JD35/40 Rotator
Heavy-Duty Rotating Recovery WreckerA 70,000-lb-class rotator built for the toughest heavy recovery calls — available through East Coast Truck & Trailer Sales in Portsmouth, VA.
Call (757) 465-2200
Overview
Built For The Heaviest Recovery Work
The Jerr-Dan JD35/40 Rotator pairs a 37.5-ft 3-stage recovery boom with a 360° continuous rotation swivel, dual planetary winches, and a 7,400,000 RBM high-strength steel torsion subframe. It's built to handle heavy-duty tows, overturned loads, and complex recovery scenes that smaller wreckers can't touch.
East Coast Truck & Trailer Sales specs and builds JD35/40 Rotator units on a compatible chassis for towing and recovery operators across the region. Call (757) 465-2200 to talk through chassis options, underlift selection, and build timelines.
| Body | JFB, Polypropylene Copolymer |
|---|---|
| Boom | 3-Stage, 37.5-ft |
| Boom Angle | 0°–60° |
| Main Winches | Dual 35K Planetary, 2-Speed |
| Auxiliary Winches | Dual 15K Planetary |
| Drag Winch | 50K Planetary, 2-Speed |
| Outriggers | S130 |
| Subframe | 7,400,000 RBM |
Recovery Boom
3-Stage Boom Performance
Full boom, reach, and hook-height figures across boom angle and extension.
| Maximum Boom Length | 37.5-ft |
|---|---|
| Maximum Boom Angle | 60° |
| Retracted Capacity @ 30° | 70,000-lb |
| Extended Capacity @ 30° | 19,000-lb |
| Side Capacity Extended @ 0° (S130) | 10,200-lb |
| Side Capacity Extended @ 30° (S130) | 12,000-lb |
| @ 0° | 84-in |
|---|---|
| @ 30° Retracted | 184-in |
| @ 30° Extended | 304-in |
| @ 60° Retracted | 254-in |
| @ 60° Extended | 462-in |
| Aux Winch @ 0° / 30° / 60° | 65 / 154 / 221-in |
| Extended @ 0° | 258-in |
|---|---|
| Extended @ 30° | 201-in |
| Extended @ 60° | 39-in |
| Retracted / Extended @ 0° | 146 / 386-in |
|---|---|
| Retracted / Extended @ 30° | 121 / 329-in |
| Retracted / Extended @ 60° | 46 / 166-in |
Winches & Chassis
| Main Boom Winch | 35,000-lb 2-Speed Planetary |
|---|---|
| Main Winch Rope | 3/4-in x 200-ft EEIPS |
| Auxiliary Winch | 15,000-lb Planetary |
| Aux Winch Rope | 9/16-in x 135-ft EEIPS |
| Drag Winch | 50,000-lb 2-Speed Planetary |
| Drag Winch Rope | 3/4-in x 250-ft EEIPS |
| RBM Per Rail | 4,200,000 |
|---|---|
| Front Axle Rating | 18,000-lb min |
| Rear Axle Rating | 46,000-lb min |
| Lift/2nd Steer Axle | 18,000-lb min |
| GVWR | 82,000-lb min |
| Usable Cab-to-Tandem | 212–224-in |
| Frame Height | 42–45-in |
Underlift Options
Choose Your Underlift
Four HD underlift configurations, each with an 80,000-lb tow capacity. Underlift specs are listed exactly as rated by Jerr-Dan — not a flat/averaged figure.
- Rated Capacity (Retracted)
- 50,000-lb
- Rated Capacity (Extended)
- 17,000-lb
- Reach Past Tailboard (Retracted)
- 77-in
- Reach Past Tailboard (Extended)
- 147-in
- Tilt (+/–)
- 10° / 20°
- Rated Capacity (Retracted)
- 53,000-lb
- Rated Capacity (Extended)
- 17,000-lb
- Reach Past Tailboard (Retracted)
- 77-in
- Reach Past Tailboard (Extended)
- 147-in
- Tilt (+/–)
- 9° / 21°
- Rated Capacity (Retracted)
- 56,500-lb
- Rated Capacity (Extended)
- 17,600-lb
- Reach Past Tailboard (Retracted)
- 92-in
- Reach Past Tailboard (Extended)
- 186-in
- Tilt (+/–)
- 9° / 21°
- Rated Capacity (Retracted)
- 56,500-lb
- Rated Capacity (Extended)
- 17,600-lb
- Reach Past Tailboard (Retracted)
- 83-in
- Reach Past Tailboard (Extended)
- 184-in
- Tilt (+/–)
- 9° / 21°
Features
Standard & Optional Equipment
Tap a category to expand. Every unit ECTTS builds is configured to your operation's recovery calls.
