4T-Class Maeda MC405C-3 Spider Crane Hire Melbourne
3.83T Mini Crawler Crane with 16 m Working Radius for Larger Restricted-Access Lifts
Crane2U provides 4T spider crane hire in Melbourne using the Maeda MC405C-3. This machine is commonly grouped in the 4-tonne spider-crane class, but the manufacturer rating is 3.83 t × 2.7 m. It offers a maximum 16.0 m working radius at 0.21 t, a 16.8 m maximum lifting height on the main boom and up to 20.7 m with the manufacturer fly-jib configuration.
The MC405C-3 is the largest of Crane2U’s three listed Maeda crawler-spider models, making it the option to assess when the MC285C-3 or MC305C-2 does not provide enough reach or chart capacity. It is suited to larger glazing, plant, machinery, steel and construction tasks where access still prevents a conventional mobile crane from setting up close to the work.
Maeda MC405C-3 Specifications
Specification | Manufacturer data |
|---|---|
Crane capacity | 3.83 t × 2.7 m |
Maximum working radius | 16.0 m × 0.21 t |
Maximum lifting height | 16.8 m; up to 20.7 m with fly jib |
Maximum reach below ground | -20.5 m (4 falls) |
Boom length | 4.735 m to 16.475 m |
Stowed dimensions | 4,980 mm (L) × 1,380 mm (W) × 1,980 mm (H) |
Machine weight | Approx. 5,600 kg for MC405C-3 diesel configuration |
Pick & carry capacity | 500 kg (manufacturer-rated feature) |
Travel speed | Up to approx. 2.9 km/h |
Optional equipment | Fly jib, searcher hooks, electric power and other options depending on unit configuration |
*Maximum capacities are manufacturer headline ratings at the stated short radius. They are not the capacity available at every radius. Confirm the exact Crane2U machine configuration and current load chart before quoting or publishing any lift-specific capacity.
Compare the 2.8T, 3T & 4T Crawler Cranes
The correct mini crawler is selected from the actual load, working radius, hook height, access route, setup area and floor or ground conditions. Nominal tonne rating alone does not determine suitability. Compare the range below, then confirm the lift against the current crane specifications and load chart.
2.8T Crawler Spider Crane
3T Crawler Spider Crane
4T Crawler Spider Crane
Why Choose the MC405C-3?
- Largest reach and capacity of the three Crane2U spider-crane models in this content cluster.
- 16 m maximum working radius and 16.8 m main-boom lifting height support larger restricted-access construction and installation tasks.
- Fly-jib capability can extend the manufacturer lifting-height envelope to 20.7 m when the actual unit and configuration support it.
- 500 kg pick-and-carry capability is a model feature, but travel-with-load work still requires the applicable chart, site conditions and operating procedure.
- Useful when the lift needs more capacity or reach than the MC305C-2 but the site still cannot accommodate a larger road-going crane close to the load.
Common 4T Crawler Applications
Large glazing & facade work
Larger glazing panels, facade sections and shopfront elements placed with appropriate lifting attachments and rigging.
Plant & machinery installation
larger equipment, tanks, pumps and production machinery inside industrial or constrained sites.
Steel & construction
Structural components, fabricated frames and project materials where the 3.83T class and longer reach suit the chart.
HVAC & rooftop plant
mechanical equipment where the crane can be positioned closer to the landing area than a larger mobile crane.
Electrical plant
transformers, switchboards and associated equipment in restricted-access infrastructure and building projects.
Precast & Construction Components
Suitable precast and construction elements positioned within the approved crane capacity and setup conditions.
4T Spider Crane Hire Across Melbourne & Victoria
Crane2U provides 4t crawler crane hire from its Maddingley base for projects across Melbourne and Western Victoria, including Maidstone, Werribee, Caroline Springs, Melton, Bacchus Marsh, Geelong, Ballarat, Gisborne and surrounding growth corridors. Regional work can also be assessed for Ballan, Darley, Rockbank, Eynesbury, Brookfield, Cobblebank, Weir Views, Bonnie Brook, Melton South, Strathtulloh and Thornhill Park. View all Crane2U crane hire service areas or send the project address to confirm mobilisation and availability.
