Which RT crane do i buy? SANY or ZOOMLION

[ernstZA]

I am looking to buy a new RT crane and need to choose between either a SANY RT35(40 USton) or Zoomlion RT35 (40 USton).
I am very familiar with KATO, TADANO and GROVE 25/30t RT's but don't know how these will compare. Pricing is very good at almost 20% less.
Is there anyone with experience on either one or both of these cranes?
Would like some input on which crane will be the better one to work with as a operator and also to work as a mechanic.
Any feedback will be welcomed.

 

[Leonch]

Both cranes are good.

 

[MCCA_Nardus]

Hi Ernst

I am looking to buy a new RT crane and need to choose between either a SANY RT35(40 USton) or Zoomlion RT35 (40 USton).
I am very familiar with KATO, TADANO and GROVE 25/30t RT's but don't know how these will compare. Pricing is very good at almost 20% less.
Is there anyone with experience on either one or both of these cranes?
Would like some input on which crane will be the better one to work with as a operator and also to work as a mechanic.
Any feedback will be welcomed.

I See this is a pretty old post but FYI, I work for Manitowoc (which owns Grove) and are based in Johannesburg, if you have any questions then feel free to contact me
Nardus.dutoit@manitowoc.com

Regards

 

[dbl612]

the 20% less is worth the heartburn you will get with those junks.

 

[ichudov]

But quality is very bad at 40% less ;-)

 

[hduhwehduhw]

I'd stick with the KATO or TADANO, they're high quality machines which will save you plenty of problem in the long-run. Better Return on investments in my opinion. I run a rental fleet and I can tell you, you can't go wrong with the KATO.