Link-Belt Cranes has unveiled its new 55t lift-capacity truck crane, the 65|HT, which comes with a new four-section 11.2–35m full-power boom that reaches a maximum tip height of 38.1m.

The new model replaces Link Belt’s HTC-8660 Series II and boasts an all-new formed boom riding Link-Belt’s Teflon- impregnated wear pads. This takes away the need to grease the boom, reducing the time and cost of upkeep, said the manufacturer.

Link-Belt added that the 65|HT is powered by a Cummins L9 engine that puts out 260hp at 2000rpm. Improved capacities over its predecessor are delivered through three optimised boom extend modes and an increase in maximum counterweight to 8.4t. Operator controls are available in either a dual or single axis configuration and have a fine metering feature for precise operation.

The 65|HT features Link-Belt Pulse, a Link-Belt designed, total crane operating system that utilises an in-cab display as a readout and operator interface with on-board diagnostics including the rated capacity limiter, wind speed, boom length and angle, radius of load, and crane configuration just to name a few.

According to Link-Belt, durable textured and slip-resistant paint on all walking surfaces improves durability and footing. The Vision Package includes cameras for winch-view, right-side swing view, rear-view backup, and right-side turn, giving the operator great job-site visibility during travel, setup and lifting. The optional lighting package includes a high-intensity LED work light mounted on the operator’s cab, two fixed LED lights and a remote-controlled articulating spotlight mounted on the boom base. A fully equipped 65|HT can reduce its transport weight to less than 29.4t with all counterweights removed.

Other stand-out features of the 65|HT include an upper work platform, halogen daytime running headlights and LED marker lighting, four points of access to the carrier, antilock (ABS) drum brakes, pre-painted and plated hardware with powder-coated tubing, and online ground bearing and 3D lift planning.