Truck cranes are self-propelled lifting equipment designed for lifting and moving loads. The machines combine excellent maneuverability, significant movement speed and high load capacity. Truck cranes are based on the chassis of an existing fleet of trucks or special off-road chassis.
Where is it used?
Truck cranes are used in construction, utilities, agriculture and manufacturing industries to perform loading and unloading of the following jobs:
- construction of buildings and structures;
- dismantling and reconstruction of objects;
- construction of bridges and viaducts;
- construction of roads and sidewalks;
- loading agricultural machinery;
- laying utilities, oil and gas pipelines;
- production of building materials and metal structures.
In addition, truck cranes can be used when clearing rubble or carrying out various rescue operations.
Using a truck crane in bridge construction.
Types of truck cranes by type of working mechanism
It is possible to distinguish types of truck cranes based on one more characteristic - the type of working equipment. Today, machines with removable equipment are most widespread: by changing the working unit, you can perform a wider range of tasks using the same truck crane. Truck cranes are equipped with:
- hook;
- grab.
Type of truck crane with a grab grip for bulk materials.
The hook suspension is convenient when working with large cargo or packaged items. For example, these types of truck cranes can unload wagons or trailers with pallets packed with building materials, etc. If it is necessary to reload bulk or lump materials, then other types of truck cranes are used - equipped with a grab grip.
Specifications
All truck cranes are mobile. This means that the machine moves independently to the work site. When choosing a crane, you should focus on the following characteristics:
- permissible lifting weight;
- lifting height, depending on the type and length of the boom;
- boom radius, which is the distance from the load to the axis of the crane’s center of gravity;
- speed of lifting or lowering loads—vertical movement of loads per unit of time (meter/min);
- load moment, which is determined by multiplying the boom length by the load capacity.
Other important indicators include: chassis transport speed, maximum power load, minimum turning radius, vehicle engine power and crane power plant.
Dimensions affect maneuverability when working in cramped conditions.
How to choose the right truck crane?
The ability to perform operations to move goods, the profitability of the work, and the level of safety depend on how correctly the truck crane is selected. The main task is to find a middle ground here. In the absence of knowledge in matters of construction technology and installation of heavy structures, it is necessary to clearly understand the following points:
- Specifics of the cargo. Fragile materials that need to be handled carefully are best transported using new, smooth-feeding equipment.
- Required load capacity, delivery height. The accuracy of choosing these parameters for the crane used leads to lower material costs.
- Landscape specificity. In mountainous or hilly areas with large slopes, it is necessary to use truck cranes with increased stability.
- Freedom of maneuver on site. In conditions of limited space, truck cranes with a rotating front and rear axle are ideal.
- Construction site location. Some models are adapted to work only with a developed structure of access roads, others - off-road.
Classification
Many types of special equipment are produced, differing in load capacity, boom reach, drive type and other indicators.
According to their lifting capacity, cranes are:
- small - up to 8 tons;
- medium - up to 50 tons;
- heavy - 50-100 tons;
- super heavy - over 100 tons.
Small cranes are compact and maneuverable. They are characterized by economical fuel consumption. They can work in cramped conditions of production sites, warehouses and courtyards. The most popular cranes are of medium lifting capacity. They are used on construction sites, in the public utilities sector, and in logistics companies.
Heavy and super-heavy equipment works in the laying of utilities, construction of bridges, energy facilities, and in the oil and gas sector.
By boom length
The lifting capacity of a truck crane usually varies depending on the boom radius:
- up to 14 m - corresponds to a load capacity of up to 14 tons;
- 18-20 m - 18-20 t;
- 25-37 m - 20-25 t;
- 40-50 m - about 50 t;
- more than 50 m - for 100 ton machines.
The boom of the truck crane can be sectional or telescopic, and equipped with an additional jib.
By type of boom equipment
Boom equipment ensures the capture and movement of cargo in the operating area of the truck crane. Includes fixed or retractable booms:
- tower version;
- telescopic;
- lattice.
The boom may have an additional mechanical extension in the form of a jib.
The boom equipment of truck cranes can work only with a hook or be replaceable with the ability to install magnetic washers, a grab, etc.
By cabin type:
- stationary - rigidly attached to the crane platform. For better visibility they usually have panoramic glazing;
- rotating - the most popular types of cabins, capable of changing position by turning 180°.
By drive type
The drive of the crane mechanism can be single-engine - mechanical and multi-engine - hydraulic or diesel-electric. Hydraulically driven devices have a rigid suspension of the boom equipment. Cranes with mechanical drive - flexible.
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Types of truck cranes by cabin type
If we consider all types of truck cranes, we can divide them into two groups based on the type of cabin. She may be:
- stationary;
- unfixed.
The non-fixed cabin, in turn, can also be of different designs, namely:
- hydraulic;
- rotary.
Ivanovets 25 t truck crane with a rotating cabin, transferred to the transport position.
The stationary cabin of the truck crane does not move, has a large panoramic glass and is protected by a metal mesh - it should protect the operator and equipment in the event of a possible fall of the load.
The non-fixed cabin has become more widespread. Hydraulic structures can change position to increase visibility for the driver. The most common cabins are rotating ones. When the truck crane is moved from the transport position to the working cabin, it rotates 180 degrees. This was done so that the crane in transport mode would take up less space and fit into the vehicle dimensions.
