Van & Lorry Cranes
Shop at LES - Lifting Equipment Store for your best priced, quality van & lorry cranes. Designed for efficient loading and unloading of heavy loads on vehicles, these cranes offer durability, flexibility, and ease of use. Trust us for competitive pricing, rapid delivery, and unrivalled service.
VAN & LORRY CRANES IN A NUTSHELL
Also known as a van-mounted or truck-mounted crane, these are a type of mobile crane that is mounted on the chassis of your van or truck.
Designed to be easily transported and accessible, across a wide range of sites, they are highly mobile and exceptionally versatile. Typically, these cranes are mounted on the bed of the van, allowing it to be driven to any location and enabling quick set-up of your lifting and hoisting operations.
Commonly utilised in construction and maintenance operations, where the need for heavy lifting is often prevalent, van-mounted cranes are especially useful in situations where a permanent crane installation is not practical or cost-effective.
Van/Lorry Cranes boast a compact profile, and are capable of reaching various heights and distances, with lifting capacities varying depending on model. May variants feature telescoping booms, hydraulic controls, and stabilisers for enhanced safety and efficiency during you lifting operations.
Van/Lorry Crane FAQs
Yes, many cranes can be retrofitted to suitable vans or lorries, provided the vehicle meets the required specifications for weight capacity, mounting space, and stability.
A van crane is typically smaller and designed for lighter loads and tighter spaces, while a lorry crane (often called a truck-mounted crane or HIAB) handles heavier loads and offers higher lifting capacities.
Industries such as construction, utilities, logistics, tree surgery, and vehicle recovery frequently use these cranes for material handling and equipment transport.
Lorry cranes should be inspected every 12 months under LOLER regulations, with regular maintenance checks depending on usage frequency and manufacturer guidelines.