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Crane Trucks for Sale and Hire in the UK

MV Commercial is one of the UK's largest suppliers of crane trucks for sale and hire. Our extensive stock includes rigid and articulated crane trucks fitted with leading crane manufacturers including HIAB, Palfinger, Fassi, Atlas and more, available from 7.5 tonnes through to 44 tonnes and beyond.

Our crane truck range includes rigid and articulated crane vehicles fitted with leading crane brands including HIAB, Palfinger, Cormach, Fassi, Atlas, PM and HMF. Available from 7.5 tonne urban delivery vehicles through to 18 tonne, 26 tonne, 32 tonne and 44 tonne specialist crane trucks, our vehicles are built for operators who need reliable lifting, loading and transport capability in one complete package.

Whether you need a single crane truck, a fleet of crane vehicles, a high-spec crane artic, a crane rigid, a crane-equipped plant truck, or a bespoke lifting solution built around your operation, MV Commercial can help.

We supply crane trucks across the UK for construction, builders’ merchants, utilities, infrastructure, plant hire, steel, timber, cabin transport, specialist haulage and lift-and-shift applications.

Explore our full range of crane artics, crane rigids, Ready to Go trucks, truck hire, truck finance and aftersales support.

 

 

What Is a Crane Truck?

A crane truck is a commercial vehicle fitted with a hydraulic loader crane, allowing the operator to load, transport and offload materials using the same vehicle.

Also known as lorry-mounted crane trucks, HIAB trucks or truck-mounted crane vehicles, these specialist trucks are ideal for businesses that need self-loading capability without relying on forklifts, telehandlers, mobile cranes or additional lifting equipment on site.

Crane trucks are commonly used to transport and place:

  • Building materials
  • Bricks and blocks
  • Timber packs
  • Steel beams and fabrications
  • Precast concrete products
  • Cabins and containers
  • Plant and machinery
  • Utilities equipment
  • Palletised goods
  • Roofing materials
  • Fencing materials
  • Specialist and awkward loads

For operators working on construction sites, customer premises, remote locations or restricted-access areas, a crane truck gives greater control over delivery, unloading and placement.

Crane Truck Configurations

MV Commercial supplies crane trucks in a wide range of configurations to suit different lifting, loading and transport requirements.

Our crane truck stock and build programmes include:

Chassis options include DAF, Scania, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, MAN and Renault.

Crane trucks can be specified with light-duty, medium-duty or heavy-lift cranes, depending on the required lifting capacity, outreach, payload, body type and operating environment.

Crane Trucks Built at Grantham

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Many MV Commercial crane trucks are built through our specialist manufacturing facilities in Grantham.

Our Grantham operation is at the heart of MV Commercial’s crane truck manufacturing capability, bringing together design, engineering, fabrication, assembly, crane installation, body building, painting, livery and final finishing under one operation.

This gives customers a major advantage. Instead of simply sourcing a truck and fitting equipment from multiple suppliers, MV Commercial can manage the build as a complete vehicle solution.

That means the chassis, crane, sub-chassis, body, stabilisers, hydraulics, safety systems, lighting, storage and finish are all considered together from the start.

Our Grantham site supports the build of:

  • Crane trucks
  • Crane artics
  • Crane rigids
  • Crane flatbeds
  • Crane plant trucks
  • Crane cheesewedges
  • Beavertail crane trucks
  • Bespoke lift-and-shift vehicles

By managing the build in-house, MV Commercial can improve specification control, build consistency, turnaround times and vehicle quality.

In-House Crane Truck Manufacturing

Crane trucks are complex working vehicles. The crane, body, chassis and sub-chassis must all work together safely and efficiently.

At MV Commercial, our in-house manufacturing capability allows us to design and build crane trucks around the job they are required to do. This is especially important for specialist applications where payload, lift capacity, stability, reach, access and body layout all matter.

Our in-house capabilities include:

  • Vehicle design
  • Engineering
  • Fabrication
  • Sub-chassis production
  • Body building
  • Crane installation
  • Hydraulic installation
  • Stabiliser integration
  • Electrical systems
  • Paint and finishing
  • Livery application
  • Lighting and safety equipment
  • Final preparation and inspection

The result is a purpose-built crane truck designed for real operating conditions, not a generic vehicle adapted after the fact.

