| Make |
F. Taylor and Sons |
| Model |
Hydracrane Type 3 |
| Type |
Crane
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| GPO Designation |
Crane, Self Mobile (Hydracrane) |
| Use |
Mobile Crane |
| Registration Number |
NGJ 469 |
| Fleet Number |
17001 - 17002 (NGJ 468 to 469) 1952 |
| Date of picture |
1953 |
CRANES SELF-MOBILE (Hydracrane)
Applications
For general handling of heavy or bulky stores at depots or in the field. May also be used for pole erection or recovery work.
General description
The crane is a hydraulically-operated non-slewing type mounted on a 4 wheel drive chassis. The unit is powered by a 24-h.p. petrol engine and has 5 forward gears and a reverse gear. No winch ropes or cables are used, the lifting hook being directly attached to the jib in one of three positions depending upon the maximum load to be raised. The jib is raised and lowered by hydraulic rams driven from the vehicle engine. The crane controls are operated from the driving cab of the appliance. A safety valve is incorporated in the hydraulic system which renders the crane inoperative and issues an audible warning when the crane is overloaded. Overhead working platforms for attachment to the jib can be supplied.
Capacity
Position
1. max. lift 2 tons with max. outreach 7ft. 3in. height 16ft. 6in.
2. max. lift l.5 tons with max. outreach 8ft. 8in. height 17ft.
3. max. lift 1 ton with max. outreach 10ft. 2in. height 17ft. 6in.
The lowest position of the jib is 5ft. 3in. above ground level. Maximum height 19ft.
Dimensions
Overall length of vehicle 16ft. 6.5in. and crane (jib lowered) 27ft. 2in.
Width 6ft. 6.5in.
Height (jib lowered) 8ft. 8in.
Weight
3tons 16cwt.
Transport
Maximum speed allowed on public roads 20 mph.
Capital cost
£1250.
Remarks
The vehicle has to be positioned so that the crane faces the load. A towing hitch is provided but towing is restricted to P.O. premises. Towing must not be undertaken on the public highway.
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