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Old 12th February 2008 | 04:33
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Cyclic Hotline
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Both the S64 and the S61 had problems with planetary plates in their evolution. The S61 eliminates it in RHL operation by using steel plates instead of the original titanium, to avoid an overhaul (inspection) period limitation.

The Crane imposes a life limit on the plates.
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