Welcome to Maeda Mini Cranes
A range of cranes, some narrow enough to fit through a standard doorway, powerful enough to
lift up to 6 tons in weight. Cranes allowing you to work safely both indoors and outdoors with
a choice of power sources. A wide array of below the hook accessories including vacuum lifters
for glass handling and cladding. Remote control operation comes as standard on all our MC series
mini cranes.
MC104
MC174
MC285
MC305-2
MC405
LC785B
LC1385B
Lift
Capacity
Lift
Height
Engine
Dimensions
Weight
0.995t
1.72t
2.82t
2.98t
3.83t
4.9t
6.0t
5.5m
5.5m
8.7m
12.52m
16.8m
16.35m
16.70m
Electric
Petrol, LPG or Electric
Diesel/Electric
Diesel/Electric
Diesel/Electric
Diesel
Diesel
2160x600x1305mm
2000x590x1300mm
2715x750x1440mm
4285x1280x1695mm
4980x1380x1980mm
5020x2350x2685mm
6545x2490x2965mm
1050kg
1290kg
1770kg
3900kg
5600kg
10250kg
15640kg
The Kranlyft Group
Formed in the early 1960's, the Kranlyft Group has built a first class reputation for delivering top
quality equipment backed by fast response service throughout Europe and the Middle East.
Working closely with our customers means we offer the highest standards of support, both in
machine selection and after-sales.
The group is the European master distributor for the ground breaking Maeda Mini Crawler Crane
range and also supports Kato Mobile Crane users through an unrivalled parts and service network.
With its roots firmly planted in the crane industry, Kranlyft has represented Japanese crane
manufacturers for almost half a century.
A wide ranging distributor network enables the group to sell and service literally thousands of
cranes throughout Europe, Russia and the Middle East.
Introducing Maeda
Maeda is one of the largest construction and equipment manufacturing companies in Japan.
Looking to satisfy a demand that had been identified, they founded Maeda Seisakusho Co. Ltd.
to manufacture a range of specialist construction equipment including mini crawler cranes in
cooperation with Komatsu and Tadano. Other companies followed their lead and today the
world market is dominated by two manufacturers, of which Maeda is by far the largest.
Approximate shares of the world market:
Maeda
Unic
Others
70-75%
20-25%
5%
Who Uses Maeda Mini Cranes?
• Steelworks
• Railways
• Foundries
• Boatyards
• Construction companies
• Aero industry
• Industrial maintenance companies
• Roofing contractors
• Glazing and cladding installation companies
• Public utilities (electricity, gas, etc.)
• Petro-chemical plants
• Cemeteries
• Power stations
• Forestry
• Mechanical workshops
• Paper mills
• Civil engineers
• Plant rental companies
• Steel erectors
• And many others ……
Benefits for the Maeda Customer:
•Internal lifting is no longer a problem as Maeda cranes are available with electric or
LPG power
•Environmentally friendly, zero emissions with the electric motor
•Safe lifting is now possible in confined or restricted access areas
•Maeda Mini Crawler cranes are easy to position close to loads which could only
previously be handled by a much larger and more expensive crane
•Lifting from as much as 103.5 metres below machine level is possible
•Depending on local regulations, the operator might not need a crane licence
•The customer saves time and money if he can avoid having to construct specialised
lifting systems or hire expensive cranes
•Staff are not expected to lift excessive weights which might contravene manual
handling regulations
Benefits for the Rental Company:
•Ability to offer customers a complete solution instead of contracting out work to another
company to undertake the lifting
•Ability to get involved in projects at an earlier stage
•At competitive hire rates, pay-back time is very short
•As the crane is often used on internal applications the working-life of the crane is extended
•Because of the crane’s versatility, users often finish ahead of schedule thus reducing costs
•Once on site, new applications become apparent therefore generating more work
•Complicated jobs can be completed more easily and quickly
Easy to Transport:
•Maeda cranes are easy to transport to and around sites
•The MC104, MC174 and MC285 can be towed on a trailer behind a car
•Gradeability up to 23% makes loading and unloading easy
MC104 Mini Crawler Crane
The entry crane in our range, with a slim body only 600 mm wide, the MC104 fits through a
standard doorway allowing access to areas previously inaccessible to standard cranes.
