Liebherr 172 EC-B 8 Tower Crane
The Liebherr 172 EC-B 8 is a high-capacity flat-top tower crane designed for performance on demanding construction sites. With a maximum lifting capacity of 8,000 kg and a range of jib configurations up to 60 meters, this crane delivers impressive lifting capabilities and precise control for large-scale commercial and infrastructure projects.
Technical Specifications
- •Maximum lifting capacity: 8,000 kg
- •Maximum jib length: 60.0 m
- •Capacity at max. jib length: 1,700 kg
- •Maximum hook height: Varies with tower configuration
- •Frequency-controlled drives for all movements
- •LITRONIC control system for precise operation
Key Features
- •Flat-top design for easy assembly and transportation
- •Multiple tower system options for different heights
- •Eco-mode for reduced energy consumption
- •Tower-Crane-Data-Interface for connectivity
- •Liebherr ABB anti-collision system compatibility
- •Designed for easy maintenance and long service life
Performance & Applications
The Liebherr 172 EC-B 8 tower crane provides an ideal combination of lifting capacity and reach, making it suitable for a wide range of construction applications. Its flat-top design simplifies assembly on congested sites and the LITRONIC control system offers outstanding precision during operation.
High-Rise Construction
The crane's high lifting capacity and impressive working radius are ideal for large-scale residential and commercial high-rise projects.
Industrial Construction
Optimized for heavy lifting operations required in power plant, factory, and industrial facility construction.
Infrastructure Projects
Suitable for bridge construction, transportation hubs, and other large infrastructure developments.
Mixed-Use Developments
Versatile performance makes it ideal for complex mixed-use projects with varying load requirements.
LM1 Load Capacity Chart
The following chart shows the Liebherr 172 EC-B 8 load capacity in tonnes (t) across varying reaches and boom heights. Bold values highlight maximum capacities at specific reaches.
| m | r | m | t | 16.0 | 18.0 | 22.0 | 24.4 | 26.9 | 30.0 | 32.5 | 35.0 | 37.5 | 40.0 | 42.5 | 45.0 | 47.5 | 50.0 | 52.5 | 55.0 | 57.5 | 60.0 | 62.5 | |||
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| 62.5 | r=64.0 | 2.6–18.0 | 8 | 8.00 | 7.53 | 6.41 | 5.56 | 4.89 | 4.35 | 3.91 | 3.53 | 3.22 | 2.99 | 2.78 | 2.60 | 2.43 | 2.28 | 2.14 | 2.02 | 1.91 | 1.80 | ||||
| 60.0 | r=61.5 | 2.6–19.3 | 8 | 8.00 | 6.94 | 6.03 | 5.31 | 4.73 | 4.25 | 3.85 | 3.51 | 3.26 | 3.04 | 2.84 | 2.66 | 2.50 | 2.36 | 2.22 | 2.10 | - | - | ||||
| 57.5 | r=59.0 | 2.6–19.2 | 8 | 8.00 | 6.88 | 5.98 | 5.26 | 4.69 | 4.21 | 3.81 | 3.48 | 3.23 | 3.01 | 2.81 | 2.64 | 2.48 | 2.33 | 2.20 | - | - | - | ||||
| 55.0 | r=56.5 | 2.6–21.5 | 8 | 8.00 | 7.80 | 6.78 | 5.98 | 5.34 | 4.81 | 4.36 | 3.98 | 3.70 | 3.46 | 3.24 | 3.04 | 2.86 | 2.70 | - | - | - | - | ||||
| 52.5 | r=54.0 | 2.6–21.4 | 8 | 8.00 | 7.77 | 6.76 | 5.96 | 5.32 | 4.79 | 4.34 | 3.96 | 3.69 | 3.44 | 3.23 | 3.03 | 2.85 | - | - | - | - | - | ||||
| 50.0 | r=51.5 | 2.6–21.5 | 8 | 8.00 | 7.82 | 6.98 | 6.27 | 5.55 | 5.07 | 4.66 | 4.30 | 3.99 | 3.71 | 3.47 | 3.25 | - | - | - | - | - | |||||
| 45.0 | r=46.5 | 2.6–22.5 | 8 | 8.00 | 7.28 | 6.49 | 5.82 | 5.35 | 4.70 | 4.31 | 3.97 | 3.68 | 3.43 | 3.20 | 3.20 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 40.0 | r=41.5 | 2.6–25.5 | 8 | 8.00 | 7.40 | 6.60 | 5.94 | 5.47 | 4.82 | 4.42 | 4.08 | 3.79 | 3.75 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | ||
| 35.0 | r=36.5 | 2.6–29.0 | 8 | 8.00 | 7.80 | 7.00 | 6.34 | 5.87 | 5.22 | 4.82 | 4.50 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | ||
| 30.0 | r=31.5 | 2.6–29.0 | 8 | 8.00 | 7.90 | 7.10 | 6.44 | 5.97 | 5.75 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 26.9 | r=28.4 | 2.6–22.9 | 8 | 8.00 | 7.46 | 6.70 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | ||||
| 24.4 | r=25.9 | 2.6–22.9 | 8 | 8.00 | 7.45 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Drive Unit Specifications
The Liebherr 172 EC-B 8 is available with two primary hoisting unit options, providing different performance characteristics to match specific project requirements.
WIW 230 MZ 427 (24 kW FU)
| Power | 24 kW FU |
| kVA | 35.0 |
| Max. Rope Length | 328.0 m |
| Lifting Height | 113.0 m |
| Layers | 4 |
| Control | Stepless (stufenlos), continuously variable |
Hoisting Speeds
| Load (tonnes) | Speed (m/min) |
|---|---|
| 8.00 | 0 ➝ 16 |
| 0.50 | 0 ➝ 86 |
Hoisting Speed vs. Load
Hoisting speed increases as load decreases from 8t at minimum speed to 0.5t at maximum speed
WIW 260 MZ 423 (45 kW FU)
| Power | 45 kW FU |
| kVA | 54.0 |
| Max. Rope Length | 328.0 m |
| Lifting Height | 179.0 m |
| Layers | 6 |
| Control | Stepless (stufenlos), continuously variable |
Hoisting Speeds
| Load (tonnes) | Speed (m/min) |
|---|---|
| 8.00 | 0 ➝ 29 |
| 0.58 | 0 ➝ 174 |
Hoisting Speed vs. Load
Hoisting speed increases as load decreases from 8t at minimum speed to 0.58t at maximum speed
Auxiliary Drives
Slewing
| Speed | 0 ➝ 0.8 U/min |
| Power | 7.5 kW FU |
Trolley Travel
| Speed | 0 ➝ 100.0 m/min |
| Power | 5.5 kW FU |
Luffing Jib
| Speed | 25.0 m/min |
| Power Options | 2 × 4.0 kW (16 HC 175) 2 × 5.5 kW (17 HC 200) 2 × 7.5 kW (21 HC 290) |
Technical Documentation
Download the official Liebherr 172 EC-B 8 specifications and load charts document for detailed technical information, setup configurations, and operational parameters:
Liebherr 172 EC-B 8 Specifications
Official technical data, dimensions, load charts, and operating parameters for the Liebherr 172 EC-B 8 tower crane.
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About This Information
The information provided on this page is based on manufacturer specifications and industry knowledge. For the most up-to-date and project-specific information, always consult the official Liebherr documentation and contact an authorized Liebherr dealer.
For operational guidelines, safety protocols, and detailed assembly instructions, refer to the official operator's manual provided by Liebherr.