Mechanical Crane Trolley – Cost-effective Mobility for Mobile Cranes

The proven solution for flexible crane lifting without complex technology

  • Cost-effective alternative for mobile crane use
  • Dismantlable with removable drawbar
  • Proven, low-maintenance mechanics
  • Ideal for occasional relocation
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What Characterizes the Mechanical Crane Trolley?

The mechanical crane trolley from KA Cranes offers a proven, cost-effective solution for the mobile use of mobile cranes. It allows lifting the crane for quick and flexible relocations – pulling is done with your own power.

Key feature: Simple, reliable mechanics for cost-efficient crane lifting

Mechanical Technology in Detail

Proven Mechanical Construction

The mechanical crane trolley relies on proven mechanical components. This simple design ensures high reliability and minimal maintenance effort.

Cost-effective Mobility

For applications where occasional relocations are sufficient, the mechanical trolley offers an economical alternative to hydraulic systems. The lower acquisition costs make it the first choice for budget-conscious investments.

Easy Handling

The mechanical crane trolley is intuitive to operate and requires no special instruction. The direct mechanical power transmission enables predictable and controllable lifting of the mobile crane.

When to Choose Mechanical over Hydraulic Trolley?

Usage Scenario Mechanical Trolley Hydraulic Trolley
Cost-effectiveness ✅ For infrequent use ✅ For frequent use
Lifting heavy crane equipment ❎ Requires effort ✅ Effortless
Tight production areas ❎ Standard ✅ Very comfortable
Frequency of use ✅ For occasional use ✅ Recommended for more than 2-3x/month

Technical Characteristics of the Mechanical System

Mechanical Components

  • Purely mechanical power transmission without hydraulics
  • Demountable Construction
  • Removable Drawbar for Flexible Handling

Operating Environment

  • Indoor operation at -10°C to +40°C
  • Maximum setup inclination: 0.5%
  • Resistant to harsh production environments

Maintenance and Care

  • Minimal maintenance effort
  • No hydraulic fluids or filters
  • Durable mechanical components

Application Areas for Mechanical Trolleys

Cost-conscious Applications

When mobility is required but the budget is limited, the mechanical trolley offers the optimal balance between functionality and cost.

Occasional Repositioning

For operations that only need to relocate their mobilecrane occasionally, the mechanical trolley is the economical choice. The lower acquisition costs amortize quickly.

Cost-effective Forklift Alternative

When forklifts are not usable due to lack of space or insufficient load capacity, the mechanical trolley offers an economical solution for occasional crane changes.

Small and Medium-sized Enterprises

For SMEs that want to remain flexible without large investments, the mechanical crane trolley offers the ideal entry into mobile crane solutions.

Advantages of the Mechanical Solution

Cost-effectiveness

The mechanical crane trolley offers the best price-performance ratio for applications with occasional relocations. The significantly lower acquisition costs compared to hydraulic systems make it the first choice for budget-conscious investments.

Reliability

The proven mechanical technology functions reliably even under difficult conditions.

Easy Operation

The mechanical system is intuitive to operate. Any employee can safely use the trolley after a brief instruction.

Interchangeable between Multiple Cranes

The mechanical chassis can be stowed in a space-saving manner and exchanged between different mobile cranes. One chassis for multiple cranes – ideal for cost-conscious operations.

Installation and Dismantling

The mechanical crane chassis is designed for practical handling:

  • Assembly: Easy integration
  • Dismantling: Quickly dismantlable when requirements change
  • Drawbar: Removable for space-saving storage
  • Transport: Uncomplicated transport between locations

Configure Mechanical Chassis

The mechanical crane chassis is available as a cost-effective option in our configurators for all WK I and WK III mobilecrane models:

WK I – The versatile assembly crane

mobilecrane WK1
  • Load capacity: 100-500 kg
  • Projection: 1750-4715 mm
  • Swivel range: 270°
  • Total height: flexible 2250-4500 mm (in 100 mm increments)
  • Application: Ideal for versatile assembly tasks, placement and tool changes

WK I-K – With articulated cantilever for special mounting requirements

mobilecrane WK1 K
  • Load capacity: 125-500 kg
  • Projection: 1750-4400 mm
  • Swivel range: 310°
  • Special feature: Avoids interfering contours and obstacles during installation
  • Application: Perfect for confined workshop spaces and corner handling

WK III – The powerful assembly crane for heavy components

mobilecrane WK3 with counterweight
  • Load capacity: up to 1000 kg
  • Projection: 1750-4500 mm
  • Swivel range: 360
  • Special feature: Internal swivel support for maximum stability
  • Application: Heavy assembly handling in production