Grove RT700E

Series: Grove Rough Terrain Crane

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The Grove RT700E is a model in the Grove Rough Terrain Crane series. The engine delivers 243.4 hp (179 kW), has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 6,700.7 cm³. The engine comes from Cummins. Torque is 987 Nm. Rated speed is 2,500 rpm. The unladen weight is 38,618 kg. The tank holds 273.3 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 500.1 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the QSB 6,7L. Tyre size: 29,5x25-28PR. The Grove Rough Terrain Crane series covers 81 models. Rated output within it ranges from 106.1 to 608.3 hp; the RT700E sits in the lower part of that range with 243.4 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the RT750 below it with 202.7 hp and the RT855B above it with 253 hp. 338 Grove models across 8 series are on record. The model is listed under Cranes & access platforms. 18 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine makeCumminscorrect
Engine modelQSB 6.7Lcorrect
Power243.4 hp (179 kW)correct
Rated speed2,500 rpmcorrect
Torque987correct
Speed at max. torque1,500 rpmcorrect
Cylinders6correct
Displacement6,700.7 cm³correct
Aspirationturbochargedcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Unladen weight38,618 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typeSpicer powershift transmissioncorrect
Forward gears6correct
Reverse gears6correct
Tyre size29.5x25-28PRcorrect
System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity500.1 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity273.3 lcorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 4.6 kW/t (179 kW / 38.6 t)

Stronger than 40% 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 RT700E have?

The Grove RT700E delivers 243 hp.

How much does the Grove RT700E weigh?

The unladen weight is 38,618 kg.

What engine does the Grove RT700E have?

6 cylinders, 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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