Tadano ATF130G-5

The Tadano ATF 130G-5 is a 130-ton capacity all-terrain crane designed to fill the performance gap between the ATF110G-5 and ATF160G-5. Officially launched in 2010, it was first showcased at SAIE 2009 in Bologna, Italy. This 5-axle crane is built for both strong lifting performance and exceptional road mobility, with a maximum boom length of 60.0 meters using a 6-section telescopic boom made from lightweight, high-strength steel.

What sets the ATF 130G-5 apart is its transport efficiency — it can travel with the boom extension on board while keeping total vehicle weight under 60 tons, and maintain a 12-ton axle load, allowing compliance with standard road regulations in many countries. The boom extension consists of 3.8 m, 10.2 m, and 18.0 m jib sections, configurable with offsets of 0°, 20°, and 40° (manual or hydraulic). The 3.8 m jib can be used as a heavy-duty jib, adding to the crane’s versatility for short-radius, high-load picks.

Power is provided by two Mercedes-Benz engines. The carrier engine, OM 502 LA, is a 8-cylinder diesel producing 450 kW (551 HP) and 2600 Nm of torque, meeting EuroMot III B / EPA Tier 4i emissions. The superstructure engine is the OM 924 LA (4-cylinder), delivering 127 kW (173 HP) and driving all crane functions independently from travel operations. This dual-engine setup allows optimal performance and energy efficiency on and off the road.

The hydraulic system uses a three-circuit design with axial piston pumps, enabling simultaneous operation of hoisting, slewing, and boom functions. The slewing speed is variable up to 1.6 rpm, and the main winch delivers a line speed of up to 110 m/min. The telescoping boom uses a single cylinder system for efficient and reliable boom extension.

Tadano includes several advanced features in this model. The “Lift Adjuster”, standard on the ATF 130G-5, automatically reduces load sway and boom deflection during lifting operations, improving safety and ease of control. The crane is also equipped with the Easy Pinning system, which allows faster and safer setup of the boom thanks to a round-shaped boom profile and simplified boom section locking. These innovations improve both safety and job site productivity.

The operator’s cab is tiltable and well-appointed with an air-suspension seat, climate control, digital display panels, and dual joystick controls. Safety features include load moment indicators, hoist limit switches, swing locks, and the Slow-Stop system for controlled deceleration of slewing and derrick motions.

The ATF 130G-5 has been widely accepted in the global market since its launch — notably, Goodline in Australia received the country’s first unit in 2010, delivered to its remote operations in Port Hedland, Western Australia. Its robust lifting chart, mobility, and modern features make it a preferred choice for infrastructure, industrial, and general construction applications.