A Benchmark for its class: The Demag® AC 220-5 All Terrain Crane

The Demag AC 220-5 is expected to make an enormous splash at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020 with two of its unparalleled characteristics: On one hand, its overall length of 47.54 feet and its width of 9.84 feet, making it the most compact crane in the 242-ton capacity class. On the other hand, the fact that it features the longest main boom in its class, coming in at 255 feet. In other words, the Demag AC 220-5 works at heights that no other crane in its class can aspire to. And if necessary, it can reach even higher: Up to 324.80 feet are possible with the optional main boom extension.

More Lifting Capacity with the IC-1 Plus

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Thanks to its innovative IC-1 Plus control system, the Demag AC 220-5 can even handle lifts that are normally the exclusive job of larger cranes. To do this, the system calculates the crane’s lifting capacity for every boom position as a function of the superstructure’s slewing angle, and in real time to boot. This means that the lifting capacity for a specific radius is no longer limited to the lowest value for a pre-calculated 360° lifting capacity, as used to be the case. Instead, the crane can always take full advantage of the maximum available lifting capacity. This advantage is particularly useful when it comes to lifts requiring an asymmetrical outrigger setup.

More Shared Components – Lower Costs

The AC 220-5 also makes a compelling case when it comes to cost-effectiveness: Many of the components in Demag 5-axle machines, such as hoist 2, the main boom extensions, the runners, and the swing-away rooster sheaves and heavy-lift attachments are interchangeable, making the AC 220-5 a true bargain when it comes to servicing and inventory management. The result? Lower operating costs.

Highly Maneuverable 5-Axle Unit

The AC 220-5 is powered by state-of-the-art Scania DC13 diesel engines with an output of 331 to 405 kW that comply with EU Stage V / Tier 4f (405 kW) or EU Stage III A / Tier 3 (331 kW) regulations. The power delivered by these engines is safely and reliably brought to the road by fully automatic ZF TraXon transmissions with 12 forward gears and two reverse gears via three or four driven axles. In addition, 5-axle steering, combined with independent rear axle steering and dynamic launch control, makes the AC 220-5 tremendously maneuverable.