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Slew Crane Hire in Brisbane: Everything You Need to Know

Published 2 September 2022

Slew cranes are essential pieces of equipment for many construction and demolition jobs so it's important to choose a reputable company with years of experience when hiring one. In this blog post, we will discuss everything you need to know about slew crane hire in Brisbane!

What is a slew crane?

Slew cranes can be used for landscaping projects, tree removal, and other tasks that require precise lifting and maneuvering.

There are many different types of slew cranes, but the most common type is the hydraulic slewing crane. These cranes are used for many different purposes, including lifting heavy objects, moving them around construction sites, and even demolishing buildings.

There are many benefits of hiring a slew crane, but the most important benefit is that they can save you time and money. Slew cranes are very versatile pieces of equipment, so they can be used for many different tasks. Another benefit of hiring a slew crane is that they are very safe.

What size slew crane do I need?

The size of the crane you need will depend on the project you're working on. It's important to consult with an experienced professional before choosing a crane, as they will be able to advise you on the best size for your project.

Our slew crane sizes

2.5 TON MINI CRAWLER CRANE

A small compact crane, 760mm wide - this crane fits through doorways, most elevators, climbs stairs and has no tail swing. This crane has 9 meters of boom and is perfect for tight jobs, inside building works or hard to access areas.

8 TON – 10 TON COMPACT CITY CRANES

A 2 axle compact all-terrain crane. This crane will fit almost anywhere and is very quick to set up. With a massive 22 meters of main boom, it’s great for inner city townhouse and apartment developments.

13 TON – 16 TON COMPACT CITY CRANES

A 2 axle compact all terrain crane - with a massive 24 meters of main boom and 5.5m of fly jib, this crane is great for the inner city townhouse and apartment developments.

35 TON ALL TERRAIN CRANE

A two axle compact all terrain crane - this crane can handle rough terrain and fits in the tightest sites for its class. With 37 meters of main boom and 8 meters of fly, this crane is great for any job site.

30 TON TRUCK MOUNT CRANE

A 4 axle crane with 34 meters of main boom and 14.5 meters of extensions, no counterweights required and a great lifting chart.

55 TON ALL TERRAIN CRANE

A 3 axle all-terrain crane with a massive 50 meters of main boom and able to carry all its crane counterweights. This crane is quick and easy to set up, good for medium size lift.

80 TON ALL TERRAIN CRANE

A 4 axle all terrain crane - quick set up time and 50 meters of main boom. This crane is great for the heavy and radius lifts.

100 TON ALL TERRAIN CRANE

A 5 axle all terrain crane - this is a great all round lifter. With 50 meters of main boom and 33 of extension this crane will get most materials where they need to go.

150 TON ALL TERRAIN CRANE

A crane for the big lifts. This crane is the only one of its kind in Brisbane, the largest legal road registered crane without a dolly. Set up time is 40% quicker than other cranes in its class and requires no lay down area to store dolly onsite. 60 meters of main boom and 34 meters of extensions.

Choosing a slew crane hire company in Brisbane:

There are a few things you need to know before hiring a slew crane, but the most important thing is to make sure you're hiring a reputable company. You'll want to choose a company with years of experience and a good reputation. You should also make sure that the company you're hiring is insured and licensed.

We have only the most experienced and qualified crane operators and riggers working at Superior Crane Hire so get in touch with us today.

Written by the Superior Cranes team

Our crews have been lifting across Queensland and the Riverina since 2012. These guides share what we have learned on site.

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