Sinotruk HOWO 8x4 20-Ton Knuckle Boom Crane Truck – XCMG Folding Crane for Construction & Logistics
Product Overview
The Sinotruk HOWO 8x4 Crane Truck is a heavy-duty integrated lifting and transport vehicle designed for construction sites, logistics operations, scrap steel recycling, and emergency rescue. Built on the robust HOWO 8x4 chassis with 1,800+4,600+1,350mm wheelbase and HW76 cabin (LHD/RHD with A/C), this vehicle features a Weichai WP12S4 diesel engine delivering 400HP (11,596ml, Euro II) with an HW19710 10-speed manual transmission (10 forward + 2 reverse).
The XCMG SQZ400 knuckle boom crane delivers 20,000kg effective lifting capacity at 2.0m with a 400 t*m lifting moment, 14m maximum lifting height, 11.81m working radius, and 360° continuous rotation. The multi-segment articulated boom (1 main + 5 extendable booms) can be flexibly folded for compact storage.
Key Features
- Sinotruk HOWO 8x4 Chassis: 1,800+4,600+1,350mm wheelbase, HW76 cabin LHD/RHD with A/C. GVW 31,000kg, curb 10,350kg. Front 9,500×2 kg / Rear 16,000×2 kg. 12.00R20 18PR tires (12+1 spare). 400L fuel tank.
- Weichai 400HP Euro II Engine: WP12S4, 400HP, 11,596ml. HW19710 10-speed manual transmission (10F+2R).
- XCMG SQZ400 20-Ton Knuckle Boom Crane: 20,000kg @ 2.0m. 400 t*m moment. 14m height. 11.81m radius. 360° rotation. 1 main + 5 extendable booms. 5,420kg crane weight.
- Multi-Segment Articulated Folding Boom: Flexible folding for compact storage. Works in narrow/confined spaces.
- H-Shape Hydraulic Outriggers: 4 pcs, 4,400-11,810mm span. 63 L/min flow @ 31.5 MPa.
- Cargo Body: 7,500×2,400×550mm, Q235 steel. Bottom 5mm / Side 3mm. 30-ton loading capacity.
- Multi-Functional: Grapples, clamps, hooks, aerial platforms available.
- Optional: Hydraulic tipper box, remote controller, custom color/logo.
Applications
- Construction sites (steel beams, precast concrete, formwork lifting)
- Logistics parks (container and cargo loading/unloading)
- Scrap steel recycling (heavy scrap metal handling)
- Emergency rescue (fast clearing in narrow spaces)
- Equipment installation and positioning
- Wood handling and log transport
Technical Specifications
Chassis Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Chassis Model |
ZZ1317 |
| Driving Model |
8x4 |
| Cab |
HW76 cabin, Right/Left hand drive, With air conditioner |
| Dimension |
12000 x 2500 x 3900 mm |
| Wheelbase |
1800 + 4600 + 1350 mm |
| Gross Vehicle Weight |
31000 kg |
| Curb Weight |
10350 kg |
| Front Axle Loading Capacity |
9500 x2 kg |
| Rear Axle Loading Capacity |
16000 x2 kg |
| Axle Number |
4 |
| Tire |
12.00R20 18PR (12pcs with 1 spare tire) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity |
400L |
Engine Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Engine Type |
Weichai diesel engine |
| Configuration |
6 cylinders in a line, Water cooled, turbocharged, after cooled, cold start |
| Model |
WP12S4 |
| Horse Power |
400 HP |
| Displacement |
11596 ml |
| Emission Standard |
Euro 2 |
| Transmission |
Model: HW19710 (10 Forwards & 2 Reverses) |
Cargo Box Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Size (L×W×H) |
7500 × 2400 × 550 mm |
| Loading Capacity |
30 Tons |
| Bottom Thickness |
5 mm |
| Side Thickness |
3 mm |
| Material |
High quality Q235 carbon steel |
Crane Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Model |
SQZ400 |
| Working Platform |
360° turning (left or right), H-shape legs 360° |
| Extendable Boom Section |
1 main boom + 5 extendable boom |
| Crane Type |
Folding Boom Crane |
| Max. Lifting Capacity |
Effectively: 20000 kg at 2.0 meters |
| Max. Working Radius |
11.81 meters |
| Max. Lifting Height |
14 meters |
| Max. Lifting Moment |
400 T.m |
| Max. Oil Flow of Hydraulic System |
63 L/min |
| Max. Pressure of Hydraulic System |
31.5 Mpa |
| Crane Weight |
5420 kg |
| Landing Leg |
4 Pcs hydraulic handing leg |
Optional Features
- Hydraulic tipper box
- Box thickness as required
- Remote controller is optional
- Customized logo and color