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Liebherr 172 EC-B 8 Litronic vs Liebherr 85 EC-B 5

Liebherr 172 EC-B 8 Litronic flat-top tower crane
Liebherr Liebherr 172 EC-B 8 Litronic
Liebherr machine similar to the Liebherr 85 EC-B 5 (related model may be pictured)
Liebherr Liebherr 85 EC-B 5
Operating weight ——
Engine power ——
Max. capacity 8 t5 t
Max. jib length ≈60 m (197 ft)≈50 m (164 ft)
Type Flat-top (EC-B)Flat-top
Strengths
  • + Flat-top design simplifies erection
  • + Litronic control and Micromove fine positioning
  • + Strong rental demand
  • + Easy to transport and erect
  • + Compact
Watch-outs
  • − Requires a mobile crane for erection
  • − Limited capacity
Full 172 EC-B 8 Litronic reviewFull 85 EC-B 5 review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.