How Much Does An Overhead Crane Cost?

Meta Description: Are you in the market for an overhead crane? We explain overhead crane costs and the factors that affect them.

An overhead crane is a big investment and you want to be sure you’re getting a good deal before money changes hands. Knowing the price will help you compare suppliers and see the value we offer at KRC. So, how much does an overhead crane cost and what affects this price? 

How Much Does An Overhead Crane Cost?

An overhead crane can cost less than $10,000 for a manual 3 ton overhead crane or over $100,000 for a 50 ton overhead crane. Even when they look the same, crane specifications vary significantly and their pricing can be very dynamic.

For example, we offer several 10T overhead crane options including double-beam cranes. Our 10T double beam bridge crane cost is higher than the single beam option with the same capacity because it can handle heavy-duty use. Dynamic pricing helps us to configure your crane system for the best performance and lowers the risk of early equipment failure.

Factors Affecting Overhead Crane Cost

Our overhead crane costs are determined by multiple factors but some have a more significant impact on the pricing.

Load Capacity

The load capacity or maximum rated load is the heaviest load the crane should lift while in a specific configuration. Cranes with higher load capacities like our 360-ton CR-9 require stronger materials and heavy duty parts which are more expensive. This makes their price higher than that of other cranes of the same model with lower capacities.

Type of Crane

Overhead bridge cranes are available with a wide range of features customized to meet your needs. You have the option of choosing cranes with one or two beams or making certain features manual or powered. As a result, cranes can have different capacities and functions. 

At KRC Crane Systems, we offer these different crane types because some overhead cranes work better than others in certain applications. For example, double beam bridge cranes cost more but are the better choice in large tonnage lifting applications.

Duty Cycle

Duty cycle refers to how frequently a crane is used and at what percentage of its load limit. Our experts use this information to determine the best crane for your use case. For example, our ZLK overhead cranes are recommended to manufacturers and construction companies because they are designed to handle the duty cycles in these applications.

We use higher grade metals and alloys and heavy duty parts to ensure overhead cranes that will experience extreme duty cycles remain reliable. This can contribute to their cost.

Installation Environment

Your overhead crane’s life can be shortened in some settings. This is why we insist on using special coatings and heavy duty parts for customers who plan on using KRC overhead cranes in harsh environments. This can increase the cost but it helps you avoid expensive repairs later.

Overhead cranes used in climate-controlled areas usually cost less than those used in hot, dusty, or humid areas. Cranes for outdoor use are also likely to cost more.

Additional Overhead Crane Costs to Consider

Purchasing an overhead crane comes with other expenses but our policy of transparency ensures you don’t get blindsided by these extra costs.Therefore, you should be aware that purchasing any overhead crane may come with additional costs such as:

• • Installation costs: Installing an overhead crane is a big project that requires time, trained personnel and special equipment. We have an experienced team that is specifically trained for this. Ask about this service when you call for your quote.
  • Freight/Shipping: This is the cost of transporting the crane from us to you. 
  • Testing costs: All KRC Cranes are tested before they leave our factory but you may be required to conduct further tests after installation. These extra tests are done for validation purposes and to ensure the equipment is properly calibrated before use.

KRC Crane Systems: Overhead Cranes For Every Budget

At KRC Systems, we believe in matching your needs with the right products so you get maximum value for your money. Our overhead cranes are developed using German technology so you can enjoy reliable performance at a cost effective rate.

Our support team is available to answer any questions whether you want to know what the 50 ton overhead crane price is or which bridge crane configuration is right for your applications. You can also make arrangements for installation using our professional team.