CMU Tadano (Tadano): description, operating features

The development of many industrial sectors depends on technology, which will perform a large amount of grunt work. Tadano has a wide range of loader cranes with different lifting capacities. The technical characteristics of Japanese crane installations have been appreciated by thousands of users.

Japan has always been famous for its unique developments to make work easier. Tadano CMUs successfully operate in 120 countries around the world, and the geography is expanding every year. The most popular models are Tadano 300 and 500 with a multifunctional telescopic boom.

Crane installations are a device for lifting and moving loads around the site at the same time. This saves money on the purchase and maintenance of additional special equipment.

General device. Units and mechanisms

The main elements of the CMU design are: a lifting hook, boom equipment with a lifting device, a turning unit, a support frame and a hydraulic control system.

Equipping the manipulator with interchangeable equipment makes the machine even more functional.

The boom is telescopic, the load hook suspension is cable. The fixed section is hinged on the column and is raised and lowered by hydraulic cylinders. There are from 2 to 6 sections in the boom - they are extended and folded by hydraulic cylinders and a pulley system.

Sections are made of durable steel, pentagonal in cross section. In the transport position, the boom is installed against or along the platform.

The winch is mounted on a rotating device or on a fixed section of the boom. Its drive hydraulic motor and friction mechanism ensure smooth and precise operation of the load.

Outriggers (supports) are retractable and controlled hydraulically. They have normal and high setting modes.

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The column (tower) is attached through a supporting-rotational device to the manipulator frame. Driven by a hydraulic motor through a gearbox.

The power unit is a radial piston or gear type hydraulic pump connected through a power take-off (PTO) system to the vehicle's transmission.

The control unit is hydraulic with manual valve control. The working fluid is a special composition specified by the manufacturer.

As an option, a remote control panel for the CMU is supplied with command transmission via radio frequencies.

Main technical characteristics of Tadano GR 550 EX and GT 650 E truck cranes

One of the most popular models is the Tadano GR 550 EX truck crane. This lifting equipment has a lifting capacity of 55 tons, within a radius of 3 meters. The speed of movement of special-purpose truck cranes from this manufacturer is quite high and amounts to about forty kilometers in one hour. The weight of the fully equipped equipment is 43.7 tons. It is also possible to use a jib, which can reach from 10 to 17.7 meters in length, depending on operating conditions.

The Tadano GT 650 E crane is also in high demand. The maximum lifting capacity of such special equipment is 65 tons, within a radius of 2.5 meters from the boom axis. The crane is equipped with a telescopic boom of 6 sections. The length of the boom device varies from 10 to 40 meters. It is also possible to use a jib, the length of which is from 10 to 16 meters, while the possible height of the work performed can increase to 56 meters.

The excellent technical characteristics of Tadano cranes largely explain its relatively high cost. When assembling the structure of these truck crane devices, technically tested parts made from high-quality materials are used. So, for example, the GT 650 E model will cost 9,000,000 rubles. The Tadano crane model GR 550 EX will cost significantly more, its price varies from 15,000,000 to 26,000,000 rubles (the year of manufacture plays an important role here, as well as the technical condition of the equipment and the operating mileage).

The lineup

The line of mechanisms includes more than 30 devices of various load capacities with a wide range of functions. The most popular cars on the Russian market are the 300 and 500 series.

CMU "Tadano" 300 has the following technical characteristics:

Unit change	ZR306	ZR305	ZR304	ZR303	ZR302
Cargo load	kg	3030	3030	3030	3030	3030
Boom Reach	m	2,4	2,4	2,55	2,6	2,6
Load	kg	130	250	480	680	1330
Working radius	m	14,4	12,1	9,8	7,5	5,3
Lifting the load grip off the ground	m	15,9	13,7	11,4	9,2	7
Column rotation	rpm	2,5	2,5	2,5	2,5	2,5
Telescopic sections	PC.	6	5	4	3	2
Weight/including loaded	T	7,5-10	7,5-10	7,5-10	7,5-10	7,5-10

CMU "Tadano" 500 has the following parameters:

Unit change	ZR503	ZR504	ZR505	ZR506
Cargo load	kg	3100	3100	2400	2100
Boom Reach	m	3,8	3,6	4,5	5
Load	kg	1250	800	470	200
Working radius	m	8,09	10,58	13,12	15,69
Lifting the load grip off the ground	m	10,3	12,7	15,2	15,69
Column rotation	rpm	2,5	2,5	2,5	2,5
Telescopic sections	PC.	3	4	5	6
Weight/including loaded	T	12-25	12-25	12-25	12-25

The price of the Tadano 300 CMU is from 450,000 rubles, the 500th model is from 500,000 rubles.

