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| Grove branded box. |
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| Classic RT
look. |
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Detail underneath. |
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| Detailed
graphics on the cab. |
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| Hydraulics run
to the winches. |
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| Ready for work. |
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| Fly jib offset. |
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| Makes a good
load. |
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| At work. |
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| Unloading
steel. |
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The Grove GRT8100 has a maximum capacity of 100 US tons
(90 tonnes), and a maximum system height of around 240ft
(73m).
Packaging
The model comes in a Grove branded box sleeve which
encloses expanded polystyrene trays.
The review model had
no defects or missing parts.
There is an instruction sheet for the model which is pictorial and
it has a
list of parts. There is a key for tightening the
boom ram, and this is not referenced in the
instructions, and there are no reeving diagrams.
Detail
The carrier chassis has the drive transmission modelled in plastic. The
plastic wheels look good and the large rough terrain tyres
have a chunky tread pattern.
The carrier has
nice detailing of grilles and there are ladders at each
end. There are attachment points for the hook
blocks during transport, and a length of chain would
have been a good inclusion. The lights are
painted.
The outriggers are tough plastic and are single stage
with an excellent colour match. They are
simple with chevron graphics applied. The outrigger pistons are smooth when extended,
and they have plastic pads.
The crane cab has a windscreen wiper and lights, and the
grab rails are metal. There are some very sharp
tiny graphics which give the model a realistic look. Inside, the detail is good
including a fire extinguisher. The crane
body has hydraulic hoses running to the winches.
The large main boom ram has a plastic jacket with an
excellent colour match. The boom has detail on the lowest boom section
including drums and lights. There are metal
sheaves in the boom head.
The bi-fold swingaway jib is a very nice metal lattice casting
with a plastic solid section which has an excellent
colour match. All sheaves are metal.
The hook block has five sheaves and a single line hook
is also included.
Features
The axles steer and
the range of movement is very good.
The rear axle has some oscillation.
Access ladders at both ends fold up and down.
The outriggers are fully functional with
extending beams and pistons that screw down with smooth
pistons. Plastic pads clip on securely. The outriggers
are strong enough to support the crane wheels-free.
The crane cab tilts and can hold any pose.
The counterweight is detachable.
The handrails at the winches can fold up and down.
The boom is raised using the very large ram
which has a
locking mechanism which is tightened using a supplied
key. It works well when fully tightened and it will hold the
boom as desired as long as it is tightened enough.
The telescopic sections extend smoothly and lock into
place when full extension is reached.
The winch drums can only be turned by finger on
the drum, and the brake is by means of friction rather
than a positive lock.
The fly jib can be installed and run at half or
full length. It is hydraulically adjustable for setting offset
angles.
Quality
This a typically strong model.
Plastic is used appropriately and it does not show.
The paintwork is very good as are the few graphics.
Price
It is fair value.
Overall
This is an impressive rough terrain crane model
and its heavy weight adds to the feeling of strength and
toughness. It is very functional, with some very
nice detailing.
Footnotes
The model was introduced at the ConExpo Exhibition
2017. |
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| Parts and instruction sheet. |
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| Profile view. |
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| Steering angle
is fine. Outrigger pads clip on. |
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| The securing
chains are not included. |
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| Nice grilles.
Smooth pistons. |
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| Detail at the
boom head. The fly jib pins do not look so good. |
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| Full main boom. |
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| On the road. |
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