Main nodes
Self-propelled truck cranes consist of rotating and fixed units, interconnected by slewing bearings, and boom equipment.
Chassis
Crane equipment can be installed on truck chassis or on special structures characterized by increased cross-country ability.
The chassis refers to the non-rotating part of the truck crane and includes:
- cargo chassis with various wheel formulas;
- a spatial frame with four supports built into it - outriggers;
- hydraulic systems.
In addition, the fixed part of such machines includes a hydraulic fluid tank, pipelines and a pump drive. For mobile cranes with a mechanical drive, an intermediate gearbox is installed on the frame. With electric drive - a generator is placed.
Boom equipment
The boom is the main working mechanism of lifting machines. Various types are available:
- Tower type. It is a vertical structure to which the boom is hinged.
- Lattice - with a flexible suspension system.
- Telescopic - capable of changing length due to retractable sections.
Telescopic structures are the most functional and practical. The boom can have a rigid or flexible suspension. The boom equipment includes rope-block systems, load-handling mechanisms and devices.
Slewing bearings
The base for attaching all rotating elements is the rotating platform.
Rotator includes:
- crane boom consisting of sections;
- lifting winch;
- rotation mechanism;
- hydraulic equipment;
- control cabin;
- counterweights and safety system.
The musculoskeletal mechanism ensures the rotation of the boom.
An additional load (counterweight) is installed on the rotating frame to balance the crane during loading and unloading operations.
Working cabin of a truck crane.
Telescopic boom device
It consists of a lifting device, a mechanism for changing the length of the boom and separate sections inserted into each other:
- a fixed outer section, hingedly attached to the stand of the turntable - base;
- retractable middle section;
- the upper section, at the front end of which cargo pulley blocks are installed, ensuring the lifting and lowering of loads.
Sections can have a box-section in the form of a rectangle, square, polyhedron, trapezoid or ovoid.
The ovoid section has the greatest strength and stability in combination with low metal consumption. Such an arrow is capable of withstanding heavy loads at maximum reach.
Telescopic boom of ovoid section.
Examples of domestic truck cranes with an ovoid boom: KS-65721 “Galichanin”, KS-55713-1K-4 “Klintsy”, KS-45717K “Ivanovets”. The sections are extended by two hydraulic cylinders. In this case, the middle section extends first, then the upper one. The length can be adjusted both in a free position and with a load.
The telescopic boom can be additionally equipped with an extension and a jib. Boom equipment is equipped with hook hangers, magnetic washers or grab buckets. Hook hangers consist of a hook, a traverse and boom head blocks and ropes that form a cargo pulley.
Reversible distribution and rotary mechanism
The reversing mechanism is used to change the direction of rotation of the rotating part and the drum of the jib and cargo winches of cranes. Distributive - designed to distribute torque between rotating devices and winches.
The reversible distribution mechanism is available only on truck cranes with mechanics. On electrically or hydraulically driven machines, their functions are performed by electric and hydraulic motors. To perform loading or unloading, the equipment is transferred to the working position.
The stability of the working condition and the prevention of the structure from tipping over when lifting loads are ensured by special supports - outriggers.
Each support is adjustable in height, allowing the machine to stand stably on uneven surfaces.
Truck crane supports are outriggers.
Truck crane Galician 25 tons - features, scope of application
Scope of application
The 25-ton special equipment of the brand in question has an impressive range of applications. These truck cranes are most in demand in such sectors of the national economy as:
- mining;
- laying gas and oil pipelines;
- residential and industrial construction;
- lifting work at objects remote from each other;
- road and installation works.
Peculiarities
The versatility of the "Galichanin" 25t truck cranes is due to the features of their design, which provides the ability to:
- comfortable operation of the truck crane in a limited area due to the use of special supports with retracted outrigger beams;
- carry out assigned tasks on a close support body, in which the supports do not protrude beyond the dimensions of the machine;
- move loads in confined spaces and place them in hard-to-reach places using a retractable boom with a hook.
Controlling a mechanically driven truck crane
Mechanical drive is found mainly in older models. Energy from the engine is transmitted to the working mechanisms through the transmission. The main components of automotive cranes with mechanical drive are:
- power take-off;
- bevel gear;
- slewing support;
- reverse distribution mechanism;
- cargo and jib winches, hook suspension.
All control mechanisms are concentrated in the rotating frame cabin and are driven by the engine through the gearbox and various power devices.
The gearbox controls the operating speeds of the mechanisms and the engine speed. And cylindrical and conical reverses determine the direction of rotation.
Using the pedals, the height of the boom lift, the speed of movement of the mechanisms are adjusted, and the emergency clutch is released. The brakes are controlled by a pneumatic system driven by the vehicle's engine through a compressor.
Despite the fact that cars with mechanical drive have hardly been produced recently, such equipment copes with its functions.
Main advantage:
- high maintainability;
- low cost of spare parts and components;
- ease of maintenance.
The cost of “mechanics” is significantly lower than the price of equipment with an electric drive or hydraulics.
Crane device with mechanical drive.
