- All Terrain Crane Hire Cape Town is for heavy or long-reach lifts where the crane must drive to site on public roads and lift from a compact footprint.
- All terrain cranes combine road speed, all-wheel steering and high capacity.
- Compare quotes for the crane class your lift needs.
Load weight, lifting radius and lift height. That decides the crane class.
Get All Terrain Crane Quotes Or call 075 99 777 65What an All Terrain Crane Is
A multi-axle carrier with all-wheel drive and steering and a telescopic boom. It drives on public roads, steers into tight sites and sets up on outriggers. Larger models travel without counterweight, which follows on separate trucks and is fitted on site.
When to Use One
- Long radius or height. Rooftop plant on high buildings, or lifts over other structures.
- Heavy loads on firm ground. Transformers, machinery, precast.
- Short jobs. One or two days, where assembling a crawler crane would cost more than the lift.
- Tight urban sites. All-wheel and crab steering help in narrow streets.
All Terrain vs Other Cranes
| All terrain | Rough terrain | Crawler | Truck mounted | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Road travel | Yes, at highway speed | Slow, usually by lowbed | No, by lowbed in parts | Yes |
| Ground | Firm | Unpaved, uneven | Soft, with mats | Firm, paved |
| Setup | Hours for large models | Fast | Days | Fast |
| Best for | Heavy one-off lifts | Construction sites | Long projects | Light quick lifts |
All Terrain Crane Hire Cape Town Prices
| Crane class | Indicative rate (excl. VAT) |
|---|---|
| 40 - 60 t | R18,000 - R32,000 per day |
| 80 - 100 t | R32,000 - R60,000 per day |
| 130 - 220 t | R55,000 - R120,000 per day |
| 250 t and up | Project price, from about R150,000 per day |
| Counterweight trucks | R6,000 - R15,000 per truck |
| Jib fitting | Priced per job |
Indicative ranges, not a quotation. Cape Town 2026 guide prices, excluding VAT. Crane size, travel, site access, hours and crew all move the number. Only a written quote for your lift is binding.
Site Requirements
- Setup area. Room for the outriggers, plus space for counterweight trucks and any assist crane.
- Ground bearing. Services, basements and backfilled trenches must be identified.
- Access route. Turning circles, gradients and axle loads on private roads or bridges.
- Overhead lines. Clearance for the boom when it is raised and slewed.
Large all terrain cranes working in the CBD usually lift early on a Sunday under a City road closure, and wind limits apply on south-easter days. For smaller lifts, see Crane Hire Cape Town. Compare crane companies on Crane Hire Western Cape.
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Get QuotesAll Terrain Crane Hire Questions
What is an all terrain crane?
A mobile crane on a multi-axle carrier with all-wheel drive and steering. It travels by road like a truck and lifts heavy loads on firm ground.
How much does a 100 ton crane cost to hire?
Roughly R32,000 - R60,000 per day excluding VAT, plus counterweight transport and travel.
Why does an all terrain crane need extra trucks?
Large models must stay within road mass limits, so counterweight and equipment travel separately.
How much space does an all terrain crane need?
The outrigger footprint plus room to fit counterweight. Mid-size cranes can need the full width of a two-lane road.
Can an all terrain crane lift from the street?
Yes, with a City road usage permit, traffic control and firm ground under the outriggers.
Is an all terrain crane the same as a mobile crane?
It is one type of mobile crane. Others include truck mounted, rough terrain and crawler cranes.
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