Moldova Isuzu crane utility truck is specially optimized for the old city of Moldova. It is equipped with an Isuzu 4HK1 turbocharged engine (190 horsepower) and a 6-speed gearbox. It has low speed and high torque and is suitable for hilly and complex urban road conditions. It is matched with the XCMG SQS100-4 straight-arm crane, with a 4-ton lifting capacity/8.2-meter operating radius and hydraulically controlled 360° continuous rotation, making orchard pruning and street lamp maintenance more efficient. It can be equipped with multi-functional modules such as working buckets and watering cans. One truck can meet the municipal needs of all seasons, and the return on investment is significantly improved.
Manufacturer:
Powerstar TrucksWork capacity:
5 TonsDimension:
8200*2500*3650Cabin type:
NPR cabinWheelbase:
3815mmEngine power:
190HPEngine type:
Isuzu 4HK1-TCAxle drive:
4x2Gear box:
Isuzu MLD 6-shiftRemarks:
HIAB, Palfinger, UNIC crane also availableMoldova 5 Ton utility boom crane Truck Isuzu NPR, also named Isuzu boom truck with man basket or Isuzu lift boom truck. This utility boom crane truck adopt Isuzu NPR cab chassis truck, Isuzu 4HK1 190hp diesel engine, MLD 6-shift gearbox, XCMG SQS 100-4 4ton stiff boom crane, special designed for Moldova market. Chinese smart manufacturing helps Moldova's municipal upgrade: POWERSTAR TRUCKS delivers Isuzu NPR truck crane customized models in batches.
1, Background of cross-border cooperation and Moldova's needs
Moldova is a country in Eastern Europe that attaches equal importance to agriculture and emerging industries. The municipal construction of the capital Chisinau and the second largest city Belzi has developed rapidly in recent years. The local municipal departments are facing challenges such as inefficient old equipment and insufficient adaptability to multi-scenario operations. The purchaser this time is the Municipal Service Company of Key Cities in Western Moldova, whose jurisdiction covers diversified tasks such as farmland maintenance in hilly terrain, urban greening pruning and emergency rescue. After international bidding, POWERSTAR TRUCKS, a well-known Chinese commercial vehicle company, stood out with the golden combination of Isuzu NPR customized chassis and XCMG original cranes. The first batch of orders reached 15 units, marking the successful entry of China's high-end special vehicle technology into the Eastern European market.
● R&D department make trucks 100% customized
● 24 months long guarantee time assurance
● Optional crane capacity: 2tons, 5tons, 10tons, Max to 50tons
● CKD, SKD parts service, Container shipping, Save freight
● OEM customized service, print your company logo
● China best Isuzu boom crane truck factory
● More than 30 years professional manufacturer experience.




2, Analysis of core technologies of customized models
The 5-ton truck crane special vehicle delivered this time is built based on the special needs of Moldova. The core highlights include:
Specialized chassis system : It adopts the Isuzu NPR truck crane special chassis, strengthens the beam structure and stability design, and adapts to the country's operating environment with many slopes and narrow roads. The power is equipped with an Isuzu 4HK1 turbocharged diesel engine (190 horsepower/140kW), matched with an ISUZU MLD 6-speed gearbox, and the low-speed high-torque characteristics (500Nm@1,800rpm) significantly improve the climbing ability in hilly areas.
XCMG SQS100-4 straight-arm crane : As the core operating unit, the crane has a maximum lifting capacity of 4 tons, a working radius of 8.2 meters, a lifting height of 9.5 meters, and full hydraulic control can achieve 360° continuous rotation. Its original "double pump confluence" technology increases the lifting speed by 20%, which is particularly suitable for high-frequency lifting scenarios such as orchard pruning and street lamp maintenance in Moldova. The key steel material is made of HG70 high-strength material, and its deformation resistance is 35% higher than that of ordinary cranes.
3, Revolutionary improvement in municipal efficiency
Compared with traditional equipment, this model has achieved three major breakthroughs:
Multi-task integration : One vehicle completes lifting, transportation, and high-altitude operations, reducing equipment scheduling time. Taking the spring tree pruning in Chisinau as an example, the daily operation efficiency has increased from 3 kilometers to 8 kilometers.
Terrain adaptability : The short wheelbase design (3,365mm) and the minimum turning radius of 6.5 meters can flexibly shuttle through the narrow streets of the old city of Moldova.
