Manitowoc 4600 Series 1

Boom and Lifting Capabilities

• No. 40 Boom: Features a 40-foot butt and 20′ and 40′ inserts, making it adjustable for varied lifting heights and weights. The boom is designed with heavy-duty construction using all-welded steel and tubular lacings to support high stress and loads effectively.
• Boom Rigging: Includes a twelve-part line reeved between backhitch and mast sheaves, controlling the boom angle via dual lines from the mast hoist drums. This setup allows for precise maneuvering and placement of heavy loads.

Engine Options and Performance

• Power Plant Variability: Offers multiple engine options including Cummins KTA-1150-C525 and Cummins VTA-1710-C700, each providing significant horsepower to handle different operational needs. The choice of engine impacts the crane’s capacity for hoist, swing, and travel functions.
• Fuel Capacity: The standard fuel tank capacity is 910 gallons, ensuring extended operation times without frequent refueling.

Structural Design and Stability

• Carbody and Lowerworks: The carbody includes a travel mechanism, king pin, and roller path, ensuring mobility and stability. The crawler assemblies are equipped with 60″ wide treads and outside drive chains, supporting the crane’s heavy structure.
• Upperworks: The rotating bed of the upperworks hosts the essential machinery, excluding front end attachments or counterweights but including drums for operational functionality.

Front End Equipment

• Wire Rope and Roller Guides: Equipped with wire rope roller guides and a wire rope guide on the boom top, enhancing the durability and smooth operation of wire ropes during lifts.
• Mast and Tagline: A 30′ mast of reinforced box-type construction pivots on the boom hinge pin, providing optimal geometry for load handling. The tagline, mounted on the boom, offers additional stability and control over the load.

Safety and Controls

• Counterweights: Removable counterweights for the dragline configuration enhance the crane’s stability, critical for handling the maximum rated capacities.
• Operator’s Module: Features a fixed operator’s module, fully enclosed and insulated, equipped with large safety glass windows for optimal visibility and comfort during operations.

In summary, the Manitowoc 4600 Series 1 crawler crane is built to perform in extreme conditions with high efficiency and reliability. Its comprehensive configuration options and powerful engine choices make it a versatile and indispensable tool in large-scale industrial and construction projects.