Crane Truck Buying Guide

This guide highlights general features and specifications of crane trucks, which are frequently sold in our online auctions. We have dump trucks available from many of our locations across the country including Texas, California, Pennsylvania, and more.

 

What is a crane truck?

A crane truck is exactly what it sounds like, a crane on a truck. The base consists of a semi truck, also known as a commercial truck, with an operator cab, and the top contains a secondary operating booth and crane. The crane’s hydraulic arm has multiple joints that can fold and collapse down when not in use, and having a truck on the base of the unit allows for enhanced site accessibility and better material transportation. They’re often utilized in construction jobs, cargo handling, electric line maintenance and more. Crane trucks may include a boom & jib, two-gear pump, outriggers, counterweights, rotex gear and more.

 

 

 

What is a crane truck typically used for?

As a whole, truck-mounted cranes minimize operation cost, reduce manpower requirements, shorten site prep time, and require less space than stand-alone cranes. They’re often utilized in construction jobs, cargo handling, electric line maintenance and more. Truck-mounted cranes may include a boom & jib, two-gear pump, outriggers, counterweights, rotex gear and more.

 

What are the different types of crane trucks?

 

Boom Trucks

Boom trucks, also known as truck-mounted cranes, are versatile and widely used. They feature a hydraulic telescopic boom mounted on a truck chassis. Boom trucks are known for their mobility, reach, and ability to lift heavy loads. They are often used in construction, utility work, and material handling.

 

 

 

Knuckle Boom Trucks

Knuckle boom trucks, also called articulating or folding boom trucks, have a folding arm composed of multiple sections connected by joints or knuckles. This design allows for increased flexibility and maneuverability, making them suitable for navigating tight spaces or working in confined areas. Knuckle boom trucks are commonly used in loading and unloading, landscaping, and delivery applications.

 

 

 

 

What are popular brands and models of crane trucks?

Popular brands of crane trucks include Terex, Grove, Tadano, and more.

Popular models of crane trucks include:

          •  Terex BT 28106, BT 5092, BT70100
          •  Manitowoc 8000, 10000, 14000
          •  Grove TMS9000E, TMS500E, TMS475
          •  Tadano ATF 130G-5, ATF 220G-5, ATF 400G-6

 

 

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