Heidelberg GTO 52+ Offset Printing Machine 36 × 52 cm – 1998

The Heidelberg GTO 52+ (1998) is a compact and mechanically robust sheetfed offset printing press designed for reliable single-color commercial printing. As part of the well-known Heidelberg GTO series, this press is recognized for its durability, precision, and long-term operational stability.

The machine features conventional dampening technology that maintains a balanced ink-water relationship throughout the printing process. This system provides consistent print quality and reliable ink distribution for various printing applications.

The press is equipped with the Bacher register system, enabling accurate plate positioning and precise registration during printing. Quick-release plate tensioning bars allow fast and efficient plate changes, reducing makeready time and improving production efficiency.

The Plus version configuration allows the integration of numbering and perforation units, expanding the machine’s flexibility for various commercial printing tasks such as forms, invoices, and numbered documents.

With a maximum sheet size of 360 × 520 mm and a maximum printing speed of up to 8,000 sheets per hour, the Heidelberg GTO 52+ provides stable and efficient production for a variety of small-format printing applications.

The machine is also supplied with accessories and remains a practical solution for print environments requiring dependable single-color offset printing.

Key Features

Single-color sheetfed offset printing configuration
Conventional dampening system
Bacher register system for precise plate positioning
Quick-release plate tensioning bars
Plus version prepared for numbering units
Reliable mechanical design from Heidelberg

Technical Specifications

Model: GTO 52+
Manufacturer: Heidelberg
Year of Manufacture: 1998
Serial Number: 687935
Impressions: approx. 32 million
Maximum format: 360 × 520 mm

Conventional dampening system
Quick-release plate tensioning bars
Bacher register system
Plus version configuration ready for numbering
Accessories included

Maximum sheet size: 360 × 520 mm
Minimum sheet size: 105 × 180 mm
Standard material thickness: 0.4 mm
Optional material thickness: 0.6 mm

Maximum printing speed: 8,000 sheets/hour
Total weight: approx. 2,720 kg
Power consumption: 6.6 kW

Applications

Commercial printing
Forms and documents
Invoices and numbering jobs
Stationery printing
Short-run printing production