Controls
- Passenger Side Electric/Hydraulic Controls & Gauge Standard
- Driver Side Wireless Controls & Gauge Standard
- Color Coded Winch Control Handles, Sheave Guides & Hooks Standard
- Electric/Air 2-Position Boom House Lock Standard
- 360° Continuous Rotation Hydraulic/Electrical Swivel Standard
- Hydraulic Oil Cooler Optional
- Hydraulic Oil Heater Optional
- Winch Tensioner With Pressure Gauge Standard
- Hydraulic Tank, Sight Gauge & Return Filter Standard
- Non-Proportional Underlift Remote Standard
- Proportional Boom/Winch Remote Optional
- Touchlink In-Cab Underlift Controls Optional
Boom, Underlift & Winches
- 3-Stage Recovery Boom Standard
- Boom Mounted D-Rings Standard
- Boom Angle Indicator (0°–60°) Standard
- 35K Dual Planetary 2-Speed Boom Winches Standard
- 50K Planetary 2-Speed Underlift Drag Winch Standard
- 15K Dual Planetary Auxiliary Winches Standard
- Air Free Spool w/ Adjustable Rope Tensioner Standard
- Boom & Pylon Dress Up Kit, Stainless Steel Optional
- 500LP (3-Stage) Low Profile Underlift Standard
- 530 Underlift Optional
- 565 Underlift (3 or 4-Stage) Optional
- 5-in Crossbar Pivot Pin Standard
- Integrated Safety Chain Storage Standard
Body & Tunnel
- Anti-Skid Diamond Plate Walking Surface Standard
- Structural Polypropylene Copolymer Body Standard
- Battery Relocation, Top Of Tunnel Box Optional
- Forward Facing Diamond Plate On Tunnel Box Standard
- Painted Roll-Up Doors & Door Frames Optional
- Stainless Steel Rub Rail Trim Optional
- Rear Body Fold Down Steps & Handles w/ LED Standard
- Tri-Axle Chassis & Body Configurations Optional
- Storage Solutions For Tools & Equipment Optional
Outriggers & Platform
- 360° Operational Load Chart Standard
- 7,400,000 RBM High Strength Steel Torsion Subframe Standard
- Rear Spades w/ Flip Down Feet, Locking Pins & D-Rings Standard
- Multi Position, Multi Direction Compacting Spade Feet Standard
- S130 Outriggers w/ D-Rings & Pivoting Spade Foot Standard
- Level Indicators For Setting Platform Standard
- Built-In Tilt Alarm At 20° Standard
- 24-in Composite Outrigger Pads Optional
Lighting & Electrical
- Integrated Electronic Power Distribution System Standard
- Touchlink Control System w/ Integrated E-Stop Standard
- Interior Tool Box Lighting (LED) Optional
- Clear Body Marker Lights (LED) Standard
- Lighted Steps & Grab Handles (LED) Optional
- Upper / Lower Hook-Up Lights (LED) Standard
- Upper Work Lights, Pylon Mounted (LED) Optional
- Underlift Hook-Up Light (LED) Optional
- Underboom & Outrigger Scene Lights (LED) Optional
- Hood / Grille / Body Mounted Flashers Optional
- Main Light Bar, 72-in Whelen Standard
- Wing Light Bar, 22-in Whelen Optional
Towing Accessories
- 9 Sets Frame Forks (Built In With Underlift) Standard
- Chain End Caps Standard
- Recessed Glad Hands Standard
- 7-Way Trailer Plug Standard
- Service Air Quick Connect Standard
- Backup Camera Optional
- 25K Bus Arms/Tire Lifts Optional
- 5th Wheel Attachment Optional
- Pintle Hitch Attachment Optional
- High Rise Fork Receivers Optional
- Rear Facing Underlift Camera Optional
Storage & Rigging Packages
- Gold Storage Only Optional
- Jerr-Dan 42K Spreader Bar w/ Brackets & Sling Kit Optional
- Telescopic Ladder Optional
- Endless Loop Sling Kit (Level 1/2/3) Optional
- Heavy Duty Chain Kit (Level 1/2) Optional
- Shackle Kit (Level 1/2/3) Optional
- Snatch Block Kit: Qty 2, 10-in 12T Optional
- Snatch Block Kit: Qty 3, 10-in 12T + Qty 2, 6-in 8T Optional
- Flat Recovery Strap Kit Optional
- Spreader Bar Sling Kit Optional
Current Inventory
| Stock Number: | 14844N |
| Type: | Wreckers |
| Manufacturer: | Peterbilt |
| Model: | 567 |
| Exterior Color: | Red |
| Engine Manufacturer: | Cummins |
| Engine Type: | ISX 15 |
| Transmission: | Eaton Fuller |
| Stock Number: | 13443N |
| Type: | Wreckers |
| Manufacturer: | Western Star |
| Model: | 49X |
| Exterior Color: | Red |
| Engine Manufacturer: | Detroit |
| Engine Type: | DD16 |
| Transmission: | Allison 4700RDS |
| Stock Number: | 14576N |
| Type: | Wreckers |
| Manufacturer: | Western Star |
| Model: | 49X |
| Exterior Color: | Red |
| Engine Manufacturer: | Detroit |
| Engine Type: | DD16 |
| Transmission: | Allison 4700RDS |
FAQ
Common Questions
What's the difference between the 500LP, 530, and 565 underlift options?
The 500LP is a low-profile 3-stage underlift rated 50,000-lb retracted / 17,000-lb extended with 147-in of reach. The 530 is rated 53,000-lb retracted / 17,000-lb extended, also with 147-in of reach. The 565 comes in 3-stage (56,500-lb retracted / 17,600-lb extended, 186-in reach) or 4-stage (56,500-lb retracted / 17,600-lb extended, 184-in reach) versions. All four carry an 80,000-lb tow capacity.
What chassis specs are required to mount a JD35/40 Rotator?
Minimum chassis recommendation: 4,200,000 RBM per rail, 18,000-lb minimum front axle rating, 46,000-lb minimum rear axle rating, 18,000-lb minimum lift/second-steer axle rating, and 82,000-lb minimum GVWR. Usable cab-to-tandem should run 212–224-in with a 42–45-in frame height.
What is the boom capacity of the JD35/40 Rotator?
The 3-stage recovery boom extends to a maximum of 37.5-ft and rotates through a 60° boom angle, with a 70,000-lb retracted capacity at 30° and a 19,000-lb extended capacity at 30°.
Does East Coast Truck & Trailer Sales build the JD35/40 Rotator to order?
Yes. ECTTS, based in Portsmouth, VA, specs and builds JD35/40 Rotator units on a compatible chassis. Call (757) 465-2200 to discuss chassis options, underlift selection, and build timelines.
