17.06.2005

Terex launch new AC160-2

Terex Demag has launched the new AC160-2, which incorporates a large number of improvements over the AC160-1, which it replaces, the most significant being it’s mid to long reach lifting capacities.

The “dash two” uses the same compact five-axle, chassis as its predecessor, complete with the Daimler-Chrysler OM 502 Engine and ZF AS-Tronic gearbox as used on the AC200-1. Terex claim that this combination provides the highest performance at lowest possible fuel consumption rates. Something to consider if fully taxed diesel becomes the rule in the UK!
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The new Terex Demag AC160-2

The 64 metre main boom and 33 metre four segment extension also remain unchanged from the 160-1..

The major physical change on this new model is the new counterweight. Some five tones heavier at 54 tonnes; it boosts the cranes main boom lift capacity by 25 percent on average.

A key capability that Terex Demag has targeted on this unit is a net ten tonne load capacity on the fully extended main boom. The new model will, handle 11 tonnes on full boom with between 16 and 18 metres of radius. The AC160-1 was limited to 9.3 tonnes.

The AC 160-2 also features the Demag IC-1 intelligent crane control system that comes with touch-screen and color-display as well as the UNIMEC boom telescoping and bolting system.

Vertikal Comment

The AC160-1 was not a big seller in the UK or Ireland, largely due to the fact that most potential hire companies preferred to trade up to the AC200-1, as it is dimensionally similar, offers a 68 metre main boom, can still travel within the UK'S STGO rules and most importantly offered that 10 tonne lift capacity on full boom. Important for some tower crane erection and dismantle work.

Will the “dash two” make the AC 160 more popular in the UK and Ireland? I think it will all depend on the price differential with the AC 200-1.