Potain MDT 389
A heavy topless crane for large projects
The Potain MDT 389 is a topless tower crane with up to 16 or 20 tonnes capacity and a jib of up to 75 m, built for large building and infrastructure projects.
Photo: Alexandre Prevot from Nancy, France, CC BY-SA 2.0 · license
+Strengths
- High capacity and long jib
- Topless design
- Potain CCS control system
−Watch-outs
- Large foundation and erection requirements
Overview
Potain, founded in France in 1928 and now part of Manitowoc, is one of the most famous tower crane brands. The MDT 389 is one of its larger topless models.
Potain MDT 389 specifications
| Max. capacity | 16 t or 20 t (by version) |
|---|---|
| Max. jib length | ≈75 m (246 ft) |
| Type | Topless (flat-top) |
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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