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MLC300

Product catalog summary

Introduction
The Manitowoc MLC300 is a high-capacity crane designed for enhanced lifting capabilities and versatility on job sites. It features the Variable Position Counterweight (VPC®) system, with a maximum capacity of 350 tons, extendable to 300 tons with the VPC-MAX® attachment.

Specifications

Maximum load moment: 2145 t-m, extendable to 4119 t-m with VPC-MAX®.
Boom lengths: 102 m B10:500 and 120 m B60:500 with VPC-MAX®.
Jib options: 42 m fixed jib and 96 m luffing jib.

Crane Control System
The crane includes a user-friendly control system with dual graphic displays, ergonomic joysticks, and a jog dial for data input.

Variable Position Counterweight (VPC®)
The VPC® system optimizes lifting capacity by automatically adjusting the counterweight position, eliminating the need for a carbody counterweight. The counterweight boxes are compatible with multiple crane models.

VPC-MAX® Attachment
This attachment increases the crane's load moment and allows for longer boom and jib combinations, with automatic counterweight adjustment based on load and boom configuration.

FACT™ Connectors
Manitowoc's Fast Aligning Connection Technology (FACT™) enables quick and easy assembly of crane components.

Jobsite Benefits

Designed for global transport with optimized component weights and dimensions.
Features rugged durability and ease of service, including remote-mounted filters and individual function hour tracking.
Quick assembly with a self-erecting mast cylinder and no need for assist cranes.

Performance Data
The crane provides detailed performance data for various configurations, including main boom and jib combinations, with specific load charts available online.

Conclusion
The Manitowoc MLC300 is a versatile and powerful crane designed for efficiency and ease of use, supported by a robust service network and flexible financing options.

Overview
This document provides detailed load charts and specifications for the Manitowoc MLC300 crane, focusing on various boom and jib configurations. It includes guidelines for safe operation and emphasizes the importance of consulting the crane's specific load chart and operating instructions.

Main Sections

Load Charts: Extensive load charts for different boom and jib lengths, specifying maximum load capacities at various radii and boom angles.
Boom Combinations: Details on VPC-MAX® main boom combinations, including configurations with heavy, medium, and light inserts.
Luffing Jib Combinations: Information on LJ10:501 luffing jib combinations with different jib inserts.
Fixed Jib Combinations: Specifications for No. 148 fixed jib combinations.
Working Range Diagrams: Diagrams illustrating operational limits and capabilities of the crane in various configurations.

Key Recommendations
The document stresses that the charts are guides and should not be used to operate the crane without consulting the specific crane's load chart and operating instructions. Users are directed to www.cranelibrary.com for complete charts and further information.

Critical Information
The document emphasizes the importance of understanding and adhering to the crane's load capacities and operational guidelines to ensure safety and efficiency during crane operations.

Specifications Overview
The Manitowoc MLC300 is equipped with various optional and standard features to enhance its functionality. Key specifications include a Cummins Model QSG-12 diesel engine, a Variable Position Counterweight (VPC) system, and a Crane Control System with user-friendly interfaces.

Optional Features

Freefall hoists with manual control and selector switch for free-fall or powered lowering.
Cold-weather package with fluid heaters.
Self-erect system and hydraulic test kit for performance analysis.

Mechanical Systems

Moving Mast System: Features a single drum grooved for 26 mm wire rope, powered by a hydraulic motor.
Swing System: Independent swing powered by a hydraulic motor with a maximum speed of 2.0 rpm.
Boom Support System: Includes a 9.1 m moving mast and high-strength steel boom suspension strap rigging.

Counterweight System
The VPC system automatically positions the counterweight based on boom length and load radius, enhancing crane stability without requiring a carbody counterweight.

Hydraulic and Drum Systems

Hydraulic system with a 552 L reservoir and advanced filtration.
Independent main and luffing/aux drum assemblies with variable-displacement hydraulic motors.

Attachments and Booms

No. 148 fixed jib and No. 501 luffing jib with optional inserts for extended lengths.
No. 500 boom with optional inserts for a maximum length of 102 m.

Operator's Cab
The Vision Cab™ is fully enclosed with features like power tilt, air conditioning, and ergonomic controls.

Lowerworks and Crawlers

Carbody connects rotating bed and crawler frames with FACT connection system.
Crawler assemblies are 9.7 m long, providing ample tractive effort and flexibility.

Regional Support
Manitowoc provides regional support across APAC, Middle East, Europe, Africa, and the Americas, ensuring comprehensive service and assistance.

Catalog excerpts

• 120 m B60:500 Boom with VPC-MAX® • 2145 t-m maximum load moment • 4119 t-m maximum load moment with VPC-MAX®

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MANITOWOC MLC300 The MLC300 combines class-leading load charts with a reduced footprint thanks to its revolutionary VPC® technology. This delivers jobsite versatility and outstanding lifting capacity to maximize ROI. Features Crane Control System The Crane Control System offers a user-friendly interface, two full graphic displays mounted horizontally for better visibility, a jog dial for easier data input and ergonomic joysticks. Variable Position Counterweight (VPC®) The Manitowoc MLC300 features a counterweight system which automatically positions the crane’s counterweight as required to match...

