Work Ready Crane Truck Rentals

Heavy lifting and so much more.

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Towing Capacity: 34,210 lbs
GVWR: 22,500 lbs
Maximum Reach: 21'
Lifting Capacity: 6,500 lbs

Crane Trucks that deliver.

PTR’s Class 3, Class 5, and Class 6 Crane Truck rentals help crews in construction, utilities, oil and gas, and more, perform complex repairs and installations with ease. These specialized vehicles enable your crews to safely lift heavy equipment, and materials using either electric or hydraulic cranes.

Choose your configuration

Crane Truck rentals are available from PTR in multiple configurations, including Class 3 Electrician Trucks with an electric crane and Class 5 and 6 Mechanics Trucks with a hydraulic crane.

Secure storage

PTR Crane Trucks include master lock storage external compartments for valuable tools, as well as rollout drawers, and a tail shelf bumper.

Lifting, welding, air compression, and power support in one

Standard on Class 5 and 6 PTR Crane Truck rentals and an upfit option for Class 3 Crane Trucks, our 3-in-1 system delivers welding, air compression, and power in one compact setup. It’s everything your crew needs to weld, run tools and power equipment, right from your truck.

Explore Crane Truck Rental Options

Find the right Crane Trucks for your projects.

Crane Type

Towing Capacity

GVWR

Maximum Reach

Lifting Capacity

Class 3 (F350/3500)

Electric

25,120 lbs

14,000 lbs

15'

3,200 lbs

Class 5 (F550/5500)

Hydraulic

34,210 lbs

19,500 lbs

21'

6,500 lbs

Class 6 (6500)

Hydraulic

25,060 lbs

22,500 lbs

21'

6,500 lbs

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Standard PTR Crane Truck features

Electric or hydraulic cranes with anti-two-block, overload protection and lights mounted on crane boom
Remote crane controls (wireless and/or tethered options)
Rear shelf bumper with storage
Secure storage compartments with master locking systems
4-corner strobes for enhanced visibility and safety
Outriggers for stability during lifting operations
Steel service bodies with spray-in bedliner, headache racks
Bluetooth Backup camera

Popular Upfits for Crane Truck Rentals

Tailored upfits to strengthen your Crane Truck fleet.

When you rent with PTR, you get the benefit of expert upfitting in-house. Explore your custom upfit options for making your rentals work even harder for you, on and off the job site.

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Cargo Bed Slide

Provides smooth sliding access to gear that is stored in a truck bed.

Compressor

Powers tools and equipment through creating compressed air.

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Compressor Hose Combo

Supply and control compressed air for powering tools and equipment.

Fuel Transfer Tank

Safely stores and transfers fuel to equipment on a jobsite.

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Ladder Rack

Safely transports ladders and other long, bulky items on vehicles.

Standard Inverter

Converts battery DC power to AC power, allowing electronics and devices to run in remote or off-grid locations.

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3-in-1 Welder/Generator/Compressor

Powers tools and welds on-site with built-in welder, generator, and air compressor in one unit.

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Lube Skid

Mounts on trucks to store and dispense lubricant for on-site maintenance.

Work Light

LED work light that mounts on vehicles to illuminate job sites with bright flood lighting.

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Top Strobe

LED warning lights that mount on top of vehicles; produces bright, multi-color strobe alerts.

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Premier Truck Rental is more than a work truck and trailer rental company. We’re your fleet partner in building and maintaining America's infrastructure.

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Truck Telematics

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Premier Protection Plan

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Premier Preventative Maintenance Program

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to operate a Crane Truck?

No, all PTR Crane Trucks do not require a CDL. Our Class 3 Electrician Trucks (GVWR 14,000 lbs.), Class 5 Mechanics Trucks (GVWR 19,500 lbs.), and Class 6 Mechanics Trucks (GVWR 22,500 lbs.) can all be operated with a standard driver's license.

What’s the difference between hydraulic cranes vs. electric cranes?

What safety features are included with PTR Crane Trucks?

Can the crane be operated while the truck is moving?

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