General parameters of Galichanin 25 t cranes
All 25-ton truck cranes of the Galichanin brand have a number of common characteristics. This list includes the following parameters:
- installation of cranes on 3-axle chassis from Ural, MAZ and KAMAZ companies, which guarantees a high level of reliability;
- automatic inflation of tires to optimal pressure levels, increasing the cross-country ability of special equipment on all types of road surfaces;
- the use of diesel turbocharged engines of the KAMAZ and YaMZ brands, the power of which reaches 230-300 hp;
- ensuring the functioning of crane equipment directly from the gearbox and PTO;
- the possibility of extending the boom of a truck crane by using a 9-meter lattice jib;
- protection against rollover and overload, implemented by a special limiter ONK-160, equipped with telemetric memory, as well as a computing unit for collecting and processing information;
- use of the MZON module to protect equipment from high voltage, which is very important when performing work in close proximity to power lines;
- fairly high speed, reaching 60 kilometers per hour;
- wide operating temperature range (±40 degrees Celsius);
- load moment equal to 80 tm.
General view of the Galician crane in transport position
1 - telescopic boom, 2 - vehicle chassis, 3 - boom support stand, 4 - crane operator's cabin, 5 - rotating frame, 6 - load lifting mechanism, 7 - outrigger supports, 8 - box for controls on the lower frame, 9 - mechanism turn, 10 — rotating support, 11 — lower frame, 12 — inventory pads, 13 — wheel chock, 14 — pump drive, 15 — reach change mechanism, 16 — thrust bearings, 17 — ladder, 18 — spare wheel, 19 — pocket with additional hook suspension, 20 — jib, 21 — main hook suspension, 22 — hydraulic tank, 23 — heater
Features of the boom of the Galician truck crane
The crane boom deserves special attention. It has an ovoid profile, which is actively used in the engineering industry of many countries, as it demonstrates optimal performance. In the case of the “Galichanin” models, telescopic booms with three and five retractable sections, which are made from Swedish steel SSABDomex or WELDOX, can be used.
The special design of the boom allows telescoping of sections with a load attached to the slings. This design solution makes it possible to deliver cargo even to the most inaccessible places located between obstacles.
Using additional equipment
Automotive cranes "Galichanin" are equipped with a boom extension with a lattice structure formed from durable pipes - in single file. Such additional equipment makes it possible to increase the range of action of special equipment, thereby increasing its capabilities and functionality.
Implementation of innovative management systems
The crane is controlled through the innovative Galician H&H system, developed by the German company. This control system complies with all international standards, and its main task is to ensure the safety of all work operations.
Thus, the mentioned system controls the functioning of hydraulics and electric drives. The on-board mechanisms of the truck crane are controlled using buttons and joysticks from the cab, which guarantees the convenience and safety of the operator.
Truck cranes with hydromechanical drive
Hydraulic systems consist of the following elements:
- hydraulic cylinders driving the main components and mechanisms;
- a hydraulic motor consisting of cylinders with pistons that drives a drive shaft that winds the cable onto the winch;
- a hydraulic distributor that ensures synchronous operation of the mechanisms;
- a hydraulic pump designed to create pressure in the system;
- hydraulic tank containing oil.
Cranes with hydraulic drive are absolutely reliable, easy to operate and cost-effective.
Their carrying capacity significantly exceeds “mechanics”. Limitations on the weight of transported loads are imposed based on the stability of the machine and the strength of the boom material used.
The hydraulic system units are resistant to breakdowns, but if they malfunction, they require complete replacement. Preventative maintenance of systems involves regular lubrication.
Crane with hydraulic drive.
Brands of truck cranes produced in the former CIS
There are many manufacturers of special equipment operating in Russia, Ukraine and Belarus, producing popular brands of truck cranes.
- Mobile cranes Ivanovets
Among all brands of truck cranes, KS Ivanovets is the most famous. Lifting equipment is produced, the facilities of which are located in Ivanovo. The company produces cranes with boom lengths from 18 to 57 m with a lifting capacity from 16 to 100 tons. Both cranes on automobile chassis (KAMAZ, MAZ, Ural) and self-propelled models are produced.
| Ivanovets brand truck crane | Load capacity, tons | Chassis (wheel arrangement) | Boom length (with extension), m |
| KS-35714 | 16 | Ural-5557 (6*6) | 18 (25) |
| KS-35714K | 16 | KamAZ-53215 (6*4) | 18 (25) |
| KS-35714K-2 | 16 | KamAZ-43118 (6*6) | 18 (25) |
| KS-35714K-3 | 16 | KamAZ-53605 (4*2) | 18 (25) |
| KS-35715 | 16 | MAZ-5337 (4*2) | 18 (25) |
| KS-35714-2 | 17 | Ural-5557 (6*6) | 14 (21) |
| KS-35715-2 | 17 | MAZ-5337 (4*2) | 14 (21) |
| KS-45717 | 22 | Ural-5557 (6*6) | 21 (28) |
| KS-45717K | 22 | KamAZ-53213 (6*4) | 21 (28) |
| KS-45717-1 | 25 | Ural-4320 (6*6) | 21 (28) |
| KS-45717A-1 | 25 | MAZ-630303 (6*4) | 21 (28) |
| KS-45717K-1 | 25 | KamAZ-53229*(6*4) | 21 (28) |
| KS-45717K-2 | 25 | KamAZ-53228 (6*6) | 21 (28) |
| KS-55717 | 32 | KamAZ-53229 (6*4) | 27,4 (34,6) |
| KS-55717A | 32 | MAZ-63038 (6*4) | 27,4 (34,6) |
| KS-59711 | 32 | BAZ-8026 (6*6) | 27,4 (34,6) |
| KS-59712 | 32 | BAZ-8027 (4*4) | 27 |
| KS-59713 | 32 | Pneumatic chassis | 28,1 (35,1) |
| KS-6973A | 50 | MZKT-6923 (8*4) | 31 (46) |
| KS-6973B | 50 | BAZ-69098 (8*8) | 31 (46) |
| KS-8973 | 100 | KSh-8973 (10*8) | 41,4 (57,4) |
- Mobile cranes Galician
Another eminent representative of domestic brands of truck cranes is Galician. These cranes are assembled at the Galich Truck Crane Plant OJSC in Galich. Truck cranes of this brand are distinguished by good maneuverability and ease of operation and control; they are valued for their endurance, reliability and high maintainability of most components.
