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Cranemaster Series - Standard Features


Double-Paneled Doors  |  Exclusive Dual Pro® Seal System  |  T-Handle Locks
Stainless Steel Bolt-on Hinges  |  Removable Shelves  |  Aluma-Fill®  |  Vented Compartments
Rub Rails & Fenderettes  |  Reinforced Crane Mount  |  Tailgate, Bumpers, Cargo Area
Steel Understructure  |  A-60 Galvannealed Steel Construction
Acrylic E-Coat Priming  |  6 Year Warranty


THICKER, HEAVIER, DOUBLE-PANELED DOORS

  • 3/8" thicker than industry standard
  • Internal reinforcement with full length steel hat section
  • Thick 18 gauge steel outer door skin
  • Doors are double paneled
  • Nitrogen strut door holders on all vertical doors

    Benefit: A stronger, more secure door which opens and closes with ease.

  • EXCLUSIVE DUAL PRO® SEAL SYSTEM

  • Dual line of defense against weather and the elements:
         1. Automotive quality bubble type seal
         2. Mechanical seal provides secondary defense
  • The design increases clear door openings in every compartment of the body
  • Patent pending design

    Benefit: The most complete weather protection available in the industry, and improved access to compartments.  It also eliminates metal-to-metal contact and paint deterioration due to opening and closing the compartment doors.

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    T-handle locks

  • Stainless steel pan with chrome "T" handle
  • Positive-action, folding T-handle rivet-on three point door locks

    Benefit: T-handle locks prevent accidental release by snagging, shock, or vibration.  Riveted locks are easy to replace (if needed).

  • Hidden Hinges with Overlapping Door Construction

    (Patent No. 7,350,273)

  • Industry exclusive
  • Resists forcible entry
  • Robust hinge design
  • Does not require frequent lubrication or maintenance
  • Not exposed to weather

    Benefit: Provides protection against corrosion, ease of door replacement/adjustment, and gives outside of body a clean appearance

  • Removable reinforced shelves and bin dividers

  • Adjustable on 2-inch centers, provide efficient storage for parts and tools.  Each body contains (2) slotted shelves in each forward vertical compartment, except the tank compartment.  There is also (1) slotted shelf in each horizontal compartment with a total of (20) dividers included in each body.

  • ALUMA-FILL®

  • Aluminum gas fill box

    Benefit: Accidental nicks and dings are common in the fuel fill area, which can result in rust.  Aluma-Fill® withstands this abuse and has an attractive appearance as well.

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    Vented oxygen and acetylene bottle vented compartment

  • Equipped with securing devices, hose hook, and 12-Ga. safety tread plate steel compartment floor

    Note: The amount of venting and vent locations may not be suitable for all gases.
    Please check venting requirements for gases to be carried, and modify vents if required.


    Benefit: A safe, secure enclosure for your tanks.

  • Die-formed rub rails and fenderettes

  • Protects Cranemaster 6000 body sides from damage.  Diagonal wheel well liners for extra strength and splash protection.
  • Rubber fenderettes are standard on Cranemaster 8000 models

  • Rigid Body With Reinforced Crane Mount

  • Body itself is made of 12 and 14 gauge steel
  • Solid steel plate on crane compartment top and steel plate lining on three sides above floor level

    Benefit: A solid base to support your crane.

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    Heavy-Duty Slam Action Tailgate, Galvannealed Bumpers, Safety Treadplate Steel Cargo Area

  • Tailgate releases easily and features hideaway steel support cables and stainless steel hardware.  12 gauge safety treadplate steel lines the inside of the tailgate
  • Bumper is constructed from A60 Galvannealed steel
  • The outrigger tube is welded to the bumper with reinforcing plates insuring secure placement.  Outrigger legs are not included.
  • Cargo area lined with 12 gauge safety treadplate steel (1/8" for CM6, 3/16" for CM8)
  • Equipped with 5000 lb. tie down rings in cargo floor (4 on CM6-108 & CM8-110, & 6 on CM6-132 & CM8-110)

    Benefit: Modern tailgate design provides strong support to inner cargo and one-handed operation.  Bumper is further protected against rust.  Added protection and utilization of cargo area.

  • Truss designed 3" and 5" tubular steel understructure

  • Designed to accommodate the added stresses of crane operation
  • Hydraulic hose routing through tubular steel is provided on curbside
  • Fully primed and undercoated

    Benefit: A fully protected, solid, and stable backbone for crane operation.

  • A-60 Galvannealed Steel Construction

    Reading service bodies feature two-sided zinc coated A-60 galvannealed steel construction.


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    Acrylic E-Coat Priming

    Steel bodies enter a 12-state process which thoroughly cleans, rinses, and finally primes the steel by electrically fusing the primer to the steel. This process provides complete coverage to the body, even in the most hidden or recessed areas.

    Benefit: Combining A-60 galvannealed steel with Acrylic E-coat priming provides the best and most comprehensive protection against rust and corrosion available in the industry.


    6 Year Warranty

    Reading is so confident in our products that we are now offering a six-year warranty on Reading service bodies.


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