105 gal (396 l)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operating Weight	60,127 lbs (27,273 kg)
Tire Size	20.5x25-24 bias

Transmission

Max Speed - Forward	25 mph (40 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	25 mph (40 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	6
Number of Reverse Gears	6
Transmission Type	range-shift

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