All Galician cranes are designed for installation on automobile chassis. The manufacturer’s model range includes truck cranes with a lifting capacity from 15 to 36 tons with a boom length from 14 to 38 m.
| Truck crane brand Galichanin | Load capacity, tons | Chassis (wheel arrangement) | Boom length (with extension), m |
| KS-35719-4 | 15 | ZIL-133G4 (6*4) | 14 (21) |
| KS-35719-3 | 15 | Ural-5557 (6*6) | 14 (21) |
| KS-4572A | 16 | KamAZ-53213 (6*4) | 21,7 |
| KS-4579 | 16 | KrAZ-65101*(6*4) | 21,7 |
| KS-45719-1 | 20 | KamAZ-53215 (6*4) | 21,7 |
| KS-45719-2 | 20 | KrAZ-65101 (6*4) | 21,7 |
| KS-45719-4 | 20 | KamAZ-53228 (6*6) | 21,7 |
| KS-45721 | 22,5 | Ural-4320 (6*6) | 21,7 |
| KS-55713-1 | 25 | KamAZ-53229*(6*4) | 21,7 (30,7) |
| KS-55713-1B | 25 | KamAZ-53229*(6*4) | 21,7 (30,7) |
| KS-55713-2 | 25 | KrAZ-65101 (6*4) | 21,7 (30,7) |
| KS-55713-3 | 25 | Ural-4320 (6*6) | 21,7 |
| KS-55713-4 | 25 | KamAZ-53228 (6*6) | 21,7 (30,7) |
| KS-55713-5 | 25 | KamAZ-43118 (6*6) | 21,7 |
| KS-55713-6 | 25 | MAZ-630303 (6*4) | 21,7 (30,7) |
| KS-55715 | 30 | KamAZ-53229 (6*4) | 21,7 (30,7) |
| KS-55715-5 | 30 | MAZ-630303 (6*4) | 21,7 (30,7) |
| KS-55729 | 32 | MAZ-630303 (6*4) | 30,1 |
| KS-55729B | 32 | MAZ-630303 (6*4) | 30,2 (45,2) |
| KS-55729-1 | 32 | KamAZ-6540 (8*4) | 30,1 (37,25) |
| KS-55729-1B | 32 | KamAZ-6540 (8×4) | 30,2 (45,2) |
| KS-55729-2 | 32 | KamAZ-53229 (6*4) | 30,1 |
| KS-55729-4 | 32 | KrAZ-65053 (6*4) | 30,1 |
| KS-55729-5V | 32 | KamAZ-63501 “Mustang” (8*8) | 30,4 (40,2) |
| KS-55721-V "Pioneer" | 35 | KamAZ-6560 (8*4) | 33,2 |
| KS-55721 | 36 | KamAZ-6540 (8*4) | 29,1 (38,1) |
| KS-55721-5 | 36 | MAZ-630303 (6*4) | 29,1 (38,1) |
| KS-59713-14T | 25 | Self-propelled tracked chassis TL-5ALM | 28 (31) |
- Truck cranes Klintsy
Another manufacturer among domestic brands of truck cranes is Klintsy. Crane installations are assembled in the city of the same name by the JSC Klintsovsky Truck Crane Plant. Among Russian brands of truck cranes, Klintsy occupy the small and medium segment - their lifting capacity is in the range of 6.3 - 25 tons. It should be noted that small-tonnage (up to 10 tons) cranes based on ZIL-4331 are in great demand and are on the balance sheets of utility, road, construction and repair companies. The Klintsy brand of truck cranes produces lifting devices with two- and three-section booms with a length of 12 to 28.5 m.