Cost optimization : The fuel consumption of Isuzu powertrain is only 15L per 100 kilometers, which is 18% lower than similar European products. With the 10-year/10,000-hour ultra-long warranty of XCMG cranes, the maintenance cost of the entire life cycle is reduced by 30%.
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Project |
Unit |
Value |
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Crane Dimension |
Crane Model |
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SQS100-4 |
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Max. Lifting Capacity |
kg |
4000 |
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Max. Lifting Height |
m |
8.7 |
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Working Radius/ Span |
m |
2.2-11 |
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Rotation Angle |
º |
360 |
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Boom Raising Angle Scope |
º |
0-75 |
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Chassis Truck Data and Weight |
Chassis Brand |
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ISUZU |
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Overall Dimensions (L*W*H) |
mm |
8200*2500*3650 |
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Cargo Body Dimensions (L*W*H) |
mm |
4600*2300*550 |
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Total Mass |
kg |
13000 |
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Rated Loading |
kg |
5000 |
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Front and Rear Axle Load |
kg |
4000/ 9000 |
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Engine Model |
--- |
ISUZU |
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4HK1-TC |
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Engine Powder/ Engine Displacement |
HP/ml |
190/ 5200 |
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Working Parameter |
Gearbox |
--- |
6 Forwards& 1 Reverse |
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Service Brake |
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Automatically Air-Cut Brake |
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Power Steering Model |
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Hydraulic sSteering with Power Assistance |
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The Basic Boom Length |
m |
3.8-8.7 |
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Diameter of Wire Rope |
mm |
8 |
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Length of Wire Rope |
m |
55 |
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Speed of Sing Rope (No Load) |
m/min |
45 |
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Max. Lines of the Hook |
Times |
4 |
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Travelling Parameter |
Max. Travel Speed |
Km/ h |
90 |
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Max. Gradeability |
% |
30 |
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Min. Turning Diameter |
m |
14.5 |
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Truck mounted crane, also known as lorry crane, boom crane, arrow crane, telescopic crane, etc. It can be equipped with cargo boxes of different lengths, generally 3.4m, 4.4m, 5.6m, 8.6m, etc.
Follow up lifting weight can be divided into 3.2 tons, 4 tons, 5 tons, 6.3 tons, 8 tons, 10 tons, 12 tons, 14 tons and 1 ton.
The models of truck mounted cranes mainly include SQ3.2, SQ4, SQ5, SQ6.3, SQ8, SQ10, SQ12, SQ14 and SQ16. Cranes of different tonnage.


4, Market prospects and localization trends
Moldova's demand for municipal vehicle renewal is expected to increase by 12% annually in the next five years. This model will show three major development trends:
New energy iteration : With the penetration of EU environmental protection regulations, POWERSTAR TRUCKS has reserved pure electric version NPR chassis technology to adapt to Moldova's 2027 clean energy plan.
Functional modularization : It can be expanded to add modules such as snow plows and sprinkler tanks to meet the country's extreme climate needs for snow removal in winter and dust suppression in summer.
Localized services : Chinese companies are co-building a maintenance training center with the Moldovan Technical College. In the future, the spare parts supply cycle will be shortened from 45 days to 7 days.
The following are maintenance recommendations for the Isuzu NPR 5-ton truck crane, combined with professional guidance on key systems such as mechanical and hydraulic systems:
1. Mechanical system maintenance
Check the brake clearance (recommended to maintain 0.3-0.5mm) and wear plate thickness (replace if less than 3mm) every week
Test the emergency brake function to ensure slope parking safety
Transmission component maintenance
Tighten the chassis power take-off bolts every month and check the balance of the drive shaft (radial runout ≤1.5mm)
Apply high-temperature resistant grease to the slewing gear every 250 hours (applicable to -30℃~150℃)
Structural component maintenance
Regularly remove the dust from the boom and check the weld cracks (focus on the hinge point and stress concentration area)
Wire rope diameter wear exceeds 7% or single strand breakage needs to be replaced immediately
2. Hydraulic system maintenance
Use ISO VG46 anti-wear hydraulic oil, replaced every 500 hours or half a year (pilot system needs to be filtered separately)
Oil temperature is controlled at 30-60℃, and the oil level is kept at 2/3 of the oil window
Pipeline maintenance
Check the high-pressure hose (working pressure 28MPa) for bulges or leakage every day
Clean the hydraulic oil tank breather valve regularly (recommended every 3 months)