The MC104 is powered by an electric motor which operates from any standard 3 phase
electric source.
Highly manoeuverable with increased stability and low ground pressure, the MC104 comes
with optional white rubber tracks and has a lifting bracket for easy lifting by secondary crane
or helicopter.
Entirely new hydrostatic transmission, pentagonal-shaped,
automatic 4-stage telescopic boom and hand-held remote
control (optional radio remote available) complete the package.
Capacity:
Max working radius:
Max lifting height:
Dimensions:
Weight:
995kg @ 1.1m
5.1m @ 200kg
5.5m @ 650kg
2160 x 600 x 1305mm
1,050kg
MC174 Mini Crawler Crane
The MC174 is the smallest crane in our range and sets the standard for all other mini cranes,
a super slim width of only 590 mm wide combined with its 1.72 ton lifting capacity make it
absolutely unparalleled. A Programmable Moment Limiter ensures this crane is the safest in
its class. A petrol unit, it is available with electric power pack or LPG options.
Highly manoeuverable with increased stability and low ground pressure, the MC174 comes
with optional white rubber tracks and has a lifting bracket for easy lifting by secondary crane
or helicopter.
Entirely new hydrostatic transmission, pentagonal-shaped,
automatic 4-stage telescopic boom and hand-held remote
control (optional radio remote available) coupled with
unrivalled build quality and usability ensure this crane
stands out from the competition.
Capacity:
Max working radius:
Max lifting height:
Dimensions:
Weight:
1,720kg @ 1m
5.17m @ 220kg
5.5m @ 770kg
2000 x 590 x 1300mm
1,290kg
MC285 Mini Crawler Crane
The most popular model in our range, the MC285 measures just 750mm wide when stowed
yet boasts a massive 2.82 ton lifting capacity. Hand-held remote control comes as standard
with the option of radio remote control if required.
Moment limiter with restricted area mode comes as standard along with hydrostatic
transmission and stepless forward and reverse. An audible instability alarm operates when
the crane is more than 3° from level or 15° degrees when travelling.
The MC285 is fully equipped with a specially designed track system
for easier manoeuvring and a powerful winch with disc brake
suitable for continuous use. A fully automatic high tensile
steel 5-stage telescopic pentagonal box section boom minimises
side deflection.
Capacity:
Max working radius:
Max lifting height:
Dimensions:
Weight:
2,820kg @ 1.4m
8.205m @ 150kg
8.7m @ 550kg
3360 x 750 x 1440mm
1,770kg (diesel)
1,950kg (diesel/electric)
MC305-2 Mini Crawler Crane
The MC305-2 is the first of the ’ride on’ mini cranes and comes with hi-lo variable speed and
a moment limiter with restricted area mode. Centralised outrigger controls allow you to
extend outriggers and level the crane and an automatic hook stowage system removes the
need to anchor the hook during travel.
The machine can be easily broken down into five units (each weighing less than 1,000kg) and
can then be quickly reassembled on site.
A fully automatic high tensile steel 5-stage telescopic pentagonal
box section boom minimises side deflection and hand-held cable
remote controls come as standard with optional radio remote.
Capacity:
Max working radius:
Max lifting height:
Dimensions:
Weight:
2,980kg @ 2.5m
12.16m @ 260kg
12.52m @ 790kg
4285 x 1280 x 1695mm
3,900kg (diesel)
4,040kg (diesel/electric)
MC405 Mini Crawler Crane
The MC405 is the most powerful of the Maeda Mini Crane range with an outstanding 3.83
tons of lifting capacity. This fantastic model also has a pick and carry duty of up to 500kg.
Features that come as standard include variable (hi/lo) travel speeds, programmable moment
limiter, hydrostatic transmission, centralised controls, automatic hook stowage system, tilt
sensor/alarm, powerful two speed winch and a hydraulic disc brake.
A fully automatic high tensile steel 5-stage telescopic pentagonal
box section boom minimises side deflection and hand-held cable
remote controls come as standard with optional radio remote.
