A 150-tonne SANY crawler crane with a 16–76 m main boom and 882 t·m max load moment. Powered by a Weichai WP10 247 kW Euro III diesel, with a 55 t rear counterweight, separately driven main/aux. winches (0–102 m/min, 13.5 t single-line pull), 360° slewing, and a full-digital control system with OTA updates and remote machine lock.
Capacity150T
Max Boom76m
Load Moment882 t·m
Engine247 kW
Fuel Tank400 L
Counterweight55T
Key Highlights
Capacity
150T
Load Moment
882 t·m
Max Boom
76 m
Engine
Weichai WP10 · 247 kW @ 1900 rpm
Travel Speed
0 – 1.1 km/h
Ground Pressure
0.116 MPa
Counterweight
55T rear + 20T carbody
Emission
Non-road Euro III
Oper. Weight
~145,200 kg
Boom + Fixed Jib
64 + 31 m
Fixed Jib
13 – 31 m (35T)
Boom Type
Lattice
Luffing Jib
22 – 52 m (36.2T)
Slewing Speed
1.2 r/min (360°)
Line Pull
13.5 t (single line)
Specifications
Detailed technical specifications for SANY SCS1500A 150T Crawler Crane
Luffing Jib Base Sections6.5 m base + 9 m insert + 6.5 m top
Boom Hoist Wire RopeØ22 mm × 205 m
Boom Hoist Rope Speed0 – 45 m/min
HOIST & SLEWING
Main Hoist Wire RopeØ26 mm × 340 m
Aux. Hoist Wire RopeØ26 mm × 260 m
Main / Aux. Rope Speed0 – 102 m/min
Rated Single Line Pull13.5 t
Slewing Speed0 – 1.2 r/min (360° continuous)
Slewing BearingThree-row roller bearing
Slewing ModesAnti-slip / Semi-drift / Drift
Rear Counterweight55 t
Carbody Counterweight10 t × 2
Control SystemSANY full-digital CAN-bus, LMI, OTA update + remote lock
CHASSIS
Travel TypeCrawler track (twin)
Travel Speed0 – 1.1 km/h
Max. Gradeability30%
Average Ground Pressure0.116 MPa (basic boom)
Track PadHigh-strength alloy cast steel
Crawler Assembly (×2)8.15 × 0.95 × 1.33 m, 14.0 t each
A-Frame5.67 × 1.80 × 0.95 m, 2.3 t
Slewing DriveExternal-engaged, 360° continuous
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Weight with Basic Boom~145.2 t
Transport Length (with boom base)16,380 mm
Transport Width3,040 mm
Transport Height3,340 mm
Transport Weight (basic machine)36.0 t (with boom base)
SANY SCS1500A Maintenance Checklist
Daily pre-start checks · Service schedule by operating hours · Warning alert actions — SANY SCS1500A 150T crawler crane, Weichai WP10 Euro III diesel, SYIC-III full-digital LMI control. OEM-verified data: SANY SCS1500A Brochure V1.5 + WEICHAI WP10 O&M Manual §5.1–5.4.
Daily / Every-Shift Checklist
Complete before every operating shift. Estimated time: 20–25 minutes. Sign daily log sheet after completion. Source: SANY SCS1500A OEM Brochure V1.5 + WEICHAI WP10 O&M Manual §5.1.
Every Shift — 20–25 min
1
Engine Oil
Check level on dipstick before engine start — never check during running. Top up with CI-4 SAE 15W-40 WEICHAI-approved oil if below MIN.
Act if: below MIN — top up; milky/foaming oil — stop engine immediately. Inspect block, drain plug, and oil lines for leaks.
2
Engine Coolant
Check level through sight hole on expansion tank — top up with WEICHAI-approved premixed antifreeze if below MIN.
Act if: below MIN — top up. Before opening filler cap on hot engine: press air-bleeding button to release pressure first.
3
Fuel Level
Check fuel level (400L tank) — refuel if below 25% (100L). Use 0# diesel (GB252) summer; grade per ambient temp in winter.
Act if: below ¼ tank — refuel before the shift. Inspect fuel cap seal. Drain fuel filter water separator bowl if water is present.
