03.07.2013

Riga takes its first self-erector

German heavy lift and haulage company Riga Mainz of Mainz, Germany has taken delivery of its first Liebherr mobile self-erecting tower crane, an MK 88.

The MK88 offers a maximum capacity of eight tonnes, and can handle 1.85 tonnes at its maximum radius of 45 metres with a maximum under hook height of 59 metres. This can be increased to 2.05 tonnes if the additional two tonnes of ballast is fitted.

Uwe Langer, managing director of Riga Mainz, said: “We are fully convinced by the benefits of the MK mobile construction cranes, including the high working speeds and flexibility of this crane technology. The great flexibility and handling capacity of the MK 88 coupled with its simple logistics ensure maximum customer benefits.”
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