| Klintsy brand truck crane | Load capacity, tons | Chassis (wheel arrangement) | Boom length (with extension), m |
| KS-2561K | 6,3 | ZIL-431412*(4*2) | 12 |
| KS-2561K-1 | 6,3 | ZIL-431412*(4*2) | 12 |
| KS-2574 | 9 | ZIL-4331 (4*2) | 15 (22,5) |
| KS-35716 | 12,5 | ZIL-433112 (4*2) | 14,3 (20,3) |
| KS-35716-5 | 12,5 | MAZ-5337 (4*2) | 14,3 (20,3) |
| KS-35716 | 12,5 | ZIL-433102 (4*2) | 14,3 (20,3) |
| KS-35719-3 | 15 | Ural-5557 (6*6) | 14 (21,5) |
| KS-35719-5 | 15 | MAZ-5337 (4*2) | 14 (21,5) |
| KS-35719-7 | 15 | KamAZ-43118 (6*6) | 14 (21,5) |
| KS-35719-1-02 | 16 | KamAZ-43253 (4*2) | 18 |
| KS-35719-3-02 | 16 | Ural-5557 (6*6) | 18 (25,5) |
| KS-35719-5-02 | 16 | MAZ-5337 (4*2) | 18 (25,5) |
| KS-35719-7-02 | 16 | KamAZ-43118 (6*6) | 18 (25,5) |
| KS-35719-8-02 | 16 | KamAZ-53215 (6*4) | 18 (25,5) |
| KS-45719-1A | 20 | KamAZ-53215 (6*4) | 21 |
| KS-45719-3A | 20 | Ural-5557 (6*6) | 21 |
| KS-45719-5A | 20 | MAZ-5337 (4*2) | 21 |
| KS-45719-7A | 20 | KamAZ-43118 (6*6) | 21 |
| KS-45719-8A | 20 | KamAZ-53605 (4*2) | 21 |
| KS-45724-5 | 20 | MAZ-5337 (4*2) | 21 |
| KS-55713-1K | 25 | KamAZ-55111 (6*4) | 21 (28,5) |
| KS-55713-3K | 25 | Ural-5557 (6*6) | 21 (28,5) |
| KS-55713-5K | 25 | KamAZ-43118 (6*6) | 21 |
| KS-55713-6K | 25 | MAZ-630303 (6*4) | 21 (28,5) |
| KS-55713-7K | 25 | KamAZ-4355 (6*6) | 21 |
- Truck cranes Chelyabinets
Among the brands of KS truck cranes is Chelyabinets, produced by Chelyabinsk Mechanical Plant JSC. It should be noted that KS truck cranes occupy only a small part of the company’s assortment (today the manufacturer produces KS-45721 and KS-55730 for installation on a vehicle chassis). The company’s model range also includes self-propelled crawler cranes of its own design. One of them is the large-tonnage DEK-631A with a lifting capacity of up to 63 tons.
| Chelyabinets brand truck crane | Load capacity, tons | Chassis (wheel arrangement) | Boom length (with extension), m |
| MKG-25.01B | 25 | Caterpillars | 36,8 |
| DEK-251 | 25 | Caterpillars | 32,75 |
| KS-45721 | 25 | Ural-4320 (6*6) | 21,7 |
| DEK-321 | 32 | Caterpillars | 32,75 |
| KS-55730 | 32 | MAZ-630303 (6*4) | 25 (32) |
| DEK-361 | 36 | Caterpillars | 32,75 |
| DEK-631A | 63 | Caterpillars | 42 |
- Truck cranes Ulyanovets
If we consider Russian brands of truck cranes, we cannot fail to mention Ulyanovets. The production of this lifting equipment is carried out by OJSC Ulyanovsk Mechanical Plant No. 2.
Among the brands of truck cranes from Russia, Ulyanovets stands apart. Firstly, this is one of the few manufacturers that does not produce KS series cranes. Secondly, it produces the highest load-lifting cranes of domestic assembly: four models have a lifting capacity of 100 tons or more. The MKT-250 and MKGS-300 crawler cranes also boast the largest boom reach – 73 m, taking into account the jib length.
| Ulyanovets brand truck crane | Load capacity, tons | Chassis (wheel arrangement) | Boom length (with extension), m |
| MKT-16 | 16 | KamAZ-43253 (4*2) | 18,1 (24,1) |
| MKAT-20 | 20 | KrAZ-65101 (6*4) | 21,7 (27,7) |
| MCAT-20.01.1 | 20 | KamAZ-53215 (6*4) | 21,7 (27,7) |
| MCAT-20.01.4 | 20 | KamAZ-53228 (6*6) | 21,7 (27,7) |
| MCAT-20.03 | 20 | Ural-4320 (6*6) | 21,7 (27,7) |
| MKAT-20 | 20 | KrAZ-65053 (6*4) | 21,7 (27,7) |
| MKT-25.1 | 25 | KamAZ-55111 (6*4) | 21,7 (27,7) |
| MKT-25.2 | 25 | KamAZ-53215 (6*4) | 21,7 (27,7) |
| MKT-25.3 | 25 | KamAZ-53228 (6*6) | 21,7 (27,7) |
| MKT-25.4 | 25 | KamAZ-53229 (6*4) | 21,7 (27,7) |
| MKT-25.5 | 25 | Ural-4320 (6*6) | 21,7 (27,7) |
| MKT-25.6 | 25 | KrAZ-65101 (6*4) | 21,7 (27,7) |
| ICD-30 | 30 | KamAZ-53229 (6*4) | 21,7 (27,7) |
| MKGS-100.1 | 100 | Caterpillars | 22 (57) |
| MKGS-125.01 | 125 | Caterpillars | 22 (57) |
| MKT-250 | 250 | Caterpillars | 31 (73) |
| MKGS-300 | 300 | Caterpillars | 31 (73) |
- Truck cranes Uglichmash
Among the brands of Ivanovets truck cranes there is another name - Uglichmash. Crane devices are manufactured in Uglich by OJSC Uglichmash. The manufacturer's lineup is represented by only four KS truck cranes, all of which are designed for installation on a third-party vehicle chassis. The manufacturer produces cranes with medium lifting capacity from 14 to 20 tons.