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Jobsite benefits Transportation The MLC300 is designed to be transported globally with optimized component weights and dimensions. The MLC300 features a removable live mast shipping module and boom inserts designed to allow luffing jib inserts to ship within the boom inserts for cost effective transport. Rugged durability and ease of service The MLC300 comes equipped with numerous upgrades to spend less time performing maintenance. • Individual function hour tracking to optimize service intervals • Remote mounted filters for easy access inside enclosures Easy and quick assembly The MLC300 helps...

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Outline dimensions

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Outline dimensions

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Outline dimensions Rotating bed assembly H Length Width Height Note: includes live mast, boom hoist, carbody jacks. Length Width Height Note: includes boom hoist, carbody jacks. Note: excludes live mast, boom hoist Length Width Height Note: includes carbody jacks. Note: excludes live mast, boom hoist and VPC® trolley. Live Mast Assembly Length Width Height Weight 2 BILL OF MATERIAL DESCRIPTION COUNTERWEIGHT TRAY MACHINING COUNTERWEIGHT FRAME MACHINING FRAME MACHINING CTWT TRAY CHAIN ASSY PLATE HANDLING WITH ID TAG COUNTERWEIGHT TRAY ASSY Length Width Height Length Width Height THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS...

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Outline dimensions 12 m No. 500 main boom heavy insert H Length Width Height 6 m No. 500 main boom medium insert TITLE IN PRIMARY LANGUAGE TITLE IN SECONDARY LANGUAGE SIZE FORMAT GROUP CREATOR 12 m No. 500 main boom medium insert with equalizer brackets Length Width Height G Length Width Height 12 m No. 500 main boom medium insert Length Width Height TITLE IN PRIMARY LANGUAGE TITLE IN SECONDARY LANGUAGE SIZE FORMAT SHIPPING CONFIGURATION W/ OPTIONS 1, 2, & 3 GROUP CREATOR 12m No. 500 main boom light insert with suspension Length Width Height 12m No. 500 main boom light insert H Length Width Height...

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Outline dimensions 10 m No. 500 boom top H Length Width Height 10 m No. 501 luffing jib main strut H L Length Width Height Note: Sheaves, Straps, Wire rope guide, Main Strut stops are included Length Width Height Note: Sheaves, Straps, Wire rope guide are included 12 m No. 501 luffing jib insert Length Width Height Note: Jib Straps are included 6 m No. 501 luffing jib insert Length Width Height Note: Jib straps are included Length Width Height Note: Jib stops and hinge pins are included Length Width Height Note: Jib straps, lower point, and wire rope guide are included are included Width Height...

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Transport data Load summary 78 m B10:500 heavy lift main boom + 12 m No. 148 fixed jib Series 2 counterweight Quantity on trailer load # (Does not include blocking, strapping, etc.) Upperworks module Crawler Assembly Counterweight tray Mast shipping module VPC® Actuator 12 m No. 500 Heavy Insert w/sheaves 12 m No. 500 Light Insert w/ Suspension Weight ball

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Performance data Drum identification Drum number Main hoist Auxiliary front hoist (optional) Auxiliary rear hoist (optional) Boom/Mast Hoist (VPC-MAX™) Boom hoist (VPC-MAX™) Luffing/auxiliary hoist Tagline winch Rigging winch *freefall optional Working weight 30 m B10:500 boom upper boom point 22,2 t hook ball 330 t hook block 175,2 t counterweight 2 swing drives

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Performance data B10:500 / B60:500 boom Hoist reeving for main load block single lead line - 28 mm wire rope B10:500 / B60:500 boom Hoist reeving for drum #6 28 mm wire rope Maximum load Maximum load Performance for aux/luffing (drum #6) 28 mm wire rope 13 600 kg maximum line pull Single line pull/single line speed m/min Single line pull kg Performance for main (drum #1) 28 mm wire rope 16 670 kg maximum line pull Single line pull/single line speed m/min Single line pull kg For specific configurations refer to www.cranelibrary.com.

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Boom combinations B10:500 main boom combinations Main boom inserts m H - heavy inserts M - medium inserts L - light inserts

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Main boom range diagram B10:500 boom THIS CHART IS ONLY A GUIDE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO OPERATE THE CRANE. The individual crane’s load chart, operating instructions and other instructional plates must be read and understood prior to operating the crane

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*Note: Special equipment required.

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Fixed jib range diagram No. 148 fixed jib on B10:500 boom THIS CHART IS ONLY A GUIDE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO OPERATE THE CRANE. The individual crane’s load chart, operatingManitowoc instructions andMLC300 other instructional plates18 must be read and understood prior to operating the crane | Page

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Fixed jib load charts No. 148 fixed jib on B10:500 boom Series 3 215,2 t counterweight 10° offset boom length m For complete chart, refer to www.cranelibrary.com. THIS CHART IS ONLY A GUIDE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO OPERATE THE CR

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Fixed jib load charts No. 148 fixed jib on B10:500 boom Series 2 175,2 t counterweight 10° offset boom length m For complete chart, refer to www.cranelibrary.com. THIS CHART IS ONLY A GUIDE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO OPERATE

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