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Grove RT65S

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 Rough Terrain Crane series from Grove includes the RT65S. The engine delivers 129 kW, with a displacement of 5,211.1 cm³. Torque is 536.9 Nm. Rated speed is 2,500 rpm. The unladen weight is 30,504.1 kg. Ground clearance is 484.6 mm. The tank holds 227.1 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 503.5 litres. The electrical system runs on 24 V. The engine fitted is the 6V-53N. Tyre size: 21,00X25-24ply. The Grove Rough Terrain Crane series covers 81 models. Rated output within it ranges from 78 to 447.4 kW; the RT65S sits at the bottom of that range with 129 kW. Its immediate neighbours are the RT755 below it with 126.8 kW and the RT700B above it with 132.1 kW. 338 Grove models across 8 series are on record. The model is listed under Cranes & access platforms. 15 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model6V-53Ncorrect
Power129 kWcorrect
Rated speed2,500 rpmcorrect
Torque536.9correct
Speed at max. torque1,500 rpmcorrect
Displacement5,211.1 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance484.6correct
Unladen weight30,504.1 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typeremote mounted full powershift transmissioncorrect
Forward gears6correct
Reverse gears6correct
Tyre size21.00X25-24plycorrect
System voltage24 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity503.5 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity227.1 lcorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 4.2 kW/t (129 kW / 30.5 t)

Stronger than 22% 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 RT65S have?

The Grove RT65S delivers 129 kW.

How much does the Grove RT65S weigh?

The unladen weight is 30,504 kg.

What engine does the Grove RT65S have?

5,211 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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