Grove RT530E-2

Series: Grove Rough Terrain Crane

The photo shows the RT522B from the same series. Source: https://www.ritchielist.com/1/12-4786-13714/grove-rt522b/13e

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The Grove RT530E-2 belongs to the Grove Rough Terrain Crane series. The engine delivers 166 hp (122.1 kW), with a displacement of 6,700.7 cm³. Torque is 732 Nm. Rated speed is 2,500 rpm. The unladen weight is 25,852.5 kg. Ground clearance is 475.5 mm. The tank holds 220.3 litres. The gearbox has 6 forward gears. There are also 6 reverse gears. Maximum torque is reached at 1,500 rpm. The hydraulic tank holds 316.5 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the QSB 6,7L. Tyre size: 20,5x25 -24bias. The Grove Rough Terrain Crane series covers 81 models. Rated output within it ranges from 106.1 to 608.3 hp; the RT530E-2 sits at the bottom of that range with 166 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the RT635 below it with 161.8 hp and the GRT655 above it with 166.3 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 modelQSB 6.7Lcorrect
Power166 hp (122.1 kW)correct
Rated speed2,500 rpmcorrect
Torque732correct
Speed at max. torque1,500 rpmcorrect
Displacement6,700.7 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance475.5correct
Unladen weight25,852.5 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typeRange-shiftcorrect
Forward gears6correct
Reverse gears6correct
Tyre size20.5x25 -24biascorrect
System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity316.5 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity220.3 lcorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 4.7 kW/t (122 kW / 25.9 t)

Stronger than 19% 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 RT530E-2 have?

The Grove RT530E-2 delivers 166 hp.

How much does the Grove RT530E-2 weigh?

The unladen weight is 25,852 kg.

What engine does the Grove RT530E-2 have?

6,701 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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