Sub-Chassis Fabrication and Crane Installation

One of the most important parts of any crane truck build is the sub-chassis.

The sub-chassis provides the engineered structure that supports the crane and helps distribute load forces through the vehicle. It must be designed around the chassis, crane model, stabiliser layout, body type and intended application.

At Grantham, MV Commercial supports precision subframe fabrication and structural build work for crane vehicles. Advanced robotic fabrication systems are also used within the production process to improve repeatability, accuracy and consistency across key components.

Once the sub-chassis and body structure are prepared, the crane is installed and integrated with the vehicle’s hydraulic, stabiliser, control and safety systems.

This approach helps ensure each crane truck is built as one working system, with the correct balance of lifting performance, payload, stability and usability.

HIAB Crane Trucks

HIAB is one of the most recognised crane brands in the UK commercial vehicle market, and MV Commercial regularly supplies HIAB crane trucks for sale and hire.

HIAB crane trucks are popular across builders’ merchants, construction, infrastructure, utilities and haulage because they offer strong lifting capability, reliable operation and a wide range of capacities and outreach options.

HIAB-equipped crane trucks can be used for:

  • Building material deliveries
  • Brick and block transport
  • Timber and fencing deliveries
  • Steel and fabrication work
  • Plant and machinery movement
  • Utilities and infrastructure projects
  • Multi-drop site deliveries

If you are looking for a HIAB truck, MV Commercial can help match the right crane, chassis and body combination to your lifting requirements.

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Palfinger Crane Trucks

Palfinger cranes are widely used for specialist crane truck applications where precision, reach and lifting performance are important.

MV Commercial fits a wide range of Palfinger cranes across rigid and articulated vehicles, including small, medium and heavy-duty crane options. Palfinger crane trucks are commonly used by operators in construction, steel, precast concrete, plant transport, builders’ merchants and specialist haulage.

Palfinger crane trucks are suitable for:

  • Long-reach lifting
  • Precision placement
  • Heavy building materials
  • Steel and concrete products
  • Plant and machinery
  • Specialist transport work
  • Fly jib applications

MV Commercial also fits Palfinger Epsilon cranes on specialist grab vehicles, including tipper grabs, where durability and fast material handling are critical.

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Cormach Crane Trucks

MV Commercial is an official supplier and fitter of Cormach cranes in the UK, fitting small, medium and heavy-duty Cormach cranes across a wide range of vehicles.

Cormach crane trucks are popular for operators who need strength, stability and heavy-duty lifting performance. MV Commercial fits Cormach models including Serie 34000, Serie 45000, Serie 60000, Serie 75000 and Serie 95000 cranes, with fly jib options also available.

Cormach crane trucks are often specified for:

  • Heavy lifting
  • Specialist haulage
  • Plant movement
  • Cabin and container transport
  • Construction material delivery
  • Long-reach lifting
  • Lift-and-shift operations

For customers who need a heavy-duty crane truck with serious lifting ability, MV Commercial can build Cormach-equipped vehicles to suit the job.

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Fassi, Atlas, PM, HMF and Other Crane Options

Alongside HIAB, Palfinger and Cormach, MV Commercial also supplies crane trucks fitted with Fassi, Atlas, PM, HMF and other leading crane brands.

This manufacturer-independent approach means we can help you choose the right crane for your work rather than being tied to one brand or one specification.

When specifying a crane truck, our team can advise on:

  • Crane capacity
  • Maximum outreach
  • Hydraulic extensions
  • Fly jib options
  • Stabiliser layout
  • Crane weight
  • Payload impact
  • Body configuration
  • Remote control systems
  • Site access requirements
  • Maintenance and support

Whether you need a compact urban crane truck or a heavy-duty specialist lifting vehicle, MV Commercial can help build the right combination.

Crane Truck Hire

If buying outright is not the right option, MV Commercial offers flexible crane truck hire across the UK.

