Sany SAC5000S Load Chart PDF + Specifications

The SANY SAC5000S was introduced as part of SANY’s expanding heavy all terrain crane lineup, targeting infrastructure construction, petrochemical projects, and wind energy operations. The crane was specially promoted for wind farm erection work, where its long boom system and optional heavy luffing jib allowed the installation and maintenance of medium-capacity wind turbines without relying entirely on crawler cranes.

The crane features a maximum lifting capacity of 500 tonnes and is mounted on a six-axle all terrain carrier with a 12×8×12 wheel formula. The carrier uses a lightweight torsion-resistant box-type chassis fabricated from high-strength steel. Overall transport dimensions are approximately 18 m in length, 3 m in width, and 4 m in height. The maximum travel speed reaches 70 km/h with a minimum steering radius of 12.5 m and gradeability of 45%, providing strong mobility both on highways and rough terrain jobsites.

Power for the carrier is supplied by a Mercedes-Benz V8 diesel engine producing 480 kW at 1,800 rpm with maximum torque of 3,000 Nm at 1,300 rpm. The engine complies with EU Stage III B emissions regulations and is paired with a 12-speed AMT transmission designed for efficient highway travel and hill climbing. The chassis uses hydro-pneumatic suspension with hydraulic lock and five suspension modes to improve ride comfort and lateral stability on uneven terrain.

The SAC5000S incorporates six steering modes, including on-road steering, all-wheel steering, crab steering, reduced swing-out steering, independent rear axle steering, and independent front axle steering. Axles 3 and 4 automatically stop steering above 30 km/h, while axles 5 and 6 stop steering above 60 km/h to improve road stability.

The superstructure is powered by a separate Mercedes-Benz inline six-cylinder diesel engine rated at 205 kW at 2,200 rpm with maximum torque of 1,100 Nm at 1,400 rpm. This independent engine arrangement allows optimized fuel consumption and hydraulic efficiency during crane operations.

The telescopic boom system consists of seven sections using a U-shaped high-tensile steel boom profile with single-cylinder pinning telescoping technology. The basic boom length is 16.1 m and extends hydraulically to a maximum of 84 m. Maximum lifting height with the fully extended boom reaches 84 m. When equipped with the fixed jib and superlift system, the maximum boom and jib combination reaches 126 m, while maximum lifting height reaches 122 m. With the optional luffing jib and superlift arrangement, maximum lifting height increases to 136 m.

The fixed jib system is available in lengths from 6 m to 42 m, while the luffing jib ranges from 12 m to 78 m in standard form. Heavy fixed jib and heavy luffing jib options were also developed for demanding wind energy lifting operations. An optional 8 m wind power jib was specifically designed for turbine installation projects.

One of the key features of the SAC5000S is its superlift system, which can be self-assembled and dismantled on site. SANY stated that the superlift device reduces long-boom deflection by more than 20% while increasing lifting capacity by up to 200% in selected configurations. The crane uses movable modular counterweights with combinations up to 142 tonnes. Counterweight assembly and disassembly can be controlled remotely to improve setup efficiency and safety.

The hydraulic system combines open and closed circuits with load-sensing variable piston pumps and electric proportional controls. The crane uses double-pump confluence technology to improve simultaneous operation smoothness and efficiency. Main and auxiliary winches provide maximum single-line lifting speeds of 130 m/min, while full boom extension or retraction takes approximately 800 seconds. Boom luffing time is approximately 95 seconds and maximum slewing speed reaches 1.3 rpm using a dual slewing motor system with stepless speed regulation.

The operator’s cab was designed with ergonomics and visibility in mind, featuring a 20-degree tilting cab, pneumatic suspension seat, HVAC system, skylight, and real-time monitoring through SANY’s E-TOUCH display system. The crane control architecture uses a PLC-based CAN-BUS system with self-diagnosis and real-time monitoring functions.

Safety systems include SANY’s load moment indicator, hydraulic balance valves, anti-overhoist protection, boom and jib height limit switches, wind speed monitoring, and superlift wire rope protection programming. The H-type outriggers are hydraulically telescoping with remote control and automatic leveling functions, while outrigger loads can be monitored directly from the control panel.

The SAC5000S represented an important stage in SANY’s development of large-capacity all terrain cranes, particularly in the wind energy sector where transport flexibility and rapid setup offered advantages compared with conventional crawler crane systems.