How the Crawler Crane Hire Process Works
1. Send the access and lift details | Site address, load weight and dimensions, pick point, landing point, approximate working radius, required hook height, narrowest access width/height, ground or floor conditions and site photos. |
2. Match the machine | Crane2U checks whether the 4T crawler crane is appropriate against the available fleet, current specifications and load-chart requirements. |
3. Confirm site support | Operator, rigging, dogman, electrical spotter, lift planning, ground/floor protection and transport requirements are confirmed where applicable. |
4. Deliver, position and complete the lift | The agreed crawler crane is transported to site, tracked into the approved setup area and used to complete the lifting scope in line with the confirmed plan. |
Need a Reliable Crane for Your Next Project?
Tell us what you are lifting, where it needs to go and what access is available. Crane2U can recommend a suitable crane and supporting services for the job.
Crane Hire & Restricted-Access Support
Restricted-access lifts often need more than a crane. Crane2U can coordinate supporting services around the actual site conditions and lifting plan.
Wet & Dry Crane Hire
Flexible crane hire options matched to the project, crew requirements and operating arrangements.
Engineered Lift Planning
Planning support for complex or higher-risk lifts, including lift methodology and site considerations.
Dogman & Riggers
Qualified lifting support for rigging, load control, signalling and safe crane operations.
Electrical Spotters
Qualified spotter support for crane and plant operations near electrical hazards and powerlines.
Transport Services
Transport support for machinery, equipment and project materials across Melbourne and Regional Victoria.
Tracked Carrier Hire
Tracked material-handling support where loads need to move through soft, rough or restricted-access areas.
Can a 4T crawler crane lift four tonnes at full reach?
No. Nominal capacity is not maintained at every radius. Capacity reduces as the working radius and configuration change, so the current load chart must be checked before the machine is confirmed.
When should I use the 4T instead of the 3T crawler?
Choose from the actual lift geometry, not the tonne label. If the 3T does not provide enough load-chart capacity, height or radius for the planned lift, the 4T may be the next option, provided the larger machine still fits the access and setup area.
Should I use a 4T crawler or a mobile crane?
If the site offers clear access and a suitable crane standing position, a mobile crane may be more efficient. The crawler becomes more relevant when access, setup footprint, floor/ground conditions or proximity to the lift point make a conventional crane impractical.
Can Crane2U support glazing and plant installation?
Yes. Crane2U has dedicated glass-lifting, HVAC and transformer/switchboard service content, and can coordinate supporting rigging and lift planning where required.
Which areas does Crane2U cover for 4T crawler crane hire?
Coverage includes Melbourne and Western Victoria, with regular service areas including Maidstone, Werribee, Caroline Springs, Melton, Bacchus Marsh, Geelong, Ballarat, Gisborne and surrounding locations.
Is the MC405C-3 a 4 tonne spider crane?
It is commonly grouped in the 4T class, but Maeda rates the MC405C-3 at a maximum 3.83 t at 2.7 m. It should not be described as lifting 4 tonnes at any radius.
What is the maximum working radius of the MC405C-3?
Maeda lists a maximum working radius of 16.0 m at 0.21 t on the relevant configuration. Capacity at other radii must be checked on the load chart.
How high can the MC405C-3 lift?
The main-boom maximum lifting height is 16.8 m. Maeda lists up to 20.7 m with the fly-jib configuration.
Can the MC405C-3 pick and carry?
The model brochure lists a 500 kg pick-and-carry duty. Any travel with a suspended load must follow the machine’s approved chart, setup and operating requirements.
When should I choose the MC405C-3 instead of the MC305C-2?
Assess the MC405C-3 when the project needs more chart capacity, longer working radius or greater lifting height and the access route can accommodate the larger machine.
Where can Crane2U provide 4T spider crane hire?
Crane2U can assess 4T-class spider crane work across Melbourne, Melbourne’s west and Regional Victoria including Geelong, Ballarat and surrounding areas.
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