| Truck crane brand Uglichmash | Load capacity, tons | Chassis (wheel arrangement) | Boom length (with extension), m |
| KS-3577-3 | 14 | MAZ-533702 (4*2) | 14 |
| KS-3577-3K | 16 | KamAZ-43253 (4*2) | 14 (21,5) |
| KS-45722 | 16 | MAZ-533702 (4*2) | 20,75 |
| KS-45722-1 | 16 | Ural 5557-1152-72E5 (6*6) | 20,75 |
| KS-45726 | 20 | KamAZ-43253 (4*2) | 14,2 (21,7) |
- Truck cranes Yurginets
Crane devices of the KS series are produced under the Yurginets brand of truck cranes, as well as machines of our own design that are unique in their characteristics. The manufacturer operates in the medium cargo segment and offers cranes with a lifting capacity of 16-25 tons. The company's line includes cranes with lattice booms up to 31 m long, as well as with three-section telescopic booms with a reach from 15 to 31 m.
| Yurginets brand truck crane | Load capacity, tons | Chassis (wheel arrangement) | Boom length (with extension), m |
| KS-4361 | 16 | Pneumatic chassis | 25,5 (31,5) |
| KS-4361A | 16 | Pneumatic chassis | 25,5 (31,5) |
| KS-45727 | 17 | MAZ-533702 (4*2) | 15 (22) |
| KS-45727-1 | 17 | KamAZ-43253 (4*2) | 15 (22) |
| KS-4372B, KS-4372V | 20 | Pneumatic chassis | 17,4 (30) |
| KS-4671 | 20 | Crawler tractor TT-4M-01 | 17,4 (30) |
| KS-45718 | 22 | Ural-55571 (6*6) | 25,5 (31,5) |
| KS-55722 | 25 | KamAZ-53228 (6*6) | 20 (27) |
| KS-55722-1 | 25 | Ural-55571 (6*6) | 20 (27) |
| KS-55722-2 | 25 | KamAZ-53215 (6*4) | 20 (27) |
| KS-55722-3 | 25 | KamAZ-43118 (6*6) | 20 (27) |
| KS-5671-1 | 25 | Crawler tractor TT-4M-01-01 | 20,5 (27,5) |
| KS-5871 | 25 | Pneumatic chassis | 20 (27) |
- Truck cranes Gazprom-Kran
refers to those brands of truck cranes that specialize exclusively in cranes of the KS series. The manufacturer operates in the medium and high cargo segments: load capacity varies between 16-160 tons. Medium-duty truck cranes are mostly designed for installation on chassis from other manufacturers, while cranes from 50 tons and above are self-propelled.
| Truck crane brand Gazprom-Crane | Load capacity, tons | Chassis (wheel arrangement) | Boom length (with extension), m |
| KS-4573 | 16 | KrAZ-250 (6*4) | 21,7 (30,7) |
| KS-5476 | 25 | MZKT-8006 (6*4) | 30,1 (37,25) |
| KS-55716-1 | 25 | Ural-4320 (6*6) | 21,5 (29) |
| KS-5476A | 32 | MZKT-8006 (6*4) | 30,1 (37,25) |
| KS-5576A | 32 | Ural-4320 (6*6) | 23 (30,15) |
| KS-5576B | 32 | MAZ-630303 (6*4) | 30,1 (37,25) |
| KS-6476 | 50 | MZKT-6923 (8*4) | 34 (48,5) |
| KS-6476A | 63 | MZKT-6923 (8*4) | 35,4 (50) |
| KS-7976 | 70 | MZKT-79081 (8*8) | 33,3 (55,3) |
| KS-7976A | 80 | MZKT-79081 (8*8) | 42 (56,5) |
| KS-10976 | 160 | MZKT-10976 (10*8) | 48 (78) |
- Mobile cranes Motovilikha
produces, perhaps, the most unusual example among the brands of KS truck cranes - the floating crawler crane KS-5771 with a lifting capacity of 25 tons. There are also more familiar models in the manufacturer’s line. By the way, all Motovilikha brand mobile cranes have a lifting capacity of 25 tons, and the boom radius varies between 21-36 m, taking into account the lattice superstructure.
| Mobile crane brand Motovilikha | Load capacity, tons | Chassis (wheel arrangement) | Boom length (with extension), m |
| KS-5477 | 25 | MZKT-8006 (6*4) | 21 (30) |
| KS-5477A | 25 | MZKT-8006 (6*4) | 23,3 (36,3) |
| KS-5579.1 | 25 | KamAZ-53228 (6*6) | 23,3 (36,3) |
| KS-5579.2 | 25 | KamAZ-53229 (6*4) | 23,3 (36,3) |
| KS-5579.3 | 25 | Ural-4320 (6*6) | 23,3 |
| KS-5771 | 25 | Transporter DT-30P "Vityaz" |
- Truck cranes Sokol
Under the Sokol brand, original truck cranes are produced, developed by the company, whose production facilities are located in Saratov. Some models of lifting equipment are installed on a third-party chassis, while some cranes come with factory equipment.
