Recently, the XCMG XGL3300-220S, the largest wind power luffing tower crane launched by XCMG, successfully completed the installation of a 6.25MW wind turbine at a wind farm in Northeast China, marking its first successful operation.

At the project site, the 3300t·m-class luffing tower crane lifted a 150t nacelle to a height of 160m with speed, stability, and precision, completing the hoisting in a single operation.
The XGL3300-220S has a maximum lifting capacity of 220t and a maximum lifting height exceeding 220m, capable of installing 15MW-class wind turbines under 190m. It can operate safely in winds up to Level 6 and withstand Level 10 winds in non-operating conditions, breaking the industry convention of “lowering the tower in strong winds.” With its strong load capacity and wind resistance, it ensures reliable operations even in challenging weather.

At 220m height, the crane can achieve full-speed lifting at 6m/min, micro-speed control at 5mm/s, and single-point movement as precise as 3mm, enabling millimeter-level accuracy in wind turbine installation.

Adaptable to narrow construction sites such as deserts and mountainous terrain, the XGL3300-220S requires only a 30×65m assembly area, overcoming site constraints in distributed wind power projects. It supports modular transport, quick assembly and disassembly, and independent ground installation without auxiliary foundations, improving efficiency while reducing costs.

The successful first lift of the XGL3300-220S highlights XCMG’s technological strength and demonstrates the capability of domestic high-end lifting equipment in the renewable energy sector. It provides strong support for the large-scale, efficient development of China’s wind power industry, accelerating the growth of green energy.