Kato NK-600RX Load Chart PDF + Specifications

The Kato NK-600RX belongs to Kato’s established series of fully hydraulic truck cranes and represents one of the larger models in the company’s truck crane portfolio. Unlike rough terrain cranes, the NK-600RX is designed for efficient road travel while maintaining substantial lifting performance. The crane is mounted on Kato’s proprietary KT4060L or KT4060R four-axle carrier, allowing it to travel between job sites at highway speeds while remaining compliant with many regional transport regulations.

The crane’s maximum rated lifting capacity is 60 tonnes at a 2.7-meter radius using the shortest boom configuration. A secondary heavy-duty rating of 40 tonnes at a 4.0-meter radius is also available. The telescopic boom consists of five round-profile sections extending hydraulically from 11.0 m to 43.0 m. The boom design utilizes three hydraulic cylinders combined with wire rope telescoping, with the second and third sections extending simultaneously, followed by the fourth and fifth sections. This arrangement provides smooth telescoping characteristics and good structural rigidity throughout the working range.

At maximum boom length, the crane can achieve a lifting height of 43.0 m. To further increase reach, Kato equipped the NK-600RX with a two-section fly jib available in 9.2 m and 15.0 m lengths. The jib can be set at offset angles of 5°, 25°, and 45°, allowing operators to position loads over obstacles or structures. Maximum lifting height with the 15.0 m fly jib reaches approximately 58.0 m. Jib capacities are rated at 3.5 tonnes for the 9.2 m jib and 2.5 tonnes for the 15.0 m jib, while the rooster sheave is rated for 4.5 tonnes.

The hoisting system uses independent main and auxiliary winches driven by axial piston hydraulic motors through planetary reduction gears. The main winch achieves a maximum line speed of 114 m/min, while the auxiliary winch reaches 105 m/min. With the full 14-part reeving arrangement, hook speed is approximately 8.1 m/min. Boom elevation ranges from -2.5° to 81°, with boom raising completed in approximately 70 seconds and full telescoping from 11.0 m to 43.0 m requiring about 170 seconds. Slewing speed is rated at 2.1 rpm.

Stability is provided through a hydraulic H-type outrigger system offering three working widths. The outriggers extend to a maximum width of 7.0 m, an intermediate width of 4.8 m, or can remain retracted to 2.5 m for restricted-site operations. When fully extended and used together with the front jack, the crane achieves its maximum lifting chart and full 360-degree working range.

The carrier is powered by a Hino E13C-YY turbocharged and intercooled six-cylinder diesel engine compliant with Euro III-equivalent emission standards. The 12.913-liter engine produces 302 kW (405 hp) at 1,800 rpm and delivers a maximum torque of 1,863 Nm at 1,100 rpm. Power is transmitted through a six-speed manual gearbox driving an 8×4 chassis configuration. This drivetrain enables a maximum road speed of 75 km/h and a gradeability of 35%, providing excellent transport capability between work locations.

The four-axle carrier measures approximately 13.37 m in overall length, 2.80 m in width, and 3.75 m in height. Gross vehicle weight is approximately 41.2 tonnes, with 15.5 tonnes carried by the front axles and 25.7 tonnes on the rear axles. Steering is assisted through a power-boosted ball-nut steering system, while braking consists of a dual-circuit air brake system with disc brakes on the front axles, drum brakes on the rear axles, and an engine retarder for auxiliary braking.

Safety equipment centers around Kato’s ACS (Automatic Crane System), incorporating load moment limitation, voice alarms, boom holding valves, over-hoist protection, drum lock devices, hydraulic safety valves, automatic winch brakes, and joystick safety interlocks. Standard equipment includes dual independent winch controls, hydraulic oil cooler, full-size fenders, multiple work lights, AM/FM radio, fire extinguisher, and a comprehensive hook package comprising 60-ton, 40-ton, 20-ton, and 4.5-ton hooks. Optional equipment includes K-COR (Kato Crane Operation Recorder), cab heater, cab cooler, hoist mirrors, and additional monitoring equipment.

The NK-600RX became particularly popular in infrastructure projects, industrial plant construction, precast erection, and general contractor fleets because it offered the lifting capability of a 60-ton class crane while retaining the roadability and transport efficiency expected from a dedicated truck crane. Its combination of a long 43-meter boom, 58-meter maximum lifting height, and robust Hino-powered carrier made it one of the more versatile hydraulic truck cranes in Kato’s international lineup.