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A 'Hiab' is the everyday name for a truck-mounted crane, a truck fitted with a hydraulic crane arm so it can haul and lift loads up and down in a single vehicle without calling a separate lifting truck. This is exactly what makes many people unsure whether they should rent a Hiab or rent a crane. This article lays it out clearly to help you pick the right type and save the most on your budget.
How a Hiab Works and Where It Excels
Because it is a truck with a built-in crane, the Hiab is ideal for 'haul + lift' jobs that move goods from one place to another. The standout points that make it popular include:
- Highly maneuverable, great for narrow lanes: the vehicle is much smaller than a crane, so it reaches urban job sites or confined areas with ease.
- Hauls and lifts in a single vehicle: saves both time and money, with no need to hire a truck and a lifting vehicle separately.
- Quick to set up and stow the crane arm: you can start work fast, ideal for straightforward lifting jobs that do not take long.
- More economical than a crane: for lighter loads and short lifting reach, a Hiab is usually more cost-effective.
How Many Hiab Rental Sizes Are There?
Hiabs are available for rent in several sizes to match your load weight and truck type:
- 6-wheel Hiab (about 5 - 6.5 tons): agile and suited to general construction-site deliveries and tight spaces.
- 10-wheel Hiab (about 7 - 10 tons): carries heavier loads, ideal for piles, slabs, pipes, or mid-sized machinery.
What Kinds of Jobs Suit a Hiab?
- Transporting and lifting piles, precast slabs, concrete pipes, and structural steel.
- Delivering construction materials to job sites in the city or down narrow lanes.
- Lifting small to medium machinery, containers, or water tanks.
- Relocation jobs that require both hauling and lifting at a single point, done in one trip.
Hiab vs Crane: Which Should You Choose?
The simple rule for choosing is to look at the weight, lifting reach, and height of the job:
- Choose a Hiab when the load is lighter (around 5-10 tons), you need to both haul and lift, the lifting reach is short, and the job site is in a lane or confined area.
- Choose a crane when the load is very heavy and you need to lift high or reach far, such as lifting heavy machinery, erecting steel structures, or working in industrial plants.
If you are still unsure, we recommend reading the articles on what size crane to rent and how crane rental fees are calculated, or call our team to help assess your job site.
Summary
A Hiab is an agile, cost-effective choice for hauling and lifting lighter loads in confined areas, while a crane suits heavy and high-lift work. Choosing the right type helps the job finish faster and saves your budget. If you want to rent a Hiab with a professional driver and a complete P.J.2 certificate, contact the Rangsan Crane team 24 hours a day. We are happy to assess your job site for free!