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Manitowoc MLC300

A 300 US ton crawler crane with VPC counterweight

The Manitowoc MLC300 uses Variable Position Counterweight, which moves the counterweight automatically to match the load, reducing ground pressure and set-up.

Alexey Puzanov ByAlexey Puzanov Updated 1 min read
Manitowoc 2250 lattice-boom crawler crane (predecessor class of the MLC300)
Manitowoc 2250 lattice-boom crawler crane (predecessor class of the MLC300)

Photo: Alf van Beem, CC0 · license

+Strengths

  • VPC reduces counterweight needed
  • Lower ground bearing pressure
  • No need to lay counterweight on the ground

−Watch-outs

  • Lattice boom requires assembly time

Overview

Manitowoc's Variable Position Counterweight (VPC) automatically positions the counterweight further back as the load moment increases. The MLC300 brought this to the 300-ton class.

The photo shows the Manitowoc 2250, a predecessor in this class.

Manitowoc MLC300 specifications

Max. lifting capacity≈272 t (300 US tons)
Counterweight systemVPC (Variable Position Counterweight)
TypeLattice-boom crawler crane

Figures are typical for standard configurations as published by Manitowoc. Values vary by market, emissions tier, attachments and options; confirm with your dealer before purchase, transport or lifting.

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Sources and further reading

  1. Manitowoc – MLC300 (manitowoc.com)
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