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Spain’s First Liebherr LTM 1400-6.1 Delivered to Grúas Aguilar

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Spanish crane and access rental company Grúas Aguilar has added the first Liebherr LTM 1400-6.1 All Terrain crane in Spain to its fleet.The 400-tonne, six-axle crane replaces the LTM 1350-6.1 and delivers increased lifting capacity, a 70-metre main boom, and Y-Guy Superlift performance.The crane will support infrastructure, industrial construction and wind energy projects, reinforcing Grúas Aguilar’s position as one of Spain’s leading heavy-lift providers.



Spain’s first LTM 1400-6.1 enters service


Spanish crane and access rental company Grúas Aguilar has taken delivery of the first 400-tonne Liebherr LTM 1400-6.1 All Terrain crane in Spain, marking a significant milestone for the national lifting market.


Launched in mid-2024, the six-axle LTM 1400-6.1 replaces the 350-tonne LTM 1350-6.1 and delivers enhanced performance across a broad range of lifting applications.


Lifting performance and boom configurations


The LTM 1400-6.1 is equipped with a six-section 70-metre main boom, combined with Liebherr’s Y-Guy Superlift system, significantly increasing lifting capacities at longer radii.

Available boom and jib options include:

  • 45.5-metre luffing jib, providing hook heights of approximately 120 metres

  • 80.5-metre luffing jib, enabling hook heights of up to 140 metres

These configurations make the crane well suited to infrastructure works, industrial construction, plant maintenance and wind energy projects.


Transport efficiency and site flexibility


The single-engine crane is equipped with VarioBase® and VarioBallast®, with an adjustable counterweight radius ranging from 5.6 to 7.7 metres.It carries a 100-tonne basic counterweight, with the option of up to 40 tonnes of additional ballast.


For road travel, the crane has an overall length of 17.8 metres and can:

  • Travel with 12-tonne axle loads with boom and hook block onboard

  • Carry 10 tonnes of ballast and the Y-Guy system where 16.5-tonne axle loads are permitted


Deployment across Spain


Grúas Aguilar will deploy the new crane from its headquarters approximately 20 kilometres southeast of Madrid, supporting projects nationwide across multiple sectors.

Owner Luís Aguilar said:

“As pioneers in acquiring this model, it underlines our commitment to continuous improvement, sustainable investment and innovation. This new crane extends the versatility of our fleet and enables us to continue providing tailored solutions to our customers.”

About Grúas Aguilar


Founded in 1968, Grúas Aguilar is one of Spain’s most established crane and access rental companies. Headquartered in Madrid, the company operates from four locations:

  • Madrid

  • Palma (Majorca)

  • Burgos

  • Cuenca


Its fleet includes All Terrain cranes up to 1,200 tonnes, large crawler cranes, and a comprehensive range of aerial work platforms, including boom lifts, scissor lifts and truck-mounted platforms up to 35 metres.Grúas Aguilar also operates specialist wind turbine installation and heavy haulage divisions.



About Liebherr Mobile and Crawler Cranes


Liebherr Mobile and Crawler Cranes is a global leader in lifting technology, supplying All Terrain, truck-mounted and crawler cranes for construction, infrastructure, energy and industrial markets worldwide.


The Liebherr portfolio spans compact three-axle cranes through to ultra-heavy All Terrain models such as the LTM 1400-6.1, alongside crawler cranes engineered for wind energy, major infrastructure and heavy industrial lifting.



Frequently Asked Questions


What makes the Liebherr LTM 1400-6.1 significant?

It is Spain’s first 400-tonne LTM 1400-6.1, offering increased capacity, longer boom length and greater versatility than its predecessor.


How does it differ from the LTM 1350-6.1?

The LTM 1400-6.1 provides higher lifting capacities, a 70-metre main boom, enhanced Superlift performance and expanded jib options.


What types of projects will it support?

Infrastructure, civil engineering, industrial construction, plant maintenance and wind energy installations.


What is VarioBallast®?

VarioBallast® allows the counterweight radius to be adjusted, improving lifting performance while reducing tailswing on confined sites.


Where will the crane be based?

The crane will operate primarily from Grúas Aguilar’s Madrid headquarters, supporting projects throughout Spain.

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