2003 Chevrolet W8500

2003 Chevrolet C8500 – National N65A/32 Hydraulic Knuckle Boom Crane Heavy-Duty C8500 • Caterpillar Diesel • National N65A/32 Crane • 10,600-LB Max Capacity • 32' Reach • 18' Flatbed If you're looking for a serious heavy-duty crane truck without spending the money required for a new unit, take a close look at this 2003 Chevrolet C8500. This is a purpose-built work truck equipped with a National N65A/32 hydraulic knuckle-boom crane, an approximately 18-foot flatbed, and a proven Caterpillar 3126 diesel engine. With only 12,460 miles, this C8500 offers a unique combination of heavy-duty hauling and material-handling capability. The National N65A/32 crane provides a maximum rated lifting capacity of approximately 10,600 lbs, depending on boom position and operating radius. The crane provides approximately 32 feet of hydraulic horizontal reach, allowing you to load, unload, lift, and position materials without necessarily requiring a separate forklift or crane at the jobsite. This is the kind of truck that can immediately add capability to a contractor, utility company, material supplier, municipality, industrial operation, or specialty service business. TRUCK HIGHLIGHTS 2003 Chevrolet C8500 Caterpillar 3126 diesel engine Automatic transmission 35,000-lb GVWR Only 12,460 miles Approximately 18' flatbed Heavy-duty commercial chassis National N65A/32 hydraulic knuckle-boom crane Crane mounted directly behind the cab 10,600-lb maximum crane capacity Approximately 32' horizontal hydraulic reach Hydraulic boom extension Hydraulic outriggers Dual crane controls Approximately 390° crane rotation Crane hook with safety latch Heavy-duty material-handling configuration Runs, Moves & Upper Operates The truck and crane combination gives you the ability to transport material to the jobsite and then use the truck's own crane to unload and position it. That combination can dramatically increase productivity compared with a conventional flatbed that requires separate unloading equipment. NATIONAL N65A/32 HYDRAULIC KNUCKLE BOOM The National N65A/32 is a substantial hydraulic articulating crane designed for truck-mounted material handling. The crane's knuckle-boom design provides excellent maneuverability and positioning capability. Instead of simply lifting straight up and down, the articulated boom can be folded and positioned to place materials around obstacles and closer to the desired location. The approximately 32-foot horizontal reach provides plenty of working range for loading and unloading materials from the flatbed or positioning them around a jobsite. The crane is equipped with hydraulic outriggers to provide stability during lifting operations. The approximately 10,600-lb maximum capacity gives this truck substantial lifting capability, but actual capacity varies based on boom configuration, working radius, load position, and other factors. Operators should always follow the applicable National load chart and all required safety procedures. 18-FOOT FLATBED The approximately 18-foot flatbed gives you plenty of room to transport the materials, equipment, and supplies needed for the job. The combination of the flatbed and knuckle-boom crane is what makes this truck especially useful. Load it. Haul it. Lift it. Unload it. Position it. One truck can perform all of those functions. Depending on your operation, the flatbed can be used for: Lumber Steel Pipe Building materials Pallets Construction equipment Generators Compressors Pumps Utility equipment Landscaping materials Fabricated components Machinery Jobsite supplies IDEAL FOR CONTRACTORS & COMMERCIAL OPERATORS This Chevrolet C8500 would make an excellent addition to a wide variety of businesses. Construction Contractors General construction Commercial construction Concrete contractors Foundation contractors Framing contractors Roofing contractors Excavation contractors Site-development contractors Structural contractors Sp