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Tadano AC40 Technical Manual – Factory Crane Specs and Dimensions

If you’ve ever tried to find the correct main boom length for a Tadano AC40 from a third-party data sheet, you know the headache. I’ve seen guys chase a 2-inch dimension error for half a shift. This Tadano AC40 Technical Manual is the factory-issued booklet that gives you the real numbers – not a copy of a copy. 24 pages of OEM data, printed from the original PDF. No reprints or aftermarket translations mixed in.

You get the full contents listed in the original table of contents: Main boom dimensions starting on page 8, Folding swing-away jib on page 12, Runner on page 14, Basic equipment and Options on page 18. The Specifications section lands on page 7 with all the mechanical and hydraulic data. That’s where you’ll find travel speed, gradeability, slewing torque, and telescoping times – everything you need to verify a repair or plan a component swap.

Main Boom and Swing-away Jib – Factory Dimensions

Page 8 gives you the exact main boom length and section details for the Tadano AC40. The folding swing-away jib (page 12) includes stowage dimensions and pin locations. If you’re fabricating a replacement part or checking clearances, these are the numbers you trust. Aftermarket manuals often round dimensions to the nearest inch. This one gives you metric and imperial side-by-side – the original factory data.

Specifications on Page 7 – What You Get

The Specifications chapter (page 7) covers: max. axle loads, mechanism data, tyre size and pressure, hook block capacities (number of sheaves, rope diameter, permissible load), hoist line pull, travel speed, gradeability, slewing rotation speed, boom telescoping time, and boom elevation angle range. Every number is from the Tadano engineering department. No guessing.

Does the Manual Cover Travel Speed and Mechanism?

Yes. The travel speed and mechanism section lists both road speed and working speed. It includes the drivetrain details – number of lines, rope diameter, rope length. For a general understanding of how heavy-equipment transmissions operate, the Manual Transmission article explains the basics. But if you need the specific gear ratios for the AC40, they’re in this manual. The Manual Transmission reference is only a primer; the factory numbers are what you’ll use on the shop floor.

24 Pages of Factory Data – Why It Matters

Twenty-four pages doesn’t sound like much, but this manual is concentrated. Every page is packed with a specific dataset: dimensions on page 5, specifications on page 7, lifting capacity charts for main boom and jib, counterweight configurations, basic equipment list, and options. You don’t waste time flipping through hundreds of pages of fluff. You get the dimensional drawings, the torque values (where applicable), and the load charts. That’s all you need for rigging, repair, or inspection.

Basic Equipment and Options – Know What’s Standard

Page 18 lists the basic equipment that came on every Tadano AC40 from the factory: outrigger pads, hoist, hook block, etc. The options section shows what could be added (like a runner or an auxiliary hoist). If you’re restoring a used crane or verifying a machine’s capability, this chapter keeps you honest. Don’t rely on a dealer’s memory – use the printed factory list.

Counterweight and Lifting Capacities – Verified Specs

The manual includes full lifting capacity tables for operation on outriggers (360° rotation) and free on wheels. Separate charts for main boom, swing-away jib, and runner. Each table gives radius, boom length, and capacity in both metric tons and imperial pounds. These aren’t generic – they’re the same charts Tadano prints for the operator’s cab.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this manual include lifting capacity charts for the main boom and jib?

Yes. The lifting capacity tables cover main boom, folding swing-away jib, and runner – all with 360° on outriggers and free-on-wheels data. Multiple radius entries up to 40 meters.

What is the exact page count?

24 pages. You count them yourself.

Is the manual in English?

Yes. The PDF contains the full content in English, German, French, Italian, and Spanish – all five languages in one document. The English sections are clearly marked. If you need only English, you’ll still get all the diagrams and charts.

Can I use this manual for the AC40 City variant?

The manual is labeled “AC40CITY” on the cover but be aware: the city version may have different outrigger options or tyres. The dimensional and specification data in this manual appears to be for the standard AC40; if your machine has city-specific axle or counterweight changes, cross-check with Tadano. That said, the main boom and jib dimensions are identical across variants.

If you need the factory data to overhaul a Tadano AC40 or validate a repair, this is the document. Access the Factory Manual and keep it on your tablet during the job. No more chasing aftermarket errors.