The main feature of truck cranes of this brand is that the manufacturer installs two axial piston pumps in the hydraulics of the crane device. This ensures a wide range of operating speeds and combination of lifting operations.
| Sokol brand truck crane | Load capacity, tons | Chassis (wheel arrangement) | Boom length (with extension), m |
| ST-2-2-40 | 40 | Pneumatic chassis | 30 |
| SKAT-40 (KS-6574) | 40 | KamAZ-6540 (8*4) | 26,2 (33,7) |
| MKAT-40 | 40 | KrAZ-250 (6*4) | 35 (49,5) |
| SKAT-50 (KS-6574S) | 50 | KamAZ-6540 (8*4) | 30,3 (39,3) |
| ST.3D | 60 | Pneumatic chassis | 45,9 |
| Sokol-80 | 80 | Caterpillars | 17,7 |
| Sokol-80.01 | 80 | Rail platform | 25 |
- Truck cranes Ivenergomash
Truck cranes of the Ivenergomash brand are produced by the company of the same name in Ivanovo. There are only two crane models in the manufacturer’s model range – both are installed on the MAZ-5337 automobile chassis. One of the truck cranes, KST-5AM1, is designed for work at power facilities under voltage up to 500 kV.
| Ivenergomash brand truck crane | Load capacity, tons | Chassis (wheel arrangement) | Boom length (with extension), m |
| KST-5AM1 | 5 | MAZ-533702 (4*2) | 8,8 |
| SMK-14 | 14 | MAZ-5337 (4*2) | 14,7 |
- Truck cranes Elazovets
The Elabuga Automobile Plant assembles truck cranes under the Elazovets brand. At the company’s production facilities, one model of crane unit is assembled - KS-55719E, which is installed on a KamAZ 55111 or 53228 chassis. The lifting capacity of both modifications is 32 tons, and the boom length is 23 m without a jib and 31 m with a jib.
- Krayan truck cranes
The manufacturer produces two models of truck cranes under the KS brand: KS-557Kr and KS-6473 with a lifting capacity of 30 and 50 tons, respectively.
| Krayan brand truck crane | Load capacity, tons | Chassis (wheel arrangement) | Boom length (with extension), m |
| KS-557Kr | 30 | KrAZ-65101 (6*4) | 27 (42) |
| KShT-50.01 (KS-6473) | 50 | MZKT-6923 (8*4) | 34,5 (50,5) |
- Mobile cranes Mashek
Belarusian Masheka cranes are in high demand in Russia due to the high quality of assembly and the use of modern, technological components. Truck cranes of this brand are assembled at. All models of crane installations, with the exception of one, are designed for installation on a MAZ, KamAZ or Ural vehicle chassis. The lifting capacity of Masheka brand truck cranes varies between 15-25 tons, and the boom length ranges from 20 to 30 m.
| Truck crane brand Masheka | Load capacity, tons | Chassis (wheel arrangement) | Boom length (with extension), m |
| KS-3579 | 15 | MAZ-533702 (4*2) | 20,75 |
| KS-45729A | 16 | MAZ-533702 (4*2) | 20,75 |
| KS-5479 | 25 | MZKT-8006 (6*4) | 30,1 |
| KS-55727 | 25 | KamAZ-53229 (6*4) | 28 |
| KS-55727-1 | 25 | MAZ-630303 (6*4) | 28 |
| KS-55727-2 | 25 | Ural-4320 (6*6) | 21,7 |
| KS-55727-3 | 25 | KamAZ-53228 (6*6) | 28 |
| KS-55727-4 | 25 | KamAZ-55111 (6*4) | 28 |
- Cranes Dneprokran
"Dnepropetrovsk Plant of Cranes and Mechanization Equipment" or "Dneprokran" develops and mass-produces crawler cranes. The company is the only manufacturer in the entire former CIS that still assembles MK-25.01 crawler cranes. In addition, Dneprokran produces various models of truck cranes, winches, rigging equipment, crane mechanisms, spare parts for tower cranes and much more.
Truck crane with electromechanical (electric) drive
Electrically driven equipment is a serious alternative to hydraulics. Machines include:
- vehicle chassis power plant;
- power take-off box;
- generator;
- electric motors powering the crane mechanisms.
The use of electric cranes greatly simplifies machine control and reduces reaction time to operator commands. The sequence and speed of work processes are automatically controlled. Boom rotation and load sensors promptly signal emergency situations.
The disadvantages of automation include a complex circuit that requires the participation of qualified specialists in case of breakdowns.
Advantages of renting truck cranes
The provision of special equipment with a certain type of device and the operation of a truck crane in specific conditions are closely interrelated. The correct choice of a lifting construction machine requires the ability to compare its capabilities with the list of required work.
Since we are talking about expensive transport, for many companies the optimal solution is to rent a crane from a reliable service provider rather than purchase it as property.
This provides at least 6 benefits.
- Savings on equipment maintenance and organizing long-term parking areas.
