Hiab/Crane loaders have a single hydraulic crane arm and have much more load/unload flexibility over the Tilt Tray and Side Loader.
Generally Hiabs are used when Tilts or Sideloaders won’t cut it due to their range and flexibility, and can lift over obstructions such as fences, hedges, and railings. The downside is that this truck type can be much more expensive, charging on an hourly rate from base to base, and are in most cases only available to transport 20ft containers.
They can also be used in tandem with a flatbed for unloading and positioning of 40ft containers.
Most Hiab operators will however limit their lift to between 4t and 7t in the case of 20ft containers, partly due to decreasing weight capacity the further the boom is extended.
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Use and need for a Hiab Crane truck is generally complex and the scope should be referred and reviewed thoroughly before committing to a price.
For these types of lifts, alternative lift formats such as Mobile Cranes can also be used.
CRANE TRUCK CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
Dimensions | 20ft Crane Truck | 40ft Crane Truck |
|---|---|---|
Length | 10.0 metres | 16.0 metres |
Width | 3.0 metres | 3.0 metres |
Height | 4.5 metres | 4.5 metres |
Please Note: Clearance dimensions do not take into account the drop location relative to the truck position, and at what distance. Please ensure you factor the boom extension distance and container footprint when working out your clearance requirements.
This video demonstrates the Hiab loading of a 20ft shipping container by Reef Group
