Placing it behind the cab keeps it out of the way, and gives you more load flexibility, however in Australia, front axle load limit is a critical factor, meaning heavy cranes may not be legal even on an empty truck if mounted behind the cab. To add to the complexity of this question, do you want the crane behind the cab, or on the back of the tray. The second question is how big is the truck you need to fit the crane to, and what is you payload requirement. So ordering a crane that at least reaches the length of the tray is a good place to start. Most cranes can be specified with different number of hydraulic extensions, ie, how far its jib extends. The basic job of a crane is to lift, and the second question is how far away the item to lift is.Īll cranes are rated by their “Tonne/Meter” rating, or the tonnes to be lifted, times the number of meters of reach required.Įg, Lifting 800kg at 15meters (from the centre of the crane, not the edge of the truck) of reach, requires 0.800 x 15 = 12 tonne/meters. However there are a couple of key factors to look for when making your choice. Choosing the right truck mounted crane for your needs is a complex exercise.
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