Hitachi CX1000

The Hitachi CX1000 is a powerful crawler crane with a maximum rated lifting capacity of 100 tons and a lifting moment of 100 t×5.5 meters. The crane’s standard boom length is 16 meters, and its extendable boom can reach up to 73 meters, allowing for flexible and wide-reaching lifting operations. For additional versatility, a jib boom is available with lengths ranging from 9 to 22.5 meters, giving the CX1000 a combined boom and jib length of 83.5 meters, ideal for complex tasks requiring extended reach and height.

The crane is equipped with an Isuzu 6RB1T engine, delivering a power output of 221 kW (300 PS) at 2000 rpm. This powerful engine allows the CX1000 to handle heavy loads efficiently while ensuring optimal fuel consumption and low emissions. The engine drives the hydraulic systems, enabling the crane to perform multiple operations such as hoisting, slewing, and boom adjustments simultaneously with precision and control.

The hoisting system offers impressive speeds, with main and auxiliary winches capable of speeds up to 110 m/min in high gear, and 62 m/min or 31 m/min in lower gears, depending on operational needs. The boom hoist speed reaches 55 m/min, ensuring smooth and controlled lifting. The crane’s slewing system provides two-speed operation, with a high speed of 2.5 rpm and a low speed of 1.4 rpm, allowing for precise positioning of loads during critical operations.

With a travel speed of 1.3 km/h in high gear and 0.9 km/h in low gear, the Hitachi CX1000 can efficiently maneuver around job sites. Its gradeability of 30% (16°) ensures it can handle rough terrains and sloped surfaces, further enhancing its adaptability to different working environments.

The ground contact pressure is rated at 81.4 kPa (0.83 kgf/cm²), ensuring stable operation even on soft or uneven ground surfaces. The crane’s robust undercarriage and track system, combined with its balanced design, offer excellent stability during lifting and traveling.

Overall, the Hitachi CX1000 crawler crane is an excellent choice for heavy-lifting tasks in construction, infrastructure development, and industrial applications, thanks to its combination of strength, reach, versatility, and advanced safety and control systems.