Grove RT635

Series: Grove Rough Terrain Crane

The photo shows the RT522 from the same series. Source: https://www.ritchielist.com/1/12-4786-13714/grove-rt522b/13e

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The Grove Rough Terrain Crane series from Grove includes the RT635. The engine delivers 161.8 hp (119 kW), with a displacement of 8,193.5 cm³. The engine comes from Detrolt Diesel. Torque is 439.3 Nm. Rated speed is 2,800 rpm. The unladen weight is 26,066.6 kg. The tank holds 227.1 litres. The gearbox has 6 forward gears. There are also 6 reverse gears. Maximum torque is reached at 1,200 rpm. The hydraulic tank holds 518.6 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the 8.2. Tyre size: 23,5X25-24PR. The Grove Rough Terrain Crane series covers 81 models. Rated output within it ranges from 106.1 to 608.3 hp; the RT635 sits at the bottom of that range with 161.8 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the RT630C below it with 157.8 hp and the RT530E-2 above it with 166 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 makeDetrolt Dieselcorrect
Engine model8.2Lcorrect
Power161.8 hp (119 kW)correct
Rated speed2,800 rpmcorrect
Torque439.3correct
Speed at max. torque1,200 rpmcorrect
Displacement8,193.5 cm³correct
Aspirationnaturally aspiratedcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Unladen weight26,066.6 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typeremote mounted powershift transmissioncorrect
Forward gears6correct
Reverse gears6correct
Tyre size23.5X25-24PRcorrect
System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity518.6 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity227.1 lcorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 4.6 kW/t (119 kW / 26.1 t)

Stronger than 18% 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 RT635 have?

The Grove RT635 delivers 162 hp.

How much does the Grove RT635 weigh?

The unladen weight is 26,067 kg.

What engine does the Grove RT635 have?

8,194 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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