Liebherr Showcases LTM 1650-8.1 All-Terrain Crane Ahead of Bauma 2025
- Meagan Wood
- Feb 28, 2025
- 3 min read
Updated: Jan 1
30-Second Takeaway
Liebherr will spotlight its ultra-versatile LTM 1650-8.1 all-terrain crane at Bauma 2025, demonstrating how the 700-tonne, 8-axle mobile crane embodies the company’s “Hands on the future” vision. Featuring interchangeable boom systems, VarioBallast®, and proven performance in heavy infrastructure and wind energy projects, the LTM 1650-8.1 highlights Liebherr’s focus on efficiency, flexibility, and next-generation lifting technology.
Hands on the Future at Bauma 2025
The future of the construction and machinery world takes center stage at Bauma 2025, where Liebherr will present its latest innovations under the motto “Hands on the future.” The theme reflects Liebherr’s commitment to addressing tomorrow’s challenges today through advanced engineering, sustainable solutions, and operator-focused design.
Among the cranes featured for demonstration and display is the Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1, an all-terrain crane designed for maximum performance across a wide range of demanding lifting applications.
Visitors can experience the LTM 1650-8.1 at Liebherr’s outdoor booths 809–810 and 812–813, where the company will showcase how its mobile crane portfolio continues to push the boundaries of lifting capability.
LTM 1650-8.1: Power Meets Versatility
The Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1 is an 8-axle all-terrain crane with a nominal lifting capacity of 700 tonnes, delivering between 15% and 50% higher performance than its predecessor, the LTM 1500-8.1 depending on configuration.
The crane features two interchangeable telescopic boom systems:
54-metre telescopic boom
80-metre telescopic boom
Thanks to Liebherr’s easy-change system, operators can swap boom configurations efficiently, allowing the crane to adapt quickly to different job requirements.
The crane is also equipped with VarioBallast®, enabling infinite adjustment of the ballast radius via hydraulic slewing. This allows operators to optimize setup even in confined spaces, improving both safety and site flexibility.
Efficiency Built In
Beyond lifting performance, the LTM 1650-8.1 incorporates Liebherr’s ECOdrive system, which contributes to:
Reduced fuel consumption
Lower noise emissions
Optimized engine performance during crane operation
These features make the crane particularly well suited for urban, infrastructure, and environmentally sensitive job sites.
Proven Performance in the Field
In January 2025, the LTM 1650-8.1 was deployed by Steil, a German crane service provider, to install 45-tonne gate leaves at a lock in Müden, Germany. The crane’s rapid setup and intuitive operation were key to overcoming site-specific logistical challenges and completing the installation efficiently.
In another major application, two LTM 1650-8.1 cranes were used to unload massive wind turbine rotor blades at Jade-Weser Port near Wilhelmshaven in northern Germany.
Operated by Hamburg-based crane companies Knaack and Thömen (Hüffermann Group), each crane was configured with:
28-metre telescopic boom
49-metre luffing jib
155 tonnes of ballast
Lifting radii of up to 53 metres
This tandem operation highlighted the crane’s suitability for large-scale wind energy logistics and port handling operations.
Applications Across Multiple Sectors
The LTM 1650-8.1 is engineered for a wide variety of heavy-lift environments, including:
Wind turbine construction and maintenance
Heavy construction and infrastructure projects
Petrochemical plants and refineries
Power generation facilities
Communication and transmission infrastructure
Its combination of lifting power, transport efficiency, and configuration flexibility makes it a key asset for complex lifting tasks worldwide.
See the LTM 1650-8.1 at Bauma 2025
Liebherr invites visitors to explore the LTM 1650-8.1 and its full range of mobile, crawler, and tower cranes at Bauma 2025 in Munich.
📍 Liebherr Outdoor Area🧭 Booths 809–810 and 812–813
About Liebherr
The Liebherr Group is a family-owned global technology company with a diversified portfolio spanning 13 product segments, including mobile cranes, crawler cranes, tower cranes, maritime cranes, earthmoving equipment, mining machinery, and aerospace systems.
Headquartered in Switzerland and Germany, Liebherr operates production facilities and service centers worldwide. Its mobile and crawler crane division, based in Ehingen, Germany, is recognized as one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-capacity lifting equipment.
Through continuous innovation, modular design, and advanced control systems, Liebherr consistently redefines what is possible in lifting technology—supporting infrastructure, energy, industrial, and construction projects across the globe.
Learn More 🔗 https://www.liebherr.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the lifting capacity of the Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1?
The crane has a nominal lifting capacity of 700 tonnes, depending on configuration.
How does the LTM 1650-8.1 differ from the LTM 1500-8.1?
It delivers between 15% and 50% higher lifting performance, features interchangeable boom systems, and includes upgraded ballast and efficiency technologies.
What boom options are available?
Operators can choose between a 54-metre or 80-metre telescopic boom, both interchangeable using Liebherr’s easy-change system.
What is VarioBallast®?
VarioBallast® allows the ballast radius to be adjusted hydraulically, improving flexibility and safety on constrained job sites.
What industries commonly use the LTM 1650-8.1?
Wind energy, heavy construction, petrochemical facilities, refineries, infrastructure, and port logistics.
Where can the crane be seen in person?
At Bauma 2025, in Liebherr’s outdoor exhibition area, booths 809–810 and 812–813.
