When to Hire a 100-Tonne All-Terrain Crane?

Also known as mobile cranes, 100-tonne all-terrain cranes are one of the largest and most versatile crane types, combining high lifting capacity with the mobility to travel between sites and operate across challenging ground conditions. At Quinlan Cranes, we have 100-tonne all-terrain cranes available for hire for when and where your project needs them. 

But if you’re questioning whether an all-terrain crane is right for your project, there are several factors to consider beforehand. For more information about our all-terrain cranes, explore our dedicated crane hire page. 

Alternatively, contact our team, and we’ll be happy to help you determine whether a 100-tonne all-terrain crane is suitable for your project or whether a smaller crane would be a better fit. 

Six Signs Your Project Needs 100T Crane Hire

Unsure whether your project actually requires a 100-tonne all-terrain crane? These six signs can help you determine when 100T crane hire is more appropriate than a smaller alternative. 

For a quick indication, use our crane capacity calculator to get an estimate of your required capacity. 

Your load exceeds the capacity of a 60T crane at the required radius. 

Crane capacity decreases as the working radius increases, so a load that is within a crane’s headline capacity may not be achievable at the required distance. If the load is too heavy at the required working radius, you should consider a larger crane.

The lift requires a higher tip height. 

If you need to lift materials above a mid-rise building, you may need the additional reach provided by a 100-tonne crane. Greater tip height is also essential when placing heavy loads onto upper levels or over existing structures. 

The lift requires long reach over an obstruction. 

Live roadways and existing structures can require greater reach while maintaining safe load capacity. 

The site has unsealed access and requires road travel to reach it. 

If the crane must travel over unsealed ground before reaching the lifting area, an all-terrain crane can provide the mobility and site access needed for the job.. 

You have one heavy lift rather than multiple small lifts. 

For a single heavy lift, hiring a larger crane can provide the capacity needed to complete the lift safely and efficiently, as opposed to hiring a lower capacity crane for multiple smaller lifts. 

Your lift requires a jib

A jib can provide additional height and reach, but adding one can affect the crane’s available capacity and operating configuration. If the lift plan specifies a jib, check the required configuration before selecting your crane. 

Common Applications for 100 Tonne All-Terrain Crane Hire in Melbourne and Geelong 

All-terrain crane hire provides the capacity and mobility needed across a range of project applications, including: 

  • Commercial and high-rise construction
  • Precast panel installation
  • Structural steel erection
  • Roof plant installation
  • Tower crane erection
  • Civil infrastructure projects
  • Bridge beam installation
  • Culvert installation
  • Rail infrastructure
  • Energy and utilities projects
  • Transformer installation
  • Switchgear installation
  • Wind and solar component lifts
  • Heavy machinery relocation
  • Factory line moves
  • Press and boiler relocation
  • Plant maintenance works

Rough-Terrain Crane Hire for Melbourne and Geelong Urban Construction 

Servicing all of Victoria, Quinlan Cranes is the team to get in touch with. We’re able to service: 

  • Inner-city Melbourne projects
  • Established Melbourne suburbs
  • Growing residential areas around Geelong
  • Tight residential blocks
  • Commercial construction in built-up areas
  • Apartment and townhouse developments
  • Mixed-use developments
  • Industrial and warehouse sites
  • Urban infrastructure projects
  • Road and rail works
  • Restricted-access construction sites
  • Projects with limited setup space
  • Construction sites requiring lifts over existing buildings or obstacles

Explore all of our service areas here. 

Contact Quinlan Cranes for a Quote

Proudly serving Melbourne, Geelong, and all of Victoria, our extensive fleet of cranes is ready to meet your project requirements. With 24/7 availability, urgent hire options, ISO-accredited safety standards, and a team of experienced operators, you can rely on us to make your crane hire experience smooth and hassle-free.

Whether your project requires a mobile crane, franna crane, rough terrain crane, or truck-mounted crane, our experts can help you select the right equipment and provide professional, reliable service every step of the way.

To get started with a 100-tonne all-terrain crane hire quote, contact Quinlan Cranes on 03 8368 2800 and speak with our team today.