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American 8470 Specifications

The American 8470 is a heavy-duty, lattice-boom conventional truck crane that is part of the American 800 Series,  a line of s manufactured by American Hoist... Show More
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American 800 Series / 8470 Lattice Boom Conventional Truck Crane

American 800 Series / 8470 Lattice Boom Conventional Truck Crane For Sale

Location Florida US
2219 miles
Make American
Model 8470
Tons 180.00
Year 1983

$149,500 USD

by Forgotten Coast Crane Service, Inc.

This AMERICAN 8470 Truck Crane is work-ready with a lift capacity of 180 tons. Manufactured by American Hoist & Derrick Co., acquired by Terex, and now supported by PVE Cranes.  WATCH VIDEO Specifications Lift capacity: 180 tons (360,000 lbs) Maximum boom length: Up to 290 ft Maximum jib length: Up to 70 ft Carrier engine: Cummins Transmission: Eaton Fuller 13-speed manual with a 4-speed auxiliary transmission Outriggers: 4 Load moment indicator (LMI): A Robway GS820 or 900 series Greer LMI is often included. Configuration: 8x4 lattice-boom truck crane

American 8470

(Cranes, Hoists & Material Handlers : Truck Cranes)

American 8470 Specifications American 8470 Specifications

The American 8470 is a heavy-duty, lattice-boom conventional truck crane that is part of the American 800 Series,  a line of s manufactured by American Hoist & Derrick Co. (Amhoist). Models in the series include the 8450, 8460, and 8470, which offer up to 180 ton USt lifting capacity. These legacy machines, often powered by Detroit Diesel engines, are known for their robust construction. Parts and support for the American Line are now supported by specialists such as PVE Cranes. 

Key Aspects of the American 800 Series (8450/8460/8470):

  • Capacity & Type: These are high-capacity, lattice-boom truck cranes designed for heavy lifting tasks.
  • Models: The series primarily includes the 8450, 8460, and 8470 models.
  • Powerplant: Commonly equipped with Detroit Diesel (GM) 8V-71N engines.
  • Support: Although older, these cranes are supported in the secondary market and can be updated with modern load moment indicators (LMIs). 
Crane Specifications, Load Charts, and Crane Manuals are for *Reference Only* and are not to be used by the crane operator to operate any type of crane, telehandler, lift truck or aerial access device. To obtain OEM Crane Service, Crane Parts or Crane Maintenance Manuals, contact the crane and or lifting manufacturer directly.

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