CAT CLASS: HQ-10164

Up to 9 ton Carry Deck Crane

Up to 9 ton carry deck cranes are compact, self-propelled industrial cranes designed to drive around plant floors and confined spaces with loads riding on the deck. These machines combine a hydraulic boom crane with a load-carrying platform, enabling millwrights and maintenance crews to pick, transport, and set equipment within a facility. This is the smallest rung on the carry deck crane ladder, below 9–15 ton models.

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Choisissez une classe de taille — la capacité et la portée varient selon la gamme.

Spécifications clés

Spécification	Plage typique	Signification
Lifting capacity	2–8 ton	Maximum load the crane can lift and carry on its deck
Max reach	15–19 ft (4.6–5.8 m)	Horizontal distance the boom can extend from the chassis centerline
Deck space	Platform for carrying loads while traveling	Integrated deck allows driving with the load secured rather than rigging for every move
Maneuverability	Compact footprint for plant-floor navigation	Four-wheel steering and tight turning radius enable work in congested industrial environments

Comment choisir

Up to 9 ton carry deck cranes suit routine plant maintenance, machinery relocation, and equipment installation where loads remain under 8 tons and working radius stays within 19 feet. These machines excel in confined indoor spaces—production floors, pump rooms, mechanical areas—where driving short distances with the load on deck eliminates repeated rigging. For heavier process equipment, transformers, or structural steel exceeding 8 tons, the 9–15 ton Carry Deck Crane class provides greater capacity and reach. Plants with predominantly light mechanical work—motors, gearboxes, small pumps—often find this smallest class sufficient for daily tasks.

Ce que cette taille peut gérer

Replacing HVAC units on manufacturing plant mezzanines
Installing motors and gearboxes in confined mechanical rooms
Relocating machine tools and assembly equipment across factory floors
Servicing pumps and compressors in petrochemical facilities
Setting small transformers and electrical switchgear
Positioning process tanks and vessels in food-processing plants

Sécurité et opération

Load charts specify capacity at each boom angle and extension; capacity decreases significantly as reach increases
Operators must verify deck load is secured before traveling to prevent shifting during movement
Four-wheel steering requires operator training to avoid tail-swing and tracking errors in tight spaces
Overhead clearance and electrical hazard awareness critical in industrial environments with utilities and structures

Transport et logistique

Typically self-propels onto standard flatbed or step-deck trailers without special permits
Compact dimensions allow transport on single-axle equipment trailers for local moves
Most units remain under 15,000 lb operating weight, simplifying logistics

Alimentation

Diesel engines power both travel and hydraulic lifting functions
Onboard fuel tanks support full-shift operation without refueling for typical plant-floor work
No external electrical supply required; self-contained power system

Questions fréquentes

What distinguishes a carry deck crane from a rough-terrain or truck crane?

Carry deck cranes integrate a platform that holds the load while the machine drives, eliminating the need to rig and de-rig for short moves. This design suits plant-floor work where loads travel frequently between positions. Rough-terrain and truck cranes lift and set but do not carry loads on deck while traveling.

How does boom reach affect lifting capacity in this size class?

Maximum capacity applies only at minimum boom extension and radius. As the boom extends toward the 15–19 ft maximum reach, capacity drops substantially—often to 25–40% of rated capacity. Operators consult the load chart for each specific configuration before lifting.

Can carry deck cranes in this class work outdoors?

Yes, though they are optimized for smooth, level surfaces typical of industrial floors. Outdoor use on prepared surfaces—concrete pads, asphalt—is common, but rough or soft terrain exceeds the design envelope. For unimproved sites, rough-terrain cranes are better suited.

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Modèle	Capacité de levage	Portée max
Broderson IC-20	4,409 lb (2 t)	15 ft (4.6 m)
Broderson IC-35	8,818 lb (4 t)	19 ft (5.8 m)
Broderson IC-40	8,818 lb (4 t)	19 ft (5.8 m)
Manitex 25E	4,409 lb (2 t)	15 ft (4.6 m)