4
Hydraulic Oil
Check hydraulic tank level (310L SANY-approved fluid) — top up if below MIN. Inspect all hoses, connections, and fittings for leaks, chafing, or damage.
Act if: below MIN — top up; milky/white colour (water contamination) — stop and investigate. Do NOT adjust relief valves. System max pressure 35 MPa.
5
Air Filter
Check air cleaner restriction indicator (per WP10 Manual §5.1). Dry-type air cleaner — do NOT oil the filter elements.
Act if: indicator shows restriction — remove and inspect main filter element; clean before restarting.
6
Wire Ropes (All Three)
Inspect main hoist rope (Φ26mm×340m), aux hoist rope (Φ26mm×260m), boom hoist rope (Φ22mm×205m) for broken wire strands, kinks, bird-caging, deformation, corrosion.
Act if: ISO 4309 rejection criteria met — remove rope from service immediately. Do not defer.
7
Boom & Jib Pins
Check all lattice boom connecting pins, locking pins, and retaining clips — must be fully engaged and pinned. Inspect jib attachment pins if FJ or LJ configuration is assembled.
Act if: any loose or missing pin — do NOT operate.
8
Crawler Tracks
Inspect both crawler tracks for wear, cracks, broken or missing pads (950mm, 66 pcs×2). Check track tension per SANY specification — adjust both sides independently if required.
Act if: loose/over-tight, cracked or missing pads — do not travel until corrected.
9
Counterweights
Verify rear counterweight (55t: 13t tray + 6t×6 middle + 3t×2 upper) and carbody counterweight (10t×2) are correctly stacked, fully pinned, and locked.
Act if: missing or improperly stacked weight — do NOT lift.
10
Hook Blocks
Inspect main hook (150t, 7 sheaves) and active aux hook for cracks, deformation, twist beyond 10°, or failed latch.
Act if: cracked or deformed hook — replace immediately. Weld repair of hooks is prohibited.
11
LMI & SYIC-III
Power on SYIC-III: verify all displays, LMI tri-colour indicator, anemometer, boom angle, load display, and all camera feeds operational.
Act if: limiter fault, no display response, or an alarm that will not clear — do not lift. Confirm LMI cutoff at 102% by function test per SANY O&M manual.
12
Brakes & Safety Systems
Test slewing lock, travel brakes, seat interlock, and function lock lever before first lift. Test all three slewing modes (anti-slip / semi-drift / drift) if changing modes for the day's work.
Act if: a brake will not hold — do not operate; rectify first.
13
Daily Lubrication
Grease daily lubrication points: boom foot pins, all boom section connecting pins per assembled configuration, slewing ring gear teeth (SANY-approved grease), track rollers as required by condition.
Act if: no old grease purges out — keep applying until it exits. Every 8–10 operating hours at minimum.
14
Cab / Operator Station
Check cab glass for visibility (clean if obscured). Verify seat belt serviceable. Test emergency stop button — confirm all crane functions cut immediately. Test horn.
Act if: emergency stop does not cut all functions — do not operate. Confirm fire extinguisher is present, charged, and within inspection date.
15
Load Chart
Verify correct SANY SCS1500A load chart for the current configuration (H / FJ / LJ) and current counterweight combination is present, legible, and accessible in cab.
Act if: load chart missing or incorrect — operating without the correct load chart is prohibited. Do not rely solely on SYIC-III LMI display — paper load chart must be present as backup.
16
Slewing Ring Drain
Check slewing ring drain/purge holes are clear and not blocked by old grease. Fresh grease visible at purge holes confirms lubrication is reaching the three-row roller bearing race.
Act if: blocked drain — grease not circulating — premature bearing wear. Clear drain before operating.
17
Pre-Start Area Clear
Walk around machine before engine start: confirm no personnel under the boom, in the slewing path, or adjacent to crawler tracks. No tools, rigging, or obstructions on machine body or in the working area.
Act if: any personnel or obstruction — do not start until area is clear. Sound horn before starting engine and before first slew or travel move.
Note: complete all 17 checks before the first lift. Checks 7–10 (boom pins, tracks, counterweights, hooks) are go/no-go safety items — any failure means the SCS1500A must not be operated until corrected. Check 15 (load chart) is mandatory by SANY regulation.
