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Terex AC40/2 to AC60/3L specifications

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Terex AC40/2 to AC60/3L: all terrain cranes.

Selected configuration figures
ConfigurationDocumented field and quantity
AC40/2
Gross Power
275 hp
Max Lift Capacity
88,185 lb
AC50-1
Gross Power
321.9 hp
Max Lift Capacity
110,231 lb
AC55-1
Gross Power
353 hp
Max Lift Capacity
121,254 lb
AC60/3
Gross Power
348.7 hp
Max Lift Capacity
132,277 lb
AC60/3L
Gross Power
348.7 hp
Operating Weight
79,367 lb
AC40/2 to AC60/3L specification matrix — Listing labels reported by the source
Publisher nameSource guideListing-entry countLabels named by the source
TerexAC40/2 to AC60/3L5AC40/2, AC50-1, AC55-1, AC60/3, and AC60/3L
Boom
SpecificationAC40/2AC50-1AC55-1AC60/3AC60/3L
Min Height @ Max Raise Angle37.41 ft39.7 ft33.8 ft43.31 ft41.34 ft
Max Height @ Max Raise Angle - No Jib99.74 ft141.08 ft131.24 ft141.08 ft154.2 ft
Min Working Radius8.54 ft9.85 ft8.54 ft8.21 ft8.21 ft
Max Working Radius91.87 ft111.55 ft111.55 ft111.55 ft131.24 ft
Max Elevating Angle80 degrees81.5 degrees80 degrees80 degrees80 degrees
Number Of Sections545513
Max Lift Capacity88,185 lb110,231 lb121,254 lb132,277 lb132,277 lb
Swing Speed2.21 rpm1.7 rpm1.8 rpm1.8 rpm1.8 rpm
Dimensions and weight
SpecificationAC40/2AC50-1AC55-1AC60/3AC60/3L
Transport Length35.07 ft36.75 ft38.14 ft38.14 ft36.88 ft
Transport Width8.37 ft8.37 ft7.39 ft8.37 ft8.37 ft
Transport Height11.09 ft11.59 ft12.53 ft12.53 ft12.8 ft
Width W/ Outriggers Extended19.53 ft21 ft20.67 ft20.67 ft20.67 ft
Carrier Length27.75 ft29.75 ft32.17 ft30.59 ft30.72 ft
SpecificationAC50-1AC55-1AC60/3AC60/3L
Upper Structure Tail Swing Radius11.32 ft25.1 ft11.49 ft11.49 ft
Carrier Engine
SpecificationAC40/2AC50-1AC55-1AC60/3AC60/3L
MakeTerexTerexTerexTerexTerex
ModelOM 906 LAOM 926 LAOM 501 LAOM 501 LAOM 501 LA
Gross Power275 hp321.9 hp353 hp348.7 hp348.7 hp
Power Measured @2,200 rpm2,200 rpm1,800 rpm1,800 rpm1,800 rpm
Max Torque811.4 lb-ft958.9 lb-ft1,276 lb-ft1,276 lb-ft1,276 lb-ft
Torque Measured @1,600 rpm1,600 rpm1,080 rpm1,080 rpm1,080 rpm
Operational
SpecificationAC40/2AC50-1AC55-1AC60/3AC60/3L
Carrier Fuel Capacity66.1 gal88.5 gal105.7 gal105.7 gal105.7 gal
Tire Size16.00 R 2514.00R2516.00 R 2516.00 R 2516.00 R 25
SpecificationAC40/2AC55-1AC60/3AC60/3L
Upper Structure Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity79.3 gal154.6 gal154.6 gal154.6 gal
SpecificationAC50-1AC55-1AC60/3AC60/3L
Number Of Axels3333
Operating Voltage24 V24 V24 V24 V
SpecificationAC60/3L
Operating Weight79,367 lb
Transmission and speeds
SpecificationAC40/2AC50-1AC55-1AC60/3AC60/3L
Transmission TypeAutomated Powershift Transmissionautomated powershiftAutomated GearboxAutomated GearboxAutomated Gearbox
SpecificationAC40/2AC50-1AC55-1AC60/3
Number Of Forward Gears661212
SpecificationAC40/2AC50-1
Number Of Reverse Gears22
SpecificationAC40/2AC50-1AC60/3AC60/3L
Max Speed - Forward49.8 mph49.8 mph52.9 mph52.9 mph
Variants — Source comparison annotation
Source guideDiffering-field count reported
AC40/2 to AC60/3L29
Ratios
FigureAC60/3L
Engine horsepower per 1,000 lb of weight4.4

