Spider Crane Hire Melbourne

Tight access lifting specialists for residential, commercial and site work across Melbourne. If a standard mobile crane cannot fit, a spider crane can. Send your lift plan, photos, and site address and we will confirm access, setup, and the safest lift method.

Spider crane hire in Melbourne for tight access jobs

A spider crane (which is also called a small crane) is designed for sites where space and ground conditions make lifting difficult. It can work in courtyards, driveways, basements and inner city sites where larger cranes cannot set up safely due to machine size.

Why clients choose to book spider crane hire

There are multiple reasons why clients will need a spider crane at their sites, and are typically based on the following reasons:

— Narrow access and limited setup space

— Uneven ground, soft land and restricted loading area

— Need precise control to place structural items

— Indoor lifts where noise and clearance are an issue

Equipment, capability, and site requirements

Our small spider crane is built for tight access lifting across Melbourne. It’s compact for narrow sites, capable of controlled placement on glazing, steel, and roof truss lifts. All lifting capacities are confirmed by load chart, radius, and configuration.

Equipment capability (overview)

— Max capacity: up to 3,200 kg (3.2t)

— Boom length: 2.6 m to 10.3 m, with 360° slewing for positioning

— Compact transport width: approx. 760 mm (closed tracks)

— Max wind speed (working conditions): 13.8 m/s

— Low ground pressure (track load): around 0.68 kg/cm² (config dependent)

Special Feature

CAN PASS THROUGH SMALL SPACES

With its compact size, it can easily pass through narrow passages and stairwells. It is suitable for construction sites and warehouses with limited space. It is easy to operate, safe and reliable.

Jobs we can handle across Melbourne

Glass lifting and installation

Our glass lifting crane service is ideal for glass panel lifting where access is tight and placement must be precise. We will confirm access, setup footprint and path width to ensure the best operation strategy. Send glass size, weight and loading position for a fast quote.

Steel beams and Pipes lifting

We provide crane lifting steel beams services on restricted sites where controlled placement matters. We will plan pick radius, swing clearance and landing zone to keep the lift safe and efficient.

Roof trusses lifting

Our crane lifting roof truss servies need a clear sequence and accurate placement. Our small crane setup suits narrow blocks and tight build sites. Send us your truss schedule, roof height and site photo for a quick quote.