XCMG XGC88000

The XCMG XGC88000 is a 3,600-ton capacity super heavy-duty crawler crane, representing the pinnacle of Chinese crane engineering and one of the most powerful lifting machines ever built. Developed in partnership with Sinopec, the XGC88000 was designed for ultra-heavy lifting tasks in the petrochemical, nuclear, chemical, and coal power construction sectors. Since its unveiling, it has signaled China’s emergence as a serious contender in the global large crane market, long dominated by manufacturers from Germany and the USA.

This crawler crane boasts a maximum lifting capacity of 3,600 tonnes and a staggering maximum load moment of 88,000 kN·m, placing it at the top of the global lifting equipment rankings. The XGC88000 supports various boom configurations with up to 120 meters of heavy boom and 144 meters of light boom, providing unparalleled lifting flexibility. Additionally, it can be fitted with a 33-meter special jib and a 108-meter tower jib, allowing for extreme height and outreach requirements—ideal for tall structure assembly and modular lifting.

A highlight of the XGC88000’s innovation is its luffing rope double rope force balance technique, which synchronizes the load on dual luffing winches, thereby ensuring consistent load distribution between boom sections and avoiding structural imbalance. This design greatly improves lifting safety and protects against boom deformation under asymmetric loads.

The crane is equipped with three independent Cummins power units, each rated at 641 kW (860 HP). These power packs are not only powerful but also act as independent hydraulic stations during assembly and disassembly, enhancing site efficiency. Each unit can serve as a backup, ensuring continuous operation in case of failure in one system—an ideal feature for mission-critical heavy lifts.

With multiple travel modes including swing, straight travel, crab travel, and cross travel, the XGC88000 minimizes the requirement for extensive ground preparation. It is engineered with modularity and mobility in mind—its maximum single-unit transport weight is 65 tonnes, and transport dimensions are optimized with a length of 13,000 mm, width of 3,500 mm, and height of 3,400 mm, facilitating easier logistics to remote or congested job sites.

The crane also demonstrates its engineering strength through field performance. During XCMG’s 2013 Customer Summit, the XGC88000 successfully lifted a 4,500-tonne load in a commissioning test, holding the load aloft for 20 minutes and confirming the crane’s unprecedented strength and reliability.

Internationally recognized, the XGC88000 incorporates three pioneering technologies and six world-leading innovations, with over 80 national patents, showcasing the transition of Chinese manufacturers from volume-based production to cutting-edge innovation. This crane is not only a milestone for XCMG but also a bold statement that China’s lifting technology has entered the elite league of super heavy-duty cranes.

Technical Specifications Overview

• Max. Lifting Capacity: 3,600 tonnes
• Max. Load Moment: 88,000 kN·m
• Heavy Boom Length: 120 m
• Light Boom Length: 144 m
• Special Jib Length: 33 m
• Tower Jib Length: 108 m
• Max. Jib Length: 153 m
• Engine Power: 3 × 641 kW (Cummins)
• Max. Single Transport Weight: 65 t
• Transport Dimensions: 13,000 mm (L) × 3,500 mm (W) × 3,400 mm (H)

The XCMG XGC88000 is not only a crane—it is a technological marvel, designed to redefine the limits of what is possible in heavy lifting.