Service Schedule by Hourmeter
Use the hourmeter reading — do not delay when a service is due. WG I (severe/construction-site) conditions apply. CHANGE / REPLACE / INSPECT / GREASE / CHECK.
First mandatory service at 50 h (Type A, WG I). WEICHAI WP10 O&M Manual §5.2 + §5.4 Table 5-4.
Engine — Break-in
Engine oil — change (50h)
Drain completely from oil pan. Refill with CI-4 SAE 15W-40 WEICHAI Power special oil. Verify level on dipstick before restart.
CHANGE
Oil filter — replace (50h)
Fill new filter with clean CI-4 oil before installing. Lube gasket. Tighten ¾ to 1 full turn past seat contact. Do NOT overtighten.
REPLACE
Valve clearance — check (50h)
Check and adjust valve clearances per WP10 specification. Required at 50h and every subsequent 200h. Record in maintenance log.
CHECK
Coolant, cooling clamps & air intake (50h)
Check coolant level; tighten all cooling pipeline clamps; tighten air intake pipe, hose, and flange fittings to prevent turbocharger surge.
CHECK
Crane & Undercarriage — Break-in
Slewing ring — full grease & bolt torque (50h)
Grease slewing ring gear teeth and three-row roller bearing race fully. TORQUE slewing ring mounting bolts to SANY specification — critical break-in torque check.
GREASE
Track tension — check & adjust (50h)
Check and adjust both crawler track tensions per SANY specification. Check both sides independently. Re-check after 10h if adjusted.
CHECK
Hydraulic connections — inspect (50h)
Inspect all hydraulic hose connections for break-in seating leaks. Check hydraulic filter bypass valve and transmitter. Replace any leaking connection fittings.
INSPECT
Every 200 h routine service (Type B, WG I). WEICHAI WP10 O&M Manual §5.4 Tables 5-4 to 5-6.
Engine — 200h
Engine oil — change (200h)
Drain completely — do NOT mix old and new oil. Refill with CI-4 SAE 15W-40 WEICHAI Power special oil. Verify level on dipstick before restart.
CHANGE
Oil filter — replace (200h)
Replace at every 200h. Fill new filter with clean CI-4 oil, lube gasket, tighten ¾ to 1 full turn past seat contact.
REPLACE
Primary + secondary fuel filters — replace (200h)
Replace primary filter (electric pump, heating, water-removal) and secondary filter together — always changed as a pair at 200h service.
REPLACE
Valve clearance — check (200h)
Check and adjust valve clearances at every 200h oil change per WP10 Manual §5.4. Record values and date in service log.
CHECK
Coolant, clamps & air intake (200h)
Check coolant level and add if needed. Tighten all cooling pipeline clamps. Tighten air intake pipe, hose, and flange fittings. All three mandatory at every 200h.
CHECK
Air — 200h
Air filter — check restriction indicator (200h)
Check air filter restriction indicator at every 200h. Clean primary filter element if restriction indicated. At 1,000h or annually: replace both main and safety elements regardless.
CHECK
Every 500 h (plus all 200h tasks). Source: SANY SCS1500A OEM Brochure V1.5.
Hydraulics & Fuel
Hydraulic filter — replace (500h)
Replace hydraulic filter element (large-flow, high-precision type with bypass valve and transmitter). Inspect bypass valve function after replacement.
REPLACE
Fuel filters — replace (500h)
Replace both primary and secondary fuel filter elements at 500h. Also replace if operating in dusty, contaminated, or poor-quality fuel conditions.
REPLACE
Undercarriage & Boom
Track rollers — inspect (500h)
Inspect all track rollers, upper rollers, and idler guide wheels for abnormal wear, seal leaks, deformation, or scoring. Check both crawler sides independently. Replace any unit with failed sealing.
INSPECT
Boom structure — inspect (500h)
Inspect all lattice boom section chord tube welds, diagonal members, and pin holes for cracks, elongation, or corrosion. Inspect all currently-assembled boom and jib sections.
INSPECT
Every 1,000 h (plus all 500h tasks). Source: SANY SCS1500A OEM Brochure V1.5 + ISO 4309.
Hydraulics & Engine
Hydraulic oil — full change (1,000h)
Change full hydraulic system oil (310L). Drain tank completely, flush system, refill with SANY-approved hydraulic fluid. Take oil sample and test for metal contamination before draining.
