Terex RT780-1

Series: Terex Rough Terrain Crane

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The Terex RT780-1 is a model in the Terex Rough Terrain Crane series. The engine delivers 263.6 hp (193.9 kW), has 6 cylinders. Torque is 989.7 Nm. Rated speed is 2,500 rpm. Ground clearance is 338.3 mm. Top speed is 40.2 km/h. The tank holds 302.8 litres. The gearbox has 6 forward gears. There are also 6 reverse gears. The fuel is Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel. Maximum torque is reached at 1,500 rpm. The hydraulic tank holds 673.8 litres. The engine fitted is the Cummins QSB6,7. Tyre size: 29,5 X 25-28PR. The Terex Rough Terrain Crane series covers 35 models. Rated output within it ranges from 131.8 to 304.2 hp; the RT780-1 sits in the upper part of that range with 263.6 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the RT600 below it with 258.5 hp and the RT100 above it with 263.8 hp. 377 Terex models across 29 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 modelCummins QSB6.7correct
FuelUltra Low Sulfur Dieselcorrect
Power263.6 hp (193.9 kW)correct
Rated speed2,500 rpmcorrect
Torque989.7correct
Speed at max. torque1,500 rpmcorrect
Cylinders6correct
AspirationTurbocharger with intercoolercorrect

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance338.3correct

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typepowershift transmission transmission with torque convertercorrect
Forward gears6correct
Reverse gears6correct
Tyre size29.5 X 25-28PRcorrect
Top speed40.2 km/hcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity673.8 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity302.8 lcorrect

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Terex RT780-1 have?

The Terex RT780-1 delivers 264 hp.

What engine does the Terex RT780-1 have?

6 cylinders, Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel.

How fast does the Terex RT780-1 go?

Top speed is 40.2 km/h.

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