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There is more than one kind of crane. Each type is designed for different jobs and site conditions, and choosing the right type from the start helps the work stay safe, finish faster, and keep the budget under control. This article introduces the 6 main types of cranes used in construction and industrial work in Thailand, along with how to choose the right one before you decide to rent a crane.
Why You Should Know the Types of Cranes
Each type of crane has a different lifting capacity, maneuverability, and suitability for site conditions. Choosing the wrong type can mean the crane cannot enter the site, cannot reach the required radius, or costs more than necessary. Understanding the strengths of each type helps you communicate clearly with the provider and get the crane that best fits the job.
6 Types of Cranes Commonly Used in Construction and Industry
Although there are many kinds of cranes, the main ones commonly found and available for rent in Thailand are:
- Carry Deck / City Crane (4-wheel): Compact and highly maneuverable with a tight turning circle, ideal for lifting inside factories, buildings, or confined areas where larger cranes cannot go.
- Rough Terrain Crane (RT): A popular crane for outdoor work, designed to travel over rough ground or soft soil on construction sites. With capacities from tens up to a hundred tons, it is the go-to choice for general jobs.
- Truck Crane / All Terrain: Travels on the road at high speed and can easily move across provinces, setting up to lift quickly. Ideal for jobs that frequently change sites and need high lifting capacity.
- Crawler Crane: Uses crawler tracks instead of wheels, giving it high stability and enormous load capacity. Suited to extra-heavy lifting, high lifts, and jobs that stay on a large site for a long time, such as petrochemical work or mega-projects.
- Hiab (truck-mounted crane): Hauls and lifts in a single vehicle, economical and agile, ideal for lighter loads and short lifting reach. Read more in the article how a Hiab differs from a crane, or see our Hiab rental service.
- Tower Crane: A fixed-position crane for high-rise building construction, lifting materials to great heights over a wide radius. Commonly used on condominium or multi-storey building projects.
How to Choose the Right Type of Crane for Your Job
Before deciding on a crane type, consider these 3 key factors:
- Weight and size of the load: The heavier the load or the higher the lift, the greater the capacity required, and you should allow for extra radius (Working Radius) per the Load Chart for safety.
- Site conditions and access route: Firm ground or soft soil, narrow or wide lanes, and overhead obstructions all determine whether to use a 4-wheel, rough terrain, or crawler crane.
- Duration and budget: A short, one-off lift suits a Hiab or rough terrain crane, while long-term work stationed on site may be more cost-effective with a crawler or tower crane.
Conclusion
Knowing the types of cranes helps you choose the right tool for the job more accurately, in terms of safety, speed, and cost. If you are still unsure which crane type or tonnage your job needs, the Rangsan Crane engineering team is happy to advise and conduct a free on-site assessment to recommend the crane rental that best fits your work. Contact us anytime, 24 hours a day.