CHANGE
Travel gearbox oil — check (1,000h)
Check travel gearbox oil level in both crawler drive units. Change if oil is dark, contaminated, or contains metallic particles. Use SANY-approved gear oil grade.
CHECK
Air filter — replace (1,000h)
Replace both main and safety air filter elements at 1,000h regardless of restriction indicator — mandatory for WG I severe/construction conditions per WP10 Manual.
REPLACE
Crane & LMI
Wire rope — full assessment (1,000h)
Full wire rope assessment per ISO 4309 for all three ropes (main 340m, aux 260m, boom hoist 205m). Count broken wires per rope lay length. Replace immediately if rejection criteria met.
INSPECT
Slewing ring — full inspection (1,000h)
Full inspection of three-row roller slewing bearing and gear tooth wear pattern. Check and TORQUE slewing ring mounting bolts. Re-grease teeth and bearing race fully.
GREASE
Track shoes — torque check (1,000h)
Inspect and TORQUE all track shoe mounting bolts on 66 pcs×2 track pads to SANY specification. Inspect for cracked castings, worn grouser profile, or elongated bolt holes.
INSPECT
LMI calibration — required (1,000h)
Calibrate LMI system via SYIC-III diagnostic tool. Verify load cell accuracy, boom angle sensor, radius calculation, and automatic cutoff at 102%. MUST be performed by SANY-authorised technician.
INSPECT
Hook block NDT (1,000h)
Crack test (NDT/MPI) all hook blocks (150t, 80t, 35t, 13.5t ball hook). Replace any hook with visible crack, deformation, wear at throat exceeding 10%, or twist exceeding 10°. No weld repair.
INSPECT
Annual / 2,000h — whichever comes first. SANY-authorised technician required for LMI, structural NDT, and injector calibration.
Engine & Cooling
Coolant — drain & replace (2,000h)
Drain and replace engine coolant with WEICHAI-approved premixed antifreeze. Flush cooling circuit before refilling. Check thermostat function and pressure cap condition.
CHANGE
Engine valve clearances (2,000h)
Check and adjust valve clearances to WP10 specification with WEICHAI-authorised engineer. Record values in maintenance log. In addition to the every-200h routine valve check.
INSPECT
Fuel injectors — calibrate (2,000h)
Inspect and calibrate WEICHAI WP10 electronic common-rail fuel injectors. Requires WEICHAI diagnostic equipment — do NOT attempt without authorised diagnostic tool.
INSPECT
Hydraulics & Drives
Hydraulic cylinders (2,000h)
Full inspection of all hydraulic cylinder rod seals, end fitting threads, and rod surfaces. Replace any weeping, cracked, or hardened rod seals. Inspect rods for scoring beyond acceptable limits.
INSPECT
Travel final drive oil (2,000h)
Change travel gearbox oil in both crawler drive units. Remove drain plug, drain completely, flush with clean oil, refill to correct level. Inspect drive wheel teeth for wear beyond service limit.
CHANGE
Boom, Rope & Structure
Boom & jib NDT (Annual)
Non-destructive inspection (UT/MPI) of all lattice boom and jib section welds — main boom, fixed jib, and luffing jib annually. All detected defects to SANY service before returning to service.
INSPECT
Wire rope replacement (Annual)
Replace all wire ropes per SANY SCS1500A O&M criteria or ISO 4309 rejection criteria — whichever is reached first. Document: date, drum running hours, and rope type. Never defer.
REPLACE
Superstructure NDT (2,000h)
Full superstructure and undercarriage NDT — boom foot pin welds, A-frame structure, carbody welds, slewing ring mounting structure. Any crack = crane out of service until repaired and re-inspected.
Annual full function test by SANY-authorised inspector: over-hoist protection, over-release protection, seat interlock, function lock lever, boom limit device (both stages), LMI automatic cutoff, anemometer calibration.
INSPECT
Batteries (Annual)
Replace or load-test both 12V×180Ah batteries annually. Clean all terminals. Verify 24V charging voltage from alternator under load. Weak battery causes unreliable SYIC-III operation.
