National Crane 969A Specifications

No longer in production, the stout 26-ton USt lifting capacity National Crane 969A boom truck was originally part of the National Series 900A product lineup. This model is still fully supported by a network of Manitowoc Group Authorized National Crane Distributors. 

The 969A comes with a 27 ft 6 in - 69 ft 2 in (8.38-21.08m) three-section telescopic boom. This model can also be equipped with the interchangeable 9FJ44M 25-44 ft (7.62-13.41 m) two-section jib for a maximum tip height of 123 ft 9 in (37.71 m).

Crane Features

“Easy-Glide” wear pads - and an internal Anti-two-block patent-pending design, standard on the Series 900A that eliminates the external reel and wire. No more snagging reel or wire on obstructions.

Adjustable Swing Speed – A control knob located on the swing motor brake release valve can be easily adjusted to the crane operator’s swing speed preference. 

Speedy-reeve Boom Tip and Sheave Blocks – These standard features simplify rigging changes. 

Pre-painted Components – Painting crane components before assembly reduces the possibility of rust, improves serviceability, and enhances the appearance of the machine.

Burst-of-Speed Winch – Provides faster winch payout and pickup of unloaded cable.

Improved Serviceability –  A removable winch allows the internal telescoping cylinder to be removed quickly, without dismantling the boom.

– Bearings on the boom extend and retract cables can be greased through access holes in the boom side plates.

Additional Features

– Internal anti-two-block wire routing eliminates damage potential.

– The boom sheave case is open, allowing access to replace the internal anti-two-block wire and to observe internal boom components.

– Pre-paint reduces rust.

– Internal boom parts have been reduced, decreasing service time when rebuilding the machine.

The 990A and 9103A models are still part of the ever-popular National Crane 900A Series which as of 2023 is still going strong.