Pick & carry cranes
Franna crane hire
Franna cranes drive to site on their own wheels, set up in minutes and carry the load to where it needs to go. Our Frannas run from 20 to 40 tonnes, supplied with an experienced operator, from Brisbane and Wagga Wagga.
20-40 T
Capacity range
7
Frannas in the fleet
24/7
Bookings and lifts
Franna crane hire
Why a Franna?
A Franna is an articulated pick-and-carry crane. It steers through the middle, so it turns tight, and it can lift and drive with the load at the same time. For most site work there are no outriggers to set, which means less time setting up and less space taken.
That makes a Franna the fastest way to unload trucks, place steel and precast, move plant around a yard or work along a long site. When the job needs more reach or more capacity at radius, we will tell you and send a slew crane instead.
At a glance
Franna crane hire
Sizes20, 25 and 40 t
ModelsTerex AT20, MAC 25, AT40
OperatorAlways included
DepotsBrisbane, Wagga Wagga
Hours24/7
Phone(07) 3184 0978
The cranes
Pick your crane
Every crane is supplied with an operator and has its load chart one click away.
20T
1 in fleet | BNE
Nimble 20 t Franna for steel, plant and materials around busy sites.
Pick & carry2 axles
25T
1 in fleet | BNE
Super-lift version of the MAC 25 with stronger capacity at radius.
Pick & carry (super lift)2 axles
25T
4 in fleet | BNE + WGA
Australia's favourite site crane. Drives in, picks up and walks the load where it needs to go.
Pick & carry2 axles
40T
1 in fleet | WGA
The big Franna. 40 t of pick-and-carry capacity for precast, plant and heavy steel.
Pick & carry3 axles
Typical work
What we lift
Unloading and placing
Steel, precast, pipes, containers and pallets off trucks and into position.
Plant and machinery
Moving machines around factories, yards and shutdown sites.
Building sites
Roof sheeting, trusses, frames and materials on builds of every size.
Civil works
Culverts, pits, barriers and pipe laying along the job.
Rail
Sleepers, rail and plant for corridor works, with RIW-accredited crews.
Night and urgent work
Retail and roadside lifts outside trading hours.
How it works
From call to lift
01
Tell us about the lift
Call or send the load weight, size, lift height and site address. Photos help.
02
We plan it
We pick the right crane and crew, check access and ground, and prepare the lift plan and SWMS.
03
We arrive ready
Crane, crew, rigging gear and paperwork on site at the agreed time, day or night.
04
Lift and sign off
The job done right, done safely and done on time. Then we pack up and leave a clean site.
Questions
Common questions
How much can a 25 tonne Franna actually lift?
A 25 t Franna lifts its full rating only close in, with the boom short and the load straight ahead. Capacity drops as the boom extends and the load moves out or to the side. Send us the weight and distance and we will check it against the load chart for you. Our guide Can a 25T Franna actually lift 25 tonnes? explains why.
Do your Frannas come with an operator?
Yes. Every Franna is wet hired with one of our own experienced operators. We can add doggers or riggers when the lift needs them.
What is the difference between a Franna and a slew crane?
A Franna is built to pick up and carry, and is quick to set up. A slew crane sets up on outriggers and rotates its boom through 360 degrees, which gives far more reach and capacity at radius. See Franna vs slew crane.
Can I see the load charts?
Yes. Each Franna has its load chart on its fleet page, and we are happy to talk you through it.
Do you hire Frannas outside Brisbane?
Yes. We work across South East Queensland, including Logan, Ipswich, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast, and our Wagga Wagga depot covers the Riverina.
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Guides
Read before you hire
Cranes explained
The Difference between Franna and Slew Cranes: Which One is Right for You? Do you need a crane for your next job? If so, you may be wondering if a...
2 min read
Cranes explained
While most 25T Franna cranes are designed with an overall lifting capacity of up to 25 tonnes, there can be some variations between models that...
3 min read
Safety & lift planning
In the dynamic world of construction, efficiency and adaptability are paramount. One remarkable solution that has revolutionised material handling on...
2 min read
Let’s talk about your next project
Ready to lift 24/7
Brisbane | QLD
(07) 3184 0978
324 New Cleveland Rd, Tingalpa QLD 4173
Wagga Wagga | NSW
(02) 6925 2556
35-39 Copland St, Kooringal NSW 2650