Reliability is the key to success

The Tadano company is a world-famous manufacturer of high-quality cranes on a manipulator installation. Its popularity is emphasized by the large number of positive reviews on thematic forums left by satisfied owners of Japanese equipment.

In most cases, the following points are noted:

The compactness of the Tadano 300 and 500 models with increased performance.
Ease of use and precision in completing assigned tasks.
Resistance to mechanical damage.
Simple but ultra-reliable design.
Proper care and operation will extend the effective service life.

Differences from competitors

Tadano manipulators differ from devices from other manufacturers:

the cable suspension of the load gripping mechanism allows for precise installation of parts of mounted structures in accordance with design specifications, makes it possible to lift and lower the load due to obstacles;
The rotating device of the boom column allows for manipulation of the load at any angle of rotation. When in motion, the boom is placed above the driver's cabin without reducing visibility;
the cable's reserve length ensures the delivery of cargo to pits 5–15 m below the machine level;
fast and slow modes of operation of manipulator systems depending on the operations performed;
outriggers (outriggers) have marks for possible extension and indicators for installing the chassis platform in a horizontal position;
extension of telescopic sections alternately for maximum use of the load moment;
use of remote control with high accuracy parameters.

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Features of CMU operation

The instruction manual is different for each series and model. In order for the faucet to serve for a long time, you need to carefully read the instructions and follow them in operation. The operator must understand the nuances of the operation of the equipment, as well as know possible malfunctions.

Periodic inspection of the CMU

It is important to keep the hydraulic system clean. It is unacceptable for dirt and water to get into it, this can lead to serious malfunctions. This system can only be refilled with fluids recommended by the manufacturer. Mechanism parts are designed taking into account the characteristics of these fluids, so they are ideal for these models.

The Tadano CMU can only be operated within the limits of its capabilities. Do not load the boom with a weight exceeding the maximum lifting capacity. You cannot drive a vehicle with the manipulator drive turned on.

You cannot use a crane to move a load on the ground or pull a car out of the mud. At extreme loads, it is better to use a winch rather than extend the telescopic boom.

At negative ambient temperatures, it is necessary to warm up the engine and hydraulic pump. If this is not done, there is a risk of the crane getting stuck with a load or the crane unit failing to operate.

Just like in a car, you need to change the oil in the faucet mechanisms and ensure that all parts are lubricated. The boom and support bearings need to be lubricated periodically.

All equipment requires care and respect, then it will last a long time and will not require repairs. Tadano is a reliable Japanese manufacturer that has earned a positive reputation in the special equipment market.

Work safety

The protective systems of Japanese Tadano auto-hydraulic lifts provide safe working conditions due to:

the use of sensors that record overload and boom position;
the presence of a device that limits the unwinding of the cable;
a device control system that records the boom parameters and allows the operator to re-set them in automatic mode, which is important for working on limited work sites;
blocking the lifting of the load-handling device when it approaches the top of the boom;
automatic selection of the load capacity mode in accordance with the parameters of the extension of the boom sections;
load moment limiting device, which is triggered when the maximum load on the manipulator is exceeded.

Where to buy spare parts for Tadano

By visiting our online store, you can buy spare parts for all models of Japanese cranes with a manipulating device. The catalog presents products from the best manufacturers of spare parts for special equipment. You can place an order in two ways to choose from:

call the phone number indicated on the website;
use the feedback form.

Managers will help you select the necessary parts for any model of crane installations presented on the brands website. Also, all visitors can ask questions and receive qualified answers from our company’s specialists.

Chassis used

According to experts, the devices can be used on any truck.

Basically, Tadano CMUs are mounted on trucks:

KamAZ - is installed behind the driver’s cab and is included in the hydraulic system of the vehicle. In the transport position, the installation is compact and does not affect the view from the cab.
GAS - mounted behind the cab or at the rear of the platform. Does not affect the dimensions of the vehicle, is compact, suitable for urban operating conditions;
ZIL - the hydraulic motor KMU is connected to the gearbox through the shaft of the power take-off system and the gearbox.
MAZ - installed behind the cab, but can be mounted in the rear of the frame. Uses the truck's electrical and hydraulic systems.
Hyundai - mounted on a frame with the installation of an additional subframe. Included in electrical and hydraulic systems.
Hino - Mounted at the front of the body platform and uses the vehicle's electrical and hydraulic systems.

More about the manufacturers

TADANO FAUN Group (Tadano Faun) is a group of Japanese companies that supplies its equipment to more than 120 countries around the world.

TADANO Ltd in 1948 .

A few years later, in 1955. The first crane-manipulator installation with a lifting capacity of 2 tons is being developed for installation on trucks. In 1960, the export of products began.

In 1971 Tadano installs an automatic safety device AML (Automatic Moment Limiter) on its cranes, which controls the load moment and prevents the crane from overloading.

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