Difference Between A Franna Crane And An All-Terrain Crane

AMAC Cranes • May 10, 2022
A Crane Is Lifting a Large Concrete Box Into the Air — AMAC Cranes in Coolum Beach, QLD

 

 Looking for crane hire? Unsure which is the best crane to choose? Here at AMAC Cranes, you can hire a franna crane or an all-terrain crane, so to help you decide, find out what franna cranes and all-terrain cranes are, their advantages and the key differences between them below.

 

What Is A Franna Crane?

A franna crane is a mobile crane that is suitable for operation on hard, flat surfaces as well as softer, more slanted surfaces. Predominantly used in agricultural work and civil engineering jobs, franna cranes are becoming an increasingly popular choice.

What Are The Advantages Of Franna Cranes?

  • Ease of transportation: Franna cranes are great for transporting materials and equipment across a working construction site, which reduces the necessity for extra transportation vehicles.
  • Road-legal: Franna cranes are road-legal, meaning that they can be used to transport heavy loads on the road without issue.
  • Reduce costs: A franna crane can help to significantly reduce the cost of hiring other pieces of equipment due to its functionality. 

What Is An All-Terrain Crane?

 As its name suggests, an all-terrain crane  is a crane that is specially built to be used across different kinds of terrain. Terrains that all-terrain cranes are suitable for include unlevel landscapes, muddy landscapes, uneven roads and more. All-terrain cranes are suitable for transport on and off-road, making them extremely valuable for cross-terrain journeys and work. Their excellent manoeuvrability makes them suitable for all weather conditions too.

What Are The Advantages Of All-Terrain Cranes?

  • Mobility: All-terrain cranes have excellent mobility mean ing that they are easy to use and operate across a range of environments.
  • Sustainability: All-terrain cranes operate using engines that signific antly reduce energy consumption, which results in reduced operating costs.
  • Lifting: All-terrain cranes have a great lifting capacity, ranging between 60 tons and 450 tons, all of which can be lifted to varying heights. 

What Are The Key Differences Between Franna Cranes And All-Terrain Cranes?

 When choosing between a franna crane and an all-terrain crane, the main thing to consider is the specific requirements of your job. For example, if the job you are working on requires a lifting crane that can handle heavy loads, without the necessity of road access or travel, we would strongly recommend hiring an all-terrain crane. On the other hand, if you're looking for a crane that can be used to taxi materials across a construction site, lift with ease and be able to travel on the road, a franna crane is the best option for you.
 
If you are looking to hire an all-terrain crane  or a franna crane  for a job you need to complete, look no further than our team at AMAC Cranes. Servicing the Sunshine Coast as well as Noosa, Maroochydore, Coolum Beach and Caloundra, you can contact us directly via our website or call us on 0400 262 622 for more information about our crane hire services.