Grove GHC140 Load Chart PDF + Specifications

The Grove GHC140 was introduced by Manitowoc as the successor to the GHC110 and became the largest model in the GHC telescopic crawler crane range until the arrival of the GHC220. The crane was developed to provide contractors with greater lifting capacity, longer boom reach, and enhanced jobsite versatility while retaining the mobility, rapid setup, and pick-and-carry characteristics that had become hallmarks of the GHC series. The model expanded Grove’s presence in the growing telescopic crawler crane market, particularly in utility transmission, infrastructure, petrochemical, and renewable energy sectors.

The Grove GHC140 represents a significant step forward in Grove’s telescopic crawler crane development. Rated at 127 tonnes (140 US tons), the crane combines heavy-duty lifting capability with the transport and setup advantages of a telescopic boom design. Unlike traditional lattice boom crawler cranes, the GHC140 can be transported in as few as three to five loads and features a self-assembly system for both crawler frames and counterweights, substantially reducing mobilization costs and setup time on site.

At the heart of the machine is a six-section pinned telescopic boom extending from 12.3 m to 52.2 m. The robust boom design allows telescoping under load, enabling operators to increase or decrease boom length without repeatedly repositioning the crane. This capability improves efficiency during utility, industrial, and infrastructure projects where lift radii frequently change throughout the work cycle. The main boom alone provides excellent working height and radius capabilities, while the standard 15 m offsettable bi-fold swingaway extension expands the crane’s versatility significantly. When fully configured, the crane achieves a maximum tip height of 70 m (229.7 ft), allowing it to perform lifts normally associated with larger lattice boom cranes.

A major advantage of the GHC140 is its full pick-and-carry capability. The undercarriage and load charts are designed for 100 percent pick-and-carry operation on inclinations of 0.3°, 1.5°, and up to 4°. This allows the crane to travel with suspended loads while maintaining charted capacities, making it highly effective for transmission line construction, pipeline projects, wind farm development, industrial maintenance, and heavy civil engineering work where loads must be moved over long distances across a jobsite.

The crawler undercarriage utilizes hydraulically extendable track frames providing three working gauges of 3.1 m, 4.2 m, and 5.4 m measured between crawler centerlines. Heavy-duty 900 mm (36 in) triple-bar maintenance-free track shoes provide excellent durability and flotation on challenging terrain. The hydrostatic travel system incorporates two-speed travel, skid steering, and counter-rotation capability, allowing precise maneuvering in confined working environments while maintaining strong off-road performance.

The counterweight system consists of a 35.3 t (77,836 lb) upper counterweight package mounted on a 14,150 kg counterweight base plate. Alternative load chart configurations are available using reduced counterweight arrangements of 21.3 t or no counterweight depending on job requirements. The self-assembly design allows the crane to install its own crawler frames and counterweights without relying on large assist cranes, reducing both setup time and operating costs.

Power is supplied by a Cummins QSB 6.7-liter six-cylinder diesel engine available in Tier 4 Final and Tier 3 configurations depending on market requirements. The engine provides reliable performance while meeting modern emissions standards and delivering sufficient power for lifting, swing, and travel functions under demanding operating conditions.

Operator comfort and visibility were major considerations during development. The spacious cab includes an integrated rated capacity limiter, air-suspension seat, climate control system, ergonomic joystick controls, and a color monitor capable of displaying up to four camera views. Rear-view, right-side, and hoist cameras improve jobsite awareness and operational safety. For work at high boom angles, the cab can tilt up to 20 degrees, significantly improving operator visibility and reducing fatigue during long lifting cycles.

The GHC140 is also equipped with Manitowoc’s CraneSTAR telematics platform, allowing remote monitoring of machine health, operating status, maintenance schedules, and performance data. This system helps fleet owners improve utilization and reduce operating costs through proactive maintenance planning and fleet management.

With an operating weight of approximately 119.2 t including full counterweight, two winches, 15 m bi-fold extension, and crawler assemblies, the GHC140 offers an impressive balance between lifting performance and transportability. The crane can be mobilized efficiently while providing capacities and reach approaching those of larger conventional crawler cranes.