National Crane Published 08/16/19 Control # 112-05 9-33
500E2 SERVICE MANUAL CRANE INSTALLATION
The method shown below can be used to shift more weight
to the front of the crane than the previous methods. When
using this method, check for interference with hydraulic
reservoir and truck tires. Bed attachment to truck should be
planned in advance. If the bed is attached to the torsion box
by bolting through the slots in torsion box, leave an open
area in concrete counterweight for hardware access. The
weight of the concrete can be determined by multiplying the
volume in cubic inches by 0.083 lb per cubic inch.
Example
Concrete poured in the bed measures:
• 4 inches (10.16 cm) deep
• 86 inches (218.44 cm) wide
• 70 inches (177.80 cm) long.
The weight of the concrete is 4 x 86 x 70 x0.083 = 2000 lb.
(907 kg). The center of this weight is in the center of the
concrete slab.
8 in (20.3 cm)
44 in
111.8 cm)