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| Manitex unveils 50-ton capacity boom truck  Manitex introduced new 5096S, the 50-ton capacity crane, which features a 96-foot boom length, scales in at 58,000 GVW. The base boom is a fully proportional, full-power, four-section design. Utilizing Nylatron pads with Teflon inserts, the boom is designed for greaseless operation. Additionally, the 5096 will have a 32- to 49-foot telescoping jib that will add 1,900 pounds to the unit's weight. A first for Manitex, the jib will offset at 0°, 15°, and 30°. Omnex supplies the wireless remote pendent, as well as the conventional full-hydraulic controls, to set the outriggers. This allows for positioning from any location around the crane or from the cab.A Hirshmann PAT Mentor LMI is also standard equipment. This CANbus-based system features a wireless anti-two-block that eliminates any electrical cables in the boom. Braden-supplied winch packages provide 15,000 pounds of line-pull. The packages come with specially grooved drums to prevent the rope from riding up on one side and spring tensioners. WRCA's XLT4 wire rope is standard equipment on the 5096S. Notable options include cab air conditioning and an auxiliary winch package. The 5096S will start shipping in early summer. write your comments about the article :: © 2007 Construction News :: home page |