Capacity:
Max working radius:
Max lifting height:
Optional Fly Jib:
Pick and Carry:
Dimensions:
Weight:
3,830kg x 2.7m
16m x 210kg
16.8m x 1130kg
20.7m @ 520kg
500kg
4980 x 1380 x 1980mm
5,600kg (diesel)
5,750kg (diesel/electric)
LC785B Crawler Crane
The Maeda crawler crane range begins with the LC785B, boasting a monstrous 4.9 tons
lifting capacity whilst using no outriggers. An optional fly-jib completes the package.
Features include a five stage boom - the longest in its class, virtually zero tail swing, onetouch wide opening engine cover, two speed hi/lo winch, derrick cylinder guard to prevent
accidental damage and front blade.
The well-insulated and ergonomically designed cab comes with high capacity air conditioning
and makes this crane a pleasure to operate.
This crawler crane is a class leader in safety on site.
Capacity:
Max working radius:
Max lifting height:
Optional Fly Jib:
Pick and Carry:
Dimensions:
Weight:
4,900kg @ 2.1m
14.52m @ 200kg
16.35m @ 1400kg
20.3m @ 430kg
2,000kg
5020 x 2350 x 2685mm
10,250kg
LC1385B Crawler Crane
The LC1385B is an innovative power house and boasts many market-leading features
including a massive 6 ton lifting capacity, 16.26m boom, optional fly jib with 0-60° offset,
rear view camera and front blade as standard. No outriggers are needed giving this machine
an extremely slim working footprint.
Features at a glance include a fully enclosed air-conditioned cab, minimal tail swing, two
speed hi/lo winch, hydrostatic transmission, 4 fall/2 fall hook block, tilt sensor/alarm,
powerful two speed winch, hydraulic disc brake and automatic pentagonal section boom.
Capacity:
Max working radius:
Max lifting height:
Optional Fly Jib:
Pick and Carry:
Dimensions:
Weight:
6,000kg x 2.6m
16.10m x 430kg
16.70m x 2600kg
22m @ 820kg
2,000kg
6545 x 2490 x 2965mm
15,640kg
Maeda Case Study – Glass Handling
A Maeda MC285 at work in a Belgian football stadium replacing 6 panels of glass that had
been damaged during the season.
It was a tricky job as the only way to get to the glass was through the stadium and up the
stairs. No problem for the MC285 however – proving just how versatile these Mini Cranes
can be.
Maeda Case Study – Uneven Ground
These machines are capable of working anywhere, the extendable outriggers can be adjusted
to suit even the most uneven ground which means jobs can be completed quickly and
without fuss in areas that bigger cranes simply can’t access.
Maeda Case Study – Restricted Access Lifting
Narrow doorways, confined working spaces – these versatile machines can handle it all.
The Guggenheim Museum in Germany recently used two MC285’s to install a piece of
artwork. The artwork was constructed in an enclosed room where tight space and limited
access required a crane small enough to gain entrance yet capable of lifting up to 2 tons.
Maeda Case Study – Restoration Projects
Maeda Mini Cranes really come into their own when it comes to specialist lifting during
restoration projects and those requiring sensitive work.
The slim bodies of the machines ensure they can access narrow doorways and corridors while
rubber tracks ensure there is no damage to historic flooring. The electric motor option
means no pollution inside the buildings to worry about.
Maeda Case Study – Construction
The Maeda Level Crawler Crane range consists of the LC785B and LC1385B, machines that
are capable of lifting a massive 4.9 and 6 tons respectively.
Coupled with an impressive Pick & Carry Duty of up to 2 tons, these cranes are able to
complete jobs quickly and easily without the need for a much larger crane.
Maeda Case Study – Restricted Access
The LC785B and LC1385B operate with no outriggers and near-zero tail swing, meaning
these machines can get into sites that larger cranes can’t, yet still house enough power to
complete a wide variety of jobs.
Contact Us
For more information on how our range of mini cranes can best suit your needs, or to find
your nearest dealer, please contact us:
Telephone: +44 (0) 117 982 6661
Email: info@maedaminicranes.co.uk
Visit: www.maedaminicranes.co.uk