Terex AC40/2 to AC60/3L: all terrain crane

History and service record of AC40/2 to AC60/3L

  • AC 40/2L boom and brakes. Bigge's description of the AC 40/2L says the boom has one base section and three telescoping sections of fine-grain steel, one cylinder extends two sections while cables raise the fourth, maximum boom length is 99 ft with a 49 ft jib, and brakes include ABS, an exhaust brake and a spring-loaded park brake on all axles. Terex AC 40/2L crane overview, Bigge.
  • Suspension and counterweight. The hydropneumatic suspension levels automatically or manually, and counterweight from 2 to 3.6 tons can be carried or shipped separately depending on the job and local road rules. Terex AC 40/2L crane overview, Bigge.
AC40/2 to AC60/3L: forum references — Forum-title search
Forum indexEquipment class queriedNames in the searchMatching titles
Heavy Equipment Forumsall terrain craneTerex and the AC55 line that the AC55-1 belongs to (no title names the exact model). That is too few titles to say what owners mostly ask about, so the most recent are listed instead2
AC40/2 to AC60/3L: dated market and recall observations — Dated listing search
DateListing indexEquipment classNames queriedResult
2026-09-24MachineryTrader (machinerytrader.com)all terrain craneAC40/2, AC50-1, AC55-1No matching offers in this snapshot
Dated CPSC search
DateDatabaseNames queriedResult
2026-09-24U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionTerex; AC40/2, AC50-1, AC55-1No matching recall in the stated search

Sources for this page

Evidence classDocument, classification and recorded date
Reference site
  • Reference site: Terex AC40/2 — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site
  • Reference site: Terex AC50-1 — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site
  • Reference site: Terex AC55-1 — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site
  • Reference site: Terex AC60/3 — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site
  • Reference site: Terex AC60/3L — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Forum threads
Published history
Federal agency data

AC40/2 boom and outrigger monitoring need their equipment context

The Terex AC40/2(L) equipment document describes different main-boom arrangements: a basic section with three telescoping elements, or a longer arrangement with four telescoping sections. Their extension mechanisms and available folding jib arrangements differ. Maximum boom length alone therefore does not establish which extension or jib equipment a used crane carries.

The same document separates its standard counterweight choices from additional counterweight equipment and notes the relevance of road regulations. Establish the actual installed and carried weights when comparing a road-going configuration with a lifting setup. A family-level maximum cannot describe every transported arrangement.

For EU delivery, the listed outrigger-basis monitoring displays information for visual comparison with the programmed basis. Terex explicitly warns that it has no automatic linkage with the load-moment indicator. A displayed support position should consequently not be described as automatic confirmation that the correct lifting chart has been selected.

These details apply to the documented AC40/2(L) configuration; they do not establish the equipment on the older AC50-1, AC55-1 or AC60/3L entries beside it.

The AC50-1 needs its own travel and lifting configuration

Terex's AC50-1 product profile states a maximum lifting capacity of 50 t at a 3.00 m radius, while listing main-boom and folding-jib equipment separately. The nominal crane class is therefore not a load available at every reach. Select the applicable boom, jib and support chart before comparing the AC50-1 with the AC40/2 or AC60/3L; those model names do not establish a common chart.

The profile's 36 t travel-weight entry includes a 7.5 t counterweight, 9.2 m boom extension, 14.00 R 25 tyres and single-line hook. A candidate carrying extra ballast or different tyres needs its own travel configuration checked. The same document distinguishes standard 6x4 drive and 6x2 steering from optional 6x6 drive.

Tyres, ballast and driveline options are identification details, rather than quantities that can be inferred from the family-level horsepower table.

Source: Terex AC50-1 product profile, 2008

The earlier AC50-1 brochure also separates an optional second hoist from the main lifting mechanism. It explains that this equipment avoids re-reeving when using the jib and is installed with an assisting crane. When assessing a sale, inventory the actual hoist drums, ropes and jib equipment together; an advertised extension length alone does not establish that the auxiliary hoist is included.