INSPECT
Full structural inspection (Annual)
Annual structural inspection by SANY service: all structural fasteners, slewing ring mounting bolts, counterweight mounting pins, track shoe bolts, boom section pin wear measurement. Issue inspection certificate.
INSPECT
Source: SANY SCS1500A OEM Brochure V1.5 (Nov 2023) + WEICHAI WP10 Series O&M Manual §5.2, §5.4, Tables 5-4 to 5-6. Engine oil grade CI-4 SAE 15W-40, WP10 oil change interval 200h, hydraulic tank 310L, fuel tank 400L. Confirm exact specifications against the SANY service manual before ordering parts. LMI, structural NDT, and injector calibration require SANY/WEICHAI-authorised technicians.
Warning Alerts & Immediate Actions
Monitor SYIC-III LMI display for alerts. RED = stop crane operation immediately. AMBER = corrective action required before next lift. Do NOT bypass any alarm device.
Red — Stop immediatelyAmber — Act before continuing
RED
LMI 102% Cutoff
Load reached 102% of rated — SYIC-III automatically cuts all crane functions.
Immediate action: stop all crane actions — do NOT try to override. Reduce load to clear cutoff.
Risk if ignored: LMI auto-cutoff leaves crane unresponsive until load is reduced below limit.
RED
Boom Limit Device (2-Stage)
Boom angle reached max set limit — first stage alarm then hard auto-cutoff.
Immediate action: stop luffing immediately — lower boom to operating range (30°–84°).
Risk if ignored: boom structural backlash or structural failure at over-angle.
RED
Over-Hoist Limit Activated
Hook triggered limit switch at boom head — buzzer alarm + hoisting cutoff.
Risk if ignored: rope end pulls off drum — sudden uncontrolled load drop.
RED
Slewing Brake Failure
Slewing cannot be arrested or held — wet spring-loaded slewing brake not holding. Superstructure may drift under suspended load.
Immediate action: STOP all crane operations — do NOT initiate any slewing. Lower and secure suspended load to ground. Ground crane and call SANY service. Do NOT attempt field repair.
Risk if ignored: uncontrolled load swing, structural overload of boom base, personnel injury from uncontrolled superstructure rotation.
AMBER
LMI 100% Warning
Load equals 100% of rated capacity — LMI red indicator active.
Immediate action: complete current lift safely, then idle with no load to cool. Check hydraulic tank level and oil cooler fins for blockage.
Risk if ignored: hydraulic seal degradation, oil viscosity breakdown, pump cavitation, and cylinder rod seal damage.
Critical: if any RED alert activates, stop the relevant motion or the engine immediately — do not wait. SYIC-III LMI provides two-stage protection: 100% load = warning, 102% = automatic crane cutoff. Any machine with a red overload, engine oil pressure, or slewing brake failure event must be inspected by a SANY-authorised technician before returning to lifting duty.
Everything you need to know about the SANY SCS1500A Crawler Crane
The SANY SCS1500A has a maximum rated lifting capacity of 150 tonnes with a maximum lifting moment of 882 t·m on the main boom, making it suitable for heavy infrastructure, bridge, power-plant and large-scale industrial lifting.
The SANY SCS1500A uses a lattice main boom that configures from 16 m up to 76 m. It can be fitted with a fixed jib (13–31 m, up to a 64 + 31 m combination, 35 t) or a luffing jib (22–52 m, up to 52 + 52 m, 36.2 t) for high-reach lifts.
The SANY SCS1500A is powered by a Weichai WP10 9.7 L turbocharged diesel rated at 247 kW @ 1,900 rpm with 1,550 N·m torque, meeting Non-road Euro III. A full-digital CAN-bus control system with load-moment limiter, OTA software updates and remote machine lock manages the crane.
The main and auxiliary hoist winches run at 0–102 m/min with a 13.5 t single-line pull, and the boom-hoist winch at 0–45 m/min. The crawler travels at up to 1.1 km/h, handles grades up to 30%, and exerts a low average ground pressure of 0.116 MPa.
The SANY SCS1500A uses a 55 t rear counterweight (a 13 t tray, 6 t × 6 middle blocks and 3 t × 2 upper blocks) plus a 10 t × 2 carbody counterweight, giving the stability needed for the full 150 t rating. As a crawler crane it lifts directly off its tracks — no outriggers are required.
