Rothmund Expands Fleet with Fourth Liebherr LTM 1230-5.1
- Meagan Wood
- Jul 8, 2025
- 3 min read
Updated: Jan 1
30-Second Takeaway
Rothmund GmbH und Montage has taken delivery of its fourth Liebherr LTM 1230-5.1, reinforcing its confidence in the 230-tonne, 5-axle mobile crane. Featuring a 75-metre telescopic boom, VarioBase®, and VarioBallast®, the LTM 1230-5.1 delivers exceptional mission flexibility across steel construction, concrete work, tower crane assembly, and industrial projects.
Rothmund GmbH und Montage has once again invested in Liebherr mobile crane technology, taking delivery of another LTM 1230-5.1 at the Liebherr plant in Ehingen. This latest addition brings the Pforzheim-based company’s fleet of this model to four identical cranes, underlining the crane’s versatility, performance, and operational efficiency.
The handover was attended by Tim Brückner and Heiko Brückner of Rothmund GmbH und Montage, together with Joachim Sommer from Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH. As with the previous units, Rothmund opted for its distinctive anniversary design featuring gold lettering on a black background, first introduced in 2021 to mark the company’s 40th anniversary.
Proven Concept Since 2020
Rothmund’s confidence in the LTM 1230-5.1 dates back to 2020, when the company placed its first order during the height of the Coronavirus pandemic. Just six months later, a second crane followed. Today, the fleet includes four identical machines.
“We’ve bought our fourth LTM 1230-5.1 because this crane simply represents the ideal concept for us,” explains Heiko Brückner, Managing Director of Rothmund GmbH und Montage.
“With the variable VarioBase® support, the adjustable VarioBallast® radius, and different ballast configurations, we can use it on an extremely wide range of jobs.”
The 75-metre telescopic boom is a decisive advantage, allowing Rothmund to complete many lifts without lattice extensions while still achieving impressive hook heights and load capacities.
One Crane, Countless Applications
The LTM 1230-5.1 has proven itself as a true all-rounder in Rothmund’s daily operations. Its flexibility makes it particularly well suited for:
Concrete and steel construction
Tower crane assembly and dismantling
Industrial maintenance and plant work
“The crane’s flexibility makes it hugely popular with our customers,” Brückner adds.
“It allows us to react quickly and efficiently across very different project types.”
Ten Liebherr Cranes in Five Years
Since 2021 alone, Rothmund has taken delivery of ten new Liebherr mobile cranes, reflecting a clear long-term strategy centered on standardization and reliability.
“Besides the quality and strong resale value, it’s the excellent support that makes us choose Liebherr,” says Brückner.
“Customer service is professional and fast, spare parts are available quickly, and standardized crane operation across all Liebherr models allows us to deploy our operators flexibly regardless of crane size.”
This consistency reduces training effort, improves safety, and increases operational efficiency across the fleet.
Expanding Beyond Mobile Cranes
Rothmund’s Liebherr investment strategy extends beyond all-terrain cranes. Since February 2025, the company has also operated a Liebherr LTR 1220 telescopic crawler crane, primarily used for steel construction, precast concrete assembly, and as an auxiliary crane for wind turbine installation.
About Rothmund GmbH und Montage
Founded in 1982 in the Pforzheim region, Rothmund GmbH und Montage began as a crane rental company and rapidly expanded in response to growing customer demand. Today, the company operates more than 20 cranes and offers comprehensive services in heavy lifting, machinery transport, industrial relocations, and specialized logistics. Its fleet includes mobile cranes, telescopic crawler cranes, heavy-duty transport vehicles, air cushion systems, loading cranes, and miniature crawler cranes.
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About Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH
Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of mobile and crawler cranes. Its product range spans from 35-tonne two-axle mobile cranes to heavy-duty all-terrain cranes with lifting capacities of up to 1,200 tonnes, as well as lattice boom crawler cranes reaching 3,000 tonnes. The Ehingen site employs around 5,000 people and anchors Liebherr’s global crane expertise.
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About the Liebherr Group
Founded in 1949, the Liebherr Group is a family-owned technology company with over 150 companies worldwide. Active across construction machinery, mining, aerospace, transportation systems, and industrial technology, Liebherr employs more than 50,000 people globally and generated combined revenues exceeding €14 billion in 2024.
