Top 100: Rough-Terrain Crane Reaches New Heights

With a rated lift capacity of 130 tons and a tip height of 279 feet (160-foot main boom with lattice extension and inserts), the Grove RT9130E brings expanded capability to the rough-terrain-crane market. The machine features Grove's Megaform boom and the Grove E-Series cab, which tilts back 20 degrees for better lines of sight. To facilitate transport, the crane's 40,000-pound counterweight, auxiliary hoist and hydraulically pinned outrigger boxes are designed for easy removal. Estimated price: $1,030,000.