Tadano GR-1450EX-2

Unveiled in 2013, the Tadano GR-1450EX-2 set a new benchmark in the crane industry by becoming the largest rough terrain crane ever manufactured at the time. With a load capacity of 145 metric tons (160 US tons) and a 61-meter (200 ft) six-section boom, it redefined performance standards in the heavy rough terrain category. This main boom, constructed with a newly designed rounded profile and powered by a single telescoping cylinder, not only ensures structural strength but also provides class-leading reach without compromising extension speed or boom stability.

The crane is known under different designations based on the market: GR1600XL-2 for North and South American regions, and GR1450EX-2 for the rest of the world. This naming strategy aligns with regional lifting standards and marketing regulations while reflecting Tadano’s global engineering consistency.

At full configuration, the crane can be equipped with a bi-fold jib of 18 to 31.7 meters, enabling a total lifting height of up to 95.2 meters with a 5° jib offset. Boom elevation ranges from -1° to 83°, accommodating a wide variety of lift geometries, including steep overhead placements.

Its powerful Mercedes-Benz OM471LA diesel engine, generating 390 kW (530 PS), ensures both on-site power and off-road mobility, driving a full-time 4x4x4 system with four steering modes. Paired with an Allison automatic transmission, the crane offers smooth travel up to 37 km/h and a maximum gradeability of 60%, backed by Tadano’s active outrigger control and asymmetrical extension detection via the Smart Chart system.

The AML-C load moment indicator system, integrated into the operator’s touchscreen interface, ensures precise load management and safety diagnostics. The cab itself is tiltable and climate-controlled, with ergonomic controls and high visibility design for operator comfort during extended operations.

Another core advantage is the integration of Hello-Net, Tadano’s telematics system that allows for remote crane condition monitoring, maintenance scheduling, and fleet management, increasing operational uptime and logistical efficiency.

Designed for major energy, infrastructure, and industrial projects, the Tadano GR-1450EX-2 stands out not just for its capacity and reach, but for pioneering the leap into mega-class rough terrain cranes—combining innovation, strength, and field versatility in a single, world-class lifting solution.