Crane Calculator
Use our crane calculator and instant price estimate below to receive a price range for your project
Price Estimate
Use our crane calculator above.
- This is based on a load radius chart, no account has been taken for the height of lift.
- No allowance for hook weight, or lifting gear deductions.
- This calculator is based on using a minimum main boom length of 20.0m
- Crane capacities will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer and information supplied is just a guide.
- Lifting capacities will vary with crane type (Truck Mounted or All Terrain)
1,957 customers have found a crane size estimate using our tool
On average our customers need a 80 ton capacity crane
The average load weight required is 16 tonnes
The average radius that needs to be covered is 23 metres
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Crane Calculator FAQs
What additional information do I need to provide to get an accurate price estimate?
To give an accurate price estimate along with the weight and radius of the lift, we will also need to know the following:
- The dimensions/size of the load
- Height of the lift
- Any any additional support or specialist equipment you will require
- Site access limitations
- Proximity to powerlines or other hazardous objects
If you are unsure of the above , you can always send through PDF drawings including site layout so we can make our own assessment. See our article on The Different Costs of Crane Hire for more information.
What size crane do I need?
There are a number of factors that may impact the size of the crane required for the lift. The weight to be lifted, the distance from the centre of the crane to the centre of the load, the maximum unloading position for the load and any obstacles that are between the crane and unloading points. Please try and summarise these items when completing the price estimate form or call our office on (03) 9311 1499 to discuss your options.
What type of crane do I need?
We have three main types of cranes:
- Mobile Cranes
- Franna Cranes
- Crawler Cranes
The type of crane you will need to hire depends on your lifting requirements and the characteristics of the worksite that must be considered in selecting the right crane.