Grove GRT880

Series: Grove Rough Terrain Crane

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The Grove GRT880 is a model in the Grove Rough Terrain Crane series. The engine delivers 278.8 hp (205.1 kW), with a displacement of 7,000.6 cm³. The engine comes from Cummins. Torque is 990 Nm. Rated speed is 2,500 rpm. The unladen weight is 41,127 kg. The wheelbase measures 2,544.1 mm. Top speed is 38.8 km/h. The tank holds 312.3 litres. The gearbox has 6 forward gears. There are also 6 reverse gears. Maximum torque is reached at 1,500 rpm. The engine fitted is the QSB6. Tyre size: 23,5 x 25 – 24 Bias ply rating. The Grove Rough Terrain Crane series covers 81 models. Rated output within it ranges from 106.1 to 608.3 hp; the GRT880 sits in the lower part of that range with 278.8 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the RT875C below it with 259.8 hp and the RT990 above it with 284.2 hp. 338 Grove models across 8 series are on record. The model is listed under Cranes & access platforms. 17 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine makeCumminscorrect
Engine modelQSB6correct
Power278.8 hp (205.1 kW)correct
Rated speed2,500 rpmcorrect
Torque990correct
Speed at max. torque1,500 rpmcorrect
Displacement7,000.6 cm³correct
AspirationTurbo-chargedcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase2,544.1correct
Unladen weight41,127 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typeRangeshiftcorrect
Forward gears6correct
Reverse gears6correct
Tyre size23.5 x 25 – 24 Bias ply ratingcorrect
Top speed38.8 km/hcorrect

Working data

Fuel tank capacity312.3 lcorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 5 kW/t (205 kW / 41.1 t)

Stronger than 50% of the mobile & rough terrain cranes in the register — out of 591 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Grove GRT880 have?

The Grove GRT880 delivers 279 hp.

How much does the Grove GRT880 weigh?

The unladen weight is 41,127 kg.

What engine does the Grove GRT880 have?

7,001 cm³ displacement.

How fast does the Grove GRT880 go?

Top speed is 38.8 km/h.

What to check before buying

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  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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