Portable Mobile Gantry Cranes: Flexible, Movable and Space-Saving

Portable mobile gantry cranes are a versatile and cost-effective lifting solution ideal for a wide range of indoor and outdoor applications. As a type of A-frame gantry crane, they feature a lightweight yet sturdy frame structure that offers both stability and mobility.

These portable mobile gantry cranes are commonly referred to as portable gantry cranes or mobile gantry cranes due to their easy relocation capability, usually facilitated by wheels or casters. For enhanced efficiency and reduced manual effort, many models are equipped with a portable gantry crane with electric hoist, making them suitable for tasks such as material handling, equipment maintenance, and assembly line lifting. Their modular design allows for quick setup, adjustable height and span, and customizable configurations based on specific project needs.

Portable Mobile Gantry Cranes Types

Portable Adjustable Gantry Crane

A portable adjustable gantry crane is a flexible lifting solution designed for easy mobility and height customization. With its adjustable height and lightweight frame, it is ideal for handling loads in areas where permanent lifting systems are not feasible.

These cranes are especially suitable for maintenance workshops, small factories, garages, construction sites, and loading/unloading tasks both indoors and outdoors. Quick to assemble and easy to move, they offer an efficient and cost-effective way to meet varying lifting requirements.

Features

• Adjustable Height: Hydraulic, manual, or electric adjustment for flexible lifting needs.
• Excellent Mobility: Equipped with universal wheels or track system, easy to move without fixed foundation.
• Easy & Safe Operation: Supports pendant or wireless control, with overload and limit protection.
• Space-Saving Design: Ideal for low-clearance or variable-height environments.
• Hoist Compatibility: Works with manual or electric hoists.
• Customizable Options: Span, lifting height, wheels, and power mode can be tailored to your needs.

Motorized Portable Gantry Crane

The motorized portable gantry crane is a compact lifting device that integrates electric lifting and motorized traveling functions. It is ideal for small to medium-sized workstations, workshops, and warehouses. Compared to traditional manual gantry cranes, the electric version offers easier operation, higher efficiency, and significant time and labor savings. With an electric control system, operators can effortlessly achieve precise lifting and movement, greatly improving work efficiency and reducing manual effort.

Features

• Equipped with remote control or push-button pendant
• Some models support variable frequency drive and limit protection