Demag
Complete counterweight for Demag AC80-1
This complete counterweight assembly is designed for the Demag AC80-1 mobile crane. It provides the necessary mass to balance the crane during lifting operations, with a total weight of 6.55 tonnes.
Parts diagram
Compatible models
Specifications
- Part number
- 587 706 40
- Brand
- Demag
The counterweight assembly, part number 587 706 40, is a mass component designed for the Demag AC80-1 mobile crane. This assembly serves to balance the load being lifted and the crane boom, effectively shifting the center of gravity to counteract the overturning moment generated during operation. It is engineered to ensure the machine maintains stability while working within its specified load charts.
This component is specifically configured for the Demag AC80-1 model. It provides a total weight of 6.55 tonnes, as specified by the manufacturer. Proper installation and positioning of this counterweight are required to maintain the operational integrity of the crane and to ensure that the equipment functions within its designed safety parameters.
In mobile cranes, counterweights are used to stabilize the superstructure against the forces exerted by the boom and the suspended load. By adding mass to the rear of the crane, the counterweight allows the machine to lift heavier loads at greater radii without compromising its balance. Maintaining the correct counterweight configuration is fundamental to the safe operation of any heavy lifting equipment.