- The ability to order vehicles of various models to perform work that is relevant at the moment, without purchasing and maintaining an expensive fleet.
- Services of experienced crane operators with issued permits.
- Selection by specialists of equipment with optimal characteristics (load capacity, crane boom design).
- Large vehicle fleet with modern self-propelled cranes from various manufacturers.
- Guaranteed serviceability of machines at any time.
The fleet always has special equipment from the most reliable brands in the engineering industry: “Galichanin”, “Ivanovets”, Liebherr. The equipment is systematically inspected and has the necessary sets of technical documentation.
Special chassis. Difference from road
Automotive crane units with a lifting capacity of up to 50 tons can be installed on all-wheel drive or standard chassis of domestic MAZ, KAMAZ, KrAZ vehicles and foreign brands MERCEDES, FORD, MAN, SCANIA, DAF with wheel arrangements 4×4, 6×6, 6×4, 8× 4.
The choice of chassis depends on the weight, lifting capacity and type of crane installation.
For truck cranes with a lifting capacity of over 50 tons, special 6, 7, 8, 9-axle chassis with wheel arrangements of 10x8, 12x8, 12x12, 16x10 are used. This number of axles allows you to maintain stability and provide high maneuverability.
The main difference between a special type of chassis and a road chassis is the combined frame of the crane unit and the base vehicle. The design can significantly reduce and redistribute the loads from the crane installation onto the frame.
Such cranes have increased maneuverability. Their carrying capacity can range from 50 to 1000 tons or more, and the lifting height of cargo can reach 150 meters. The operation of the machines is controlled from the crane operator's cabin.
Such machines operate during the laying of pipelines in the oil and gas industries, the construction of hydroelectric power stations and thermal power plants, and the construction of bridges and railways.
Powerful equipment on a special chassis costs more than special vehicles on a standard chassis. Operation is also more expensive.
All-terrain crane on a special chassis.
Types of truck cranes by lifting capacity
If we talk about the types of truck cranes based on lifting capacity, the equipment is usually divided into four categories:
- Small class (up to 8 tons).
The eight-ton truck crane 8t210 was developed back in the 70s, but is still in service.
The model has an outdated lattice boom. Any operator can operate any type of truck cranes with a lifting capacity of up to 8 tons, since this requires a 4th (up to 6.3 tons) or 5th category. The machines themselves are compact in size, lightweight and maneuverable. Such truck cranes are used to perform the most basic operations and are used mostly by utility and repair services.
- Light class (up to 25 tons).
These machines are also compact and have low fuel consumption, but have a larger range of operations. The main areas of their application are repair work, laying utility networks, cargo transhipment, and construction.
- Middle class (up to 50 tons).
If we consider different types of truck cranes in terms of lifting capacity, then 25-ton cranes will probably be the most numerous class. Such machines are widely used by construction and logistics companies, utilities and road services. In Russia, the domestic medium-tonnage trucks “Ivanovets” and “Galichanin” have gained the greatest popularity.
- Heavy class (over 50 tons).
Each of the heavy types of truck cranes is an example of manufacturability and efficiency. In the design of such machines, manufacturers use numerous patented developments in an effort to increase the load capacity and reduce the overall weight of the machine.
- Super heavy class (from 150 tons).
This category includes real giants. The most prominent representatives of the super-heavy class are truck cranes from Liebherr, Zumlion, XCMG and others. By the way, the world's largest truck crane in terms of lifting capacity reaches 2000 tons.
Chassis manufacturers
The equipment is installed on cars of Russian and foreign manufacturers.
The main supplier of cargo equipment for domestic cranes is. Ivanovsky, Klintsovsky, Galichsky, Ulyanovsky and other plants install their installations on its base.
We install crane equipment on cars of Russian brands Ural, MAZ, GAZ.
Among foreign vehicles, cranes are installed on cars: Hyundai, Ford Cargo, Isuzu, MAN, Volvo, Scania, Mercedes.
Equipment with a lifting capacity from 35 to 1200 tons is mounted on special chassis. The frame is manufactured integrally with the crane platform and is equipped with retractable supports. The number of axles and wheel formulas depend on the load capacity. On many machines, all axles are driven and steered (except for the middle ones).
Types of truck cranes by chassis design
If we consider the types of truck cranes according to the characteristics of the vehicle chassis, we can distinguish two categories:
- on its own chassis;
- on a free chassis.
The first option has become widespread in other countries. For example, such popular types of truck cranes as Tadano, XCMG, Zoomlion, Grove, Krupp are mounted on the chassis directly at the factory. The only exception is, perhaps, Tadan, which in Russia can be found in tandem with chassis of other brands.
The version with a free automobile chassis has become widespread in the countries of the former CIS and, of course, in Russia. Therefore, almost all types of domestically assembled truck cranes fall into this category, including Ivanovets, Galichanin, Chelyabinets, Gazpromkran. They are installed in the vast majority of cases on medium-tonnage truck chassis. Such as MAZ, KamAZ, Ural, etc. Installation of cranes on vehicle chassis can be done both at the factory and after the truck has been put into operation. Refurbishment must be carried out by licensed companies. After re-equipment, the truck crane must be registered with Rostekhnadzor and the documents must be reissued with the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate.
