Grove GHC220 Load Chart PDF + Specifications

The Grove GHC220 was officially introduced by Manitowoc in 2025 as the new flagship of the Grove telescopic crawler range. According to industry reports, the crane was first shown to dealers and customers during Manitowoc’s Crane Days event at Shady Grove, Pennsylvania, in May 2024 before its commercial launch.

The model represents a significant step up in capacity compared with the GHC140 and GHC110, targeting contractors requiring higher lifting capacities while maintaining the benefits of telescopic crawler operation. In May 2026, Manitowoc announced delivery of the first GHC220 in North America to Ceccanti for infrastructure projects in Washington State.

The Grove GHC220 was developed as a heavy-capacity telescopic crawler crane capable of handling demanding infrastructure, bridge, renewable energy, and industrial construction projects. As the largest machine in the GHC family, it offers a maximum rated lifting capacity of 220 US tons (200 t) while maintaining the mobility advantages that have made telescopic crawler cranes increasingly popular on congested jobsites.

At the heart of the crane is a six-section, hydraulically telescoping boom extending from 43.0 ft to 185.0 ft (13.1 m to 56.4 m). The boom is equipped with an additional 90 percent pinning position that increases boom overlap and improves capacity at longer working radii. For projects requiring greater reach, operators can install an offsettable swingaway extension available in lengths of 34.8 ft, 53.1 ft, and 71.5 ft (10.6 m, 16.2 m, and 21.8 m). The extension can be offset at 0°, 20°, or 37°, allowing the crane to achieve a maximum tip height of 265.7 ft (81 m). A 16.4 ft (5.0 m) heavy-duty jib extension is also available for specialized lifting applications.

One of the GHC220’s key features is its ability to perform pick-and-carry operations at 100 percent of its load chart on slopes of up to 4 degrees while maintaining full 360-degree swing capability. This capability makes it particularly useful on uneven terrain and infrastructure sites where repositioning a conventional crawler crane would consume considerable time.

The upper structure is fitted with a maximum counterweight package totaling 124,782 lb (56,600 kg), while the carbody carries an additional 33,069 lb (15,000 kg) of counterweight. The boom is raised by a double-acting hydraulic cylinder and operates within a boom angle range of -3° to 80°.

For lifting duties, the crane uses hydraulic hoists driven through compact planetary gearboxes. Maximum first-layer line pull reaches 40,488 lb (18,365 kg), while maximum permissible single-line pull is 29,765 lb (13,500 kg). The hoists provide line speeds up to 377 ft/min (115 m/min) using 26 mm rotation-resistant wire rope.

Swing functions are powered through a two-speed planetary drive with an axial piston hydraulic motor. The swing system provides infinitely variable rotation speeds from 0 to 1.6 rpm and continuous 360-degree rotation through a heavy-duty externally geared slewing ring.

Power comes from a Cummins B6.7-liter six-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine. Depending on market requirements, the crane is available with either a Tier 4 Final/Stage V compliant version equipped with DOC and SCR emissions systems or a Tier 3 version. Both engines develop 260 hp (194 kW) at 2,200 rpm. Fuel capacity is 120 gallons (450 L), with an additional 12-gallon (45 L) DEF tank on emissions-compliant versions.

The hydraulic system employs a load-sensing LUDV arrangement with a variable-displacement piston pump and three-section gear pump. Maximum hydraulic output reaches 132 gpm (500 lpm), operating at pressures up to 4,786 psi (330 bar). A large 238-gallon (900 L) hydraulic reservoir supports extended operating cycles and demanding lifting applications.

The crawler undercarriage features hydraulically extendable side frames and maintenance-free double-bar track shoes. Track gauge can be adjusted from 11.5 ft (3.5 m) retracted to 19.7 ft (6.0 m) fully extended. Travel is provided through a hydrostatic drive system capable of skid steering and counter-rotation, with travel speeds up to 1.3 mph (2.1 km/h) and theoretical gradeability of 60 percent.

Operator comfort was a major focus during development. The cab includes a heated air-suspension seat, climate control, Bluetooth radio, multiple camera views, ergonomic dual-axis joysticks, and a 20-degree tilting mechanism that improves visibility during long-boom operations. A seven-inch monitor displays rear, right-side, and hoist camera feeds to enhance safety and productivity.

Transportability was also considered carefully. The crane can be delivered to a jobsite in approximately six to seven truckloads and is fully self-rigging. Hydraulic jacks mounted on the frame assist with crawler installation, track extension, and counterweight assembly, significantly reducing setup times compared with conventional lattice boom crawler cranes.