Source: Terex AC50-1 brochure, optional equipment

Terex AC40/2 to AC60/3L: Configuration records

AC40/2
SpecificationSource figure
Boom
Min Height @ Max Raise Angle37.41 ft
Max Height @ Max Raise Angle - No Jib99.74 ft
Min Working Radius8.54 ft
Max Working Radius91.87 ft
Max Elevating Angle80 degrees
Number Of Sections5
Max Lift Capacity88,185 lb
Swing Speed2.21 rpm
Dimensions and weight
Transport Length35.07 ft
Transport Width8.37 ft
Transport Height11.09 ft
Width W/ Outriggers Extended19.53 ft
Carrier Length27.75 ft
Operational
Carrier Fuel Capacity66.1 gal
Upper Structure Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity79.3 gal
Tire Size16.00 R 25
Transmission and speeds
Transmission TypeAutomated Powershift Transmission
Number Of Forward Gears6
Number Of Reverse Gears2
Max Speed - Forward49.8 mph
Additional specifications
MakeTerex
ModelOM 906 LA
Gross Power275 hp
Power Measured @2,200 rpm
Max Torque811.4 lb-ft
Torque Measured @1,600 rpm

Source

AC50-1
SpecificationSource figure
Boom
Min Height @ Max Raise Angle39.7 ft
Max Height @ Max Raise Angle - No Jib141.08 ft
Min Working Radius9.85 ft
Max Working Radius111.55 ft
Max Elevating Angle81.5 degrees
Number Of Sections4
Max Lift Capacity110,231 lb
Swing Speed1.7 rpm
Dimensions and weight
Transport Length36.75 ft
Transport Width8.37 ft
Transport Height11.59 ft
Width W/ Outriggers Extended21 ft
Carrier Length29.75 ft
Upper Structure Tail Swing Radius11.32 ft
Operational
Carrier Fuel Capacity88.5 gal
Tire Size14.00R25
Number Of Axels3
Operating Voltage24 V
Transmission and speeds
Transmission Typeautomated powershift
Number Of Forward Gears6
Number Of Reverse Gears2
Max Speed - Forward49.8 mph
Additional specifications
MakeTerex
ModelOM 926 LA
Gross Power321.9 hp
Power Measured @2,200 rpm
Max Torque958.9 lb-ft
Torque Measured @1,600 rpm

Source

AC55-1
SpecificationSource figure
Boom
Min Height @ Max Raise Angle33.8 ft
Max Height @ Max Raise Angle - No Jib131.24 ft
Min Working Radius8.54 ft
Max Working Radius111.55 ft
Max Elevating Angle80 degrees
Number Of Sections5
Max Lift Capacity121,254 lb
Swing Speed1.8 rpm
Dimensions and weight
Transport Length38.14 ft
Transport Width7.39 ft
Transport Height12.53 ft
Width W/ Outriggers Extended20.67 ft
Carrier Length32.17 ft
Upper Structure Tail Swing Radius25.1 ft
Operational
Carrier Fuel Capacity105.7 gal
Upper Structure Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity154.6 gal
Tire Size16.00 R 25
Number Of Axels3
Operating Voltage24 V
Transmission and speeds
Transmission TypeAutomated Gearbox
Number Of Forward Gears12
Additional specifications
MakeTerex
ModelOM 501 LA
Gross Power353 hp
Power Measured @1,800 rpm
Max Torque1,276 lb-ft
Torque Measured @1,080 rpm

Source

AC60/3
SpecificationSource figure
Boom
Min Height @ Max Raise Angle43.31 ft
Max Height @ Max Raise Angle - No Jib141.08 ft
Min Working Radius8.21 ft
Max Working Radius111.55 ft
Max Elevating Angle80 degrees
Number Of Sections5
Max Lift Capacity132,277 lb
Swing Speed1.8 rpm
Dimensions and weight
Transport Length38.14 ft
Transport Width8.37 ft
Transport Height12.53 ft
Width W/ Outriggers Extended20.67 ft
Carrier Length30.59 ft
Upper Structure Tail Swing Radius11.49 ft
Operational
Carrier Fuel Capacity105.7 gal
Upper Structure Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity154.6 gal
Tire Size16.00 R 25
Number Of Axels3
Operating Voltage24 V
Transmission and speeds
Transmission TypeAutomated Gearbox
Number Of Forward Gears12
Max Speed - Forward52.9 mph
Additional specifications
MakeTerex
ModelOM 501 LA
Gross Power348.7 hp
Power Measured @1,800 rpm
Max Torque1,276 lb-ft
Torque Measured @1,080 rpm