Crane truck hire is ideal for operators who need access to self-loading vehicles without the upfront cost of purchase. It is also a practical solution for short-term contracts, seasonal peaks, fleet replacement, project work and urgent capacity.

Crane truck hire can support:

  • Construction projects
  • Builders’ merchant deliveries
  • Utilities contracts
  • Infrastructure work
  • Plant hire operations
  • Specialist haulage
  • Fleet expansion
  • Replacement vehicle cover
  • New contract mobilisation

All hire vehicles are prepared for work and supported by MV Commercial’s nationwide service network.

Crane Trucks for Sale

For operators looking to invest in their own fleet, MV Commercial supplies new, used and late-registration crane trucks for sale.

Vehicles can be supplied from available stock, sourced to requirement or built in-house through our Grantham manufacturing facilities. This gives customers access to both fast-turnaround Ready to Go vehicles and bespoke crane truck builds.

Our crane trucks for sale can be configured with:

  • DAF, Scania, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, MAN or Renault chassis
  • HIAB, Palfinger, Cormach, Fassi, Atlas, PM or HMF cranes
  • Flatbed or dropside bodies
  • Brick grab bodies
  • Plant bodies
  • Beavertail or cheesewedge bodies
  • Fly jib options
  • Toolboxes and storage
  • Chain trays and load restraint
  • Lighting packages
  • Camera and safety systems
  • Full paint and livery

Finance, part exchange, rental and contract hire options are available to support flexible procurement.

Browse used trucks for sale, crane trucks and truck finance.

Ready to Go Crane Trucks

When lead times matter, MV Commercial’s Ready to Go trucks help operators source specialist vehicles quickly.

Our Ready to Go crane truck stock can include new, late-registration, ex-hire and used vehicles prepared for sale, hire or rent-to-buy.

Ready to Go crane trucks are ideal when you need to:

  • Replace a vehicle quickly
  • Start a new contract
  • Add fleet capacity
  • Avoid long factory lead times
  • Support seasonal demand
  • Trial a crane truck specification
  • Secure a specialist vehicle already in build

Speak to MV Commercial about current crane truck availability.

Crane Truck Finance

A crane truck is a major investment, but it can also be one of the most productive assets in your fleet.

Through MV Asset Finance, MV Commercial can help businesses fund new and used crane trucks while managing cash flow.

Finance options may include:

  • Hire purchase
  • Finance lease
  • Operating lease
  • Refinance options
  • Balloon payment structures
  • Seasonal payment profiles
  • Multi-vehicle funding

Truck finance can support new crane truck purchases, used crane truck purchases, fleet expansion, crane upgrades, replacement vehicles and contract mobilisation.

Industries We Support

MV Commercial crane trucks are used across a wide range of UK sectors.

Construction

Crane trucks are used to deliver and place building materials, steel, concrete products, timber, plant and site equipment.

Builders’ Merchants

Builders’ merchants use crane trucks for multi-drop deliveries of bricks, blocks, timber, roofing materials, bagged products and palletised goods.

Utilities and Infrastructure

Crane trucks support civil engineering, highways, telecoms, water, power and infrastructure projects where self-loading and precise placement are required.

Plant Hire

Plant hire businesses use crane trucks, beavertails and cheesewedges to transport, load and place machinery, cabins, containers and equipment.

Steel, Timber and Precast

Steel stockholders, timber suppliers and precast concrete manufacturers rely on crane trucks for safe handling of long, heavy and awkward loads.

Specialist Haulage

For operators carrying mixed or difficult loads, crane trucks provide transport and lifting capability in one vehicle.

Built for Safety and Compliance

Modern crane trucks must meet strict site, road and fleet requirements.

MV Commercial can supply crane trucks with safety and compliance equipment to support your operation, including:

  • Remote crane controls
  • Stabiliser systems
  • Camera systems
  • Side scan systems
  • Reverse cameras
  • Beacons and work lights
  • Chapter 8 markings
  • Fall protection
  • Load restraint equipment
  • Tool lockers
  • Chain storage
  • FORS and Crossrail equipment
  • Euro 6 and ULEZ-compliant chassis

The exact specification can be tailored around your chassis, crane, body type and working environment.

