Ruston Bucyrus excavators

[Papyrus]

Quick question:

When being moved on a low loader or wagon, were excavators still fully assembled? Were there ever occasions when, say, the jib was removed for transport? I've tried Google but the results are inconclusive.

Cheers,

Chris

[exmouthcraig]

I think Chris that the jib arm was in at least 3 pieces.

From the crane body the jib widens from a tapered section to a square section and that is 1 piece that probably stays attached

The full square sections maybe 1 or 2 pieces will be removed and loaded

The top section with the top pulley wheel tapers from square to a narrower section much the same shape as section 1 .

Theres a very good book series on Ruston Bucyrus cranes through the years, maybe of some help

[martyn]

Quick answer.

Yes.

The BFI film 'Berth 24' has a scene where a brand new crane is being loaded on a ship for export.

The jib is totally removed, and the cab and track unit is lifted as a unit into the ship's hold.

Martyn

[keithbythe sea]

Yes. I recall from my very early days on motorway construction sites that they arrived on site without the jib assembled.

[Papyrus]

Many thanks for the replies, chaps!

That gives me options...

Cheers,

Chris