Source

AC60/3L
SpecificationSource figure
Boom
Min Height @ Max Raise Angle41.34 ft
Max Height @ Max Raise Angle - No Jib154.2 ft
Min Working Radius8.21 ft
Max Working Radius131.24 ft
Max Elevating Angle80 degrees
Number Of Sections13
Max Lift Capacity132,277 lb
Swing Speed1.8 rpm
Dimensions and weight
Transport Length36.88 ft
Transport Width8.37 ft
Transport Height12.8 ft
Width W/ Outriggers Extended20.67 ft
Carrier Length30.72 ft
Upper Structure Tail Swing Radius11.49 ft
Operational
Carrier Fuel Capacity105.7 gal
Upper Structure Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity154.6 gal
Tire Size16.00 R 25
Number Of Axels3
Operating Voltage24 V
Operating Weight79,367 lb
Transmission and speeds
Transmission TypeAutomated Gearbox
Max Speed - Forward52.9 mph
Additional specifications
MakeTerex
ModelOM 501 LA
Gross Power348.7 hp
Power Measured @1,800 rpm
Max Torque1,276 lb-ft
Torque Measured @1,080 rpm

Source

Compare Terex AC40/2, AC50-1, AC55-1, AC60/3, AC60/3L
Boom
SpecificationAC40/2AC50-1AC55-1AC60/3AC60/3L
Min Height @ Max Raise Angle37.41 ft39.7 ft33.8 ft43.31 ft41.34 ft
Max Height @ Max Raise Angle - No Jib99.74 ft141.08 ft131.24 ft141.08 ft154.2 ft
Min Working Radius8.54 ft9.85 ft8.54 ft8.21 ft8.21 ft
Max Working Radius91.87 ft111.55 ft111.55 ft111.55 ft131.24 ft
Max Elevating Angle80 degrees81.5 degrees80 degrees80 degrees80 degrees
Number Of Sections545513
Max Lift Capacity88,185 lb110,231 lb121,254 lb132,277 lb132,277 lb
Swing Speed2.21 rpm1.7 rpm1.8 rpm1.8 rpm1.8 rpm
Dimensions and weight
SpecificationAC40/2AC50-1AC55-1AC60/3AC60/3L
Transport Length35.07 ft36.75 ft38.14 ft38.14 ft36.88 ft
Transport Width8.37 ft8.37 ft7.39 ft8.37 ft8.37 ft
Transport Height11.09 ft11.59 ft12.53 ft12.53 ft12.8 ft
Width W/ Outriggers Extended19.53 ft21 ft20.67 ft20.67 ft20.67 ft
Carrier Length27.75 ft29.75 ft32.17 ft30.59 ft30.72 ft
Carrier Engine
SpecificationAC40/2AC50-1AC55-1AC60/3AC60/3L
MakeTerexTerexTerexTerexTerex
ModelOM 906 LAOM 926 LAOM 501 LAOM 501 LAOM 501 LA
Gross Power275 hp321.9 hp353 hp348.7 hp348.7 hp
Power Measured @2,200 rpm2,200 rpm1,800 rpm1,800 rpm1,800 rpm
Max Torque811.4 lb-ft958.9 lb-ft1,276 lb-ft1,276 lb-ft1,276 lb-ft
Torque Measured @1,600 rpm1,600 rpm1,080 rpm1,080 rpm1,080 rpm
Operational
SpecificationAC40/2AC50-1AC55-1AC60/3AC60/3L
Carrier Fuel Capacity66.1 gal88.5 gal105.7 gal105.7 gal105.7 gal
Tire Size16.00 R 2514.00R2516.00 R 2516.00 R 2516.00 R 25
Transmission and speeds
SpecificationAC40/2AC50-1AC55-1AC60/3AC60/3L
Transmission TypeAutomated Powershift Transmissionautomated powershiftAutomated GearboxAutomated GearboxAutomated Gearbox

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