Grove RT500DXL

Series: Grove Rough Terrain Crane

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The RT500DXL from Grove is part of the Grove Rough Terrain Crane series. The engine delivers 146.9 hp (108.1 kW), with a displacement of 5,901 cm³. Torque is 542.1 Nm. Rated speed is 2,200 rpm. The unladen weight is 27,851.5 kg. The tank holds 227.1 litres. The gearbox has 8 forward gears. There are also 4 reverse gears. Maximum torque is reached at 1,600 rpm. The hydraulic tank holds 454.2 litres. The electrical system runs on 24 V. The engine fitted is the 6BT5,9. Tyre size: 20,5R25. The Grove Rough Terrain Crane series covers 81 models. Rated output within it ranges from 106.1 to 608.3 hp; the RT500DXL sits at the bottom of that range with 146.9 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the RT58E below it with 131.9 hp and the RT635C above it with 153.7 hp. 338 Grove models across 8 series are on record. The model is listed under Cranes & access platforms. 16 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model6BT5.9correct
Power146.9 hp (108.1 kW)correct
Rated speed2,200 rpmcorrect
Torque542.1correct
Speed at max. torque1,600 rpmcorrect
Displacement5,901 cm³correct
Aspirationturbochargedcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Unladen weight27,851.5 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typefull powershift transmissioncorrect
Forward gears8correct
Reverse gears4correct
Tyre size20.5R25correct
System voltage24 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity454.2 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity227.1 lcorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 3.9 kW/t (108 kW / 27.9 t)

Stronger than 14% 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 RT500DXL have?

The Grove RT500DXL delivers 147 hp.

How much does the Grove RT500DXL weigh?

The unladen weight is 27,852 kg.

What engine does the Grove RT500DXL have?

5,901 cm³ displacement.

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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