NXT68 Hooklift
Setting new industry standards, the Stellar® NXT68 Hooklift offers a best-in-class lost load height of 12.5″ and impressive capacities, including 68,000 lbs at 62″ hook height, 57,000 lbs at 54″ hook height and a remarkable 68,000-lb dump capacity. Available for 16′ – 22′ bodies for 182″ – 214″ CT chassis, the NXT68 redefines material handling capabilities. For maximum compatibility and flexibility, the bolt-on body lock system provides universal adjustment for outside locks.
PrintKey Features
High strength without added weight
- Z-rail design: The base comes pre-drilled for easy installation onto the chassis and to accommodate the placement of body saddles as required.
Do more with one truck
- Telescopic jib: Multiplate design offers a balance of lightweight design and sturdy structure, ensuring reliable support for various body lengths.
- Universal latching system: The industry-leading bolt-on adjustable body locks offer precise customization for exterior lock adjustments.
- Adjustable hook height: Adjust the hook height to align with the lift bar height of a fleet of containers, utilizing either manual adjustable or hydraulic adjustable hook inserts.
Best-in-class lost load height
- Compact secondary design: A lost load height of 12.5″ enables an exceptional below-grade hook bar approach, accommodating sub-frame heights as low as 6″.
- Wear pad design: Integrated replaceable wear pads allow for effortless serviceability.
Timesaving convenience
- Lift cylinders: The integrated soft-stop feature ensures a gentle resting of the body on the body saddles.
- Speed enhancement: The lift cylinders feature integrated speed enhancement, decreasing the cycle extend time by 75%.
- In-cab controls: Air controls enable precise metering of the manual hydraulic valve.
- Hydraulic reservoir: The universal mounting bracket offers flexibility, allowing you to position the 25-gallon (94.6 L) reservoir wherever desired on the side of the chassis.
Specifications
Hook Height: | 54" (1,372 mm) or 61.75" (1,568 mm) |
Lift Capacity: | 54" HH: 57,000 lbs (25,855 kg) 61.75" HH: 68,000 lbs (30,844 kg) |
Dump Capacity: | 68,000 lbs (30,844 kg) |
Cycle Times: | Tilt/Dump Extend: 25 seconds Tilt/Dump Retract: 70 seconds Jib Extend: 11 seconds Jib Retract: 10 seconds (Times based on 24 gpm of oil flow.) |
Shipping Weight: | Short Version: Manual Adjustable HH 7,425 lbs (3,368 kg) Hydraulic Adjustable HH 7,530 lbs (3,416 kg) (Without reservoir and body locks.) |
Body Lengths: | Long version: 16' – 22' (4,877 – 6,706 mm) |
Min. Truck GVWR: | 62,000 lbs (28,123 kg) Note: Minimum 18,000 lbs (8,165 kg) front axle and 44,000 lbs (19,958 kg) rear axle. To obtain the 44,000-lb rear, a pusher axle will be needed. |
Maximum Hydraulic Flow: | 24 gpm (90.8 lpm) |
Operating Pressure: | 4,500 psi (310 bar) |
Valve Bank: | Monoblock main valve, main pressure relief valve and power beyond port. |
Load Holding Valves: | All cylinders are equipped with counterbalance valves to prevent cylinder collapse in the event of a hose failure. |
Hydraulic Pump Kits: | Kit includes a PTO control module that disengages the PTO if a set rpm is exceeded. |
Components: | Main components are manufactured with high-strength steel.
Greasable bushings at all pivot points. All pins are zinc-plated carbon steel as standard with an option to upgrade to type 17-4 stainless pins. |
Finish: | All weldments are powder coated with a primer and topcoat finish prior to assembly. |
Warranty: | Stellar-manufactured structural parts: 5 years Paint adhesion on Stellar-manufactured parts: 3 years Purchased parts and labor: 1 year Labor on Stellar workmanship: 1 year |
Dimensions
Description | NXT68S — 54" OR 62" |
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A. Overall Length: | 250.5" (6,363 mm) |
B. Cab-to-Axle Trunnion: | 182" to 214" (4,623 to 5,436 mm) |
C. After-Frame Range: | 64" (1,626 mm) |
D. Loader Height: | 12.5" (318 mm) |
E. Front of Jib to ℄ of Roller: | 239" (6,071 mm) |
F. Dump Angle: | 50° (0.87 rad) |
G. Maximum Tilt Height: | 54" HH: 134.31" (3,411 mm) 62" HH: 138.75" (3,524 mm) |
H. Jib Travel: | 48" (1,219 mm) |
I. Front of Jib to ℄ of Hook: | 5.19" (132 mm) |
J. Hook Above/Below Frame: | 54" HH: 3" (76 mm) Above Frame 62" HH: 3.56" (90 mm) Below Frame |
K. Lowest Point in Dump:* | 21.5" (546 mm) |
L. ℄ to Back of Roller: | 6" (152 mm) |
*Dimension is based on maximum advertised body lengths. |
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