Aftersales and Crane Support

A crane truck needs the right support after delivery. MV Commercial provides nationwide aftersales support for specialist vehicles, including crane trucks, crane artics, crane rigids, tipper grabs, hookloaders, skip loaders and plant trucks.

Support can include:

  • Crane servicing
  • Hydraulic diagnostics
  • LOLER support
  • Electrical fault finding
  • Body repairs
  • Stabiliser checks
  • Remote control support
  • Workshop repairs
  • Mobile technician support
  • Parts support
  • Scheduled maintenance

With mobile mechanics and crane engineers operating across the UK, MV Commercial helps keep your vehicle working and your business moving.

Related Specialist Vehicles

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Why Choose MV Commercial?

Choose MV Commercial for:

  • New and used crane trucks for sale
  • Flexible crane truck hire and lease options
  • HIAB, Palfinger, Cormach, Fassi, Atlas, PM and HMF crane options
  • Rigid and articulated crane trucks
  • 7.5 tonne, 18 tonne, 26 tonne, 32 tonne and 44 tonne configurations
  • In-house crane truck manufacturing at Grantham
  • Sub-chassis fabrication and crane installation
  • Bespoke body building and engineering
  • Paint, livery, lighting and safety equipment
  • Ready to Go vehicle availability
  • Truck finance through MV Asset Finance
  • Nationwide aftersales and crane support

Whether you need a HIAB truck, Palfinger crane truck, Cormach crane truck, crane artic, crane rigid or bespoke lifting vehicle, MV Commercial can help you find, build, hire, finance and support the right truck.

Contact MV Commercial

Looking for a crane truck for sale, hire or lease?

Speak to MV Commercial today about our latest crane trucks, crane artics, crane rigids, Ready to Go trucks, truck hire, truck finance and aftersales support.

Searching crane truck for sale UK, HIAB lorry hire or truck-mounted crane sales? MV Commercial is the leading independent supplier of crane trucks for sale and hire in the UK, thanks to our large Ready to Go fleet, manufacturer independence, and large fabrication facilities. 

Enjoy More Options of Truck Mounted Cranes

We build high spec crane lorries for sale and hire, featuring cranes from all leading crane manufacturers, including Hiab, Palfinger, and Cormach, as well as occasionally PM, Fassi, and Effer. 
We build and fit a wide selection of fly jib cranes, as well as front stabiliser legs (NATO spec) to units, allowing maximum slew and lifting potential for your new crane lorry.

Our most popular crane manufacturers include: 

Our crane trucks for sale and hire come with a selection of additional safety, convenience, and style options. On the crane these options can include winches, additional hydraulic extensions, and additional warning lights, while the crane truck itself can be fitted with a range of options including additional toolboxes, Kelsa Bars, and livery options. 

Bespoke Crane Trucks for Sale

Can't find a crane truck for sale that matches an exact lifting spec, wheelbase, or outreach? We can build it for you. 

When our Ready-to-Go inventory can’t supply the perfect unit, MV Commercial’s engineers step in to design and build a bespoke crane truck for sale - crafted in our 64-acre, 550,000 sq ft manufacturing hub in Grantham, Lincolnshire. We laser-cut sub-frames, fabricate custom bodies, including beavertail, brick-grab, cheesewedge or plant bodies, and integrate your choice of HIAB, Palfinger, Cormach, PM, Fassi or Effer crane onto your new truck. The result is a purpose-built, certified truck-mounted crane for sale that’s weight-optimised, painted in your livery, and ready to earn from day one.

Need extras? 

We’ll add fly-jibs, NATO front legs, radio remotes, winches, Kelsa lightbars or telematics. Because MV Commercial is manufacturer-agnostic and finance-flexible, you can pair DAF, Volvo, Scania or Mercedes chassis with hire-purchase, lease or contract-hire plans to suit your timeline. In short, if you can imagine the custom crane truck for sale in the UK, our Grantham team can build it—then keep it earning with nationwide 24/7 rapid-response support and a vast parts inventory.

MV Commercial: lifting British businesses higher with the UK’s most complete range of crane trucks for sale, hire and lease - ready to work when you are.