Rubber Tyre Gantry Cranes(RTG) are special equipment to remove, load and unload international standard containers. Running and moving in the yard, it has the advantage of high production efficiency and fine maneuverability, also the small sensibility to unevenness of the ground. RTG has tractor trolley and standard trolley two models. RTG is powered by cable drum. At the same time, diesel generating set is equipped for conditions when the power is off or the crane moves to another yard./RTG Crane

Features:

1. Rubber tyred container gantry crane is usually called RTG for short, which is employed to stack containers in container storage yards. Rubber tyred container ganry crane is flexibly moved by its own rubber tires for transshipping containers.

2. Rubber tyred container gantry crane is equipped with specialized spreaders to lift standard-sized 20GP, 40GP, 45HQ containers and hydraulic storage tanks.

3. The trolley and crane traveling mechanisms equip three-in-one reducer with convenient maintenance.

4.  The tires of this container gantry crane can rotate 90°and move obliquely at 20° and 45°.

Product Introduction: Rubber Tyred Container Gantry Crane (RTG Crane)

The Rubber Tyred Gantry Crane (RTG Crane) is a highly efficient mobile crane designed for handling and stacking shipping containers in ports, terminals, and logistics yards. Unlike rail-mounted gantry cranes, RTGs feature rubber tires for superior mobility, allowing flexible operation across large storage areas.

Key Features:
✔ High Mobility: Rubber tires enable easy repositioning without fixed tracks.
✔ Heavy-Duty Lifting: Handles 20ft, 40ft, and 45ft containers with capacities from 30 to 50+ tons.
✔ Efficient Stacking: Multi-layer container stacking (typically 1-over-3 or 1-over-5).
✔ Diesel/Electric/Hybrid Power: Options for eco-friendly and cost-effective operation.
✔ Automation-Ready: Compatible with smart terminal systems for semi/full automation.

Rubber Tyre Gantry Cranes (RTG) are highly specialized and indispensable equipment within the bustling environment of container terminals. These cranes are uniquely designed with the primary function of handling international standard containers, which are the backbone of global trade logistics.

RTGs are proficient in the task of removing containers. When containers are brought to the storage areas of the terminal, RTGs swing into action. They carefully identify the targeted containers among the numerous stacked units. With their precisely controlled mechanical arms and lifting mechanisms, they deftly lift the containers from their storage positions. This process requires a high degree of precision to ensure that the containers are not damaged during the removal operation.

Loading operations are another key aspect of an RTG's capabilities. Once the containers are ready for onward transportation, either onto ships for overseas voyages or onto trucks for land - based distribution, RTGs take charge. They pick up the containers from the staging areas, such as the dockside or storage yards, and load them onto the appropriate transport vehicles. The ability to accurately position the containers onto ships' decks or truck beds is crucial for ensuring stability during transit.

Similarly, for unloading, when ships arrive at the terminal laden with containers, RTGs are there to unload them. They reach out to the ship's deck, grab the containers, and bring them down to the dock or storage areas within the terminal. Their rubber - tired wheels allow for smooth movement across the terminal's surface, enabling them to access different areas as required for these removal, loading, and unloading tasks, thus facilitating the seamless flow of containerized cargo in and out of the port.

Application Scenarios of RTG Cranes

1. Port Container Terminals

RTG cranes are widely used in port terminals to organize and transport containers between stacking yards and trucks/trains. Their mobility allows quick adjustments to changing storage layouts.

2. Intermodal Logistics Hubs

In rail yards and freight hubs, RTGs efficiently transfer containers between trains, trucks, and storage areas, ensuring smooth intermodal operations.

3. Distribution Centers & Warehousing

Large logistics companies use RTG cranes in distribution centers to manage high-volume container storage, reducing ground space and improving retrieval speed.

4. Empty Container Depots

RTGs optimize space in empty container storage yards, stacking containers vertically to maximize yard capacity.

5. Cold Chain Logistics

For refrigerated (reefer) containers, RTG cranes provide stable handling in temperature-controlled storage zones, minimizing energy loss.

6. Automated & Smart Terminals

Modern RTGs integrate with terminal operating systems (TOS) and GPS for semi-automated container positioning, reducing labor costs.

7. Temporary Port Extensions

During peak seasons or port expansions, mobile RTGs can be deployed quickly without permanent infrastructure.

Why Choose RTG Cranes?

• Flexibility: No fixed rails = adaptable to yard changes.

• Cost-Effective: Lower infrastructure costs vs. rail-mounted cranes.

• Eco Options: Hybrid/electric models reduce emissions and noise.

• High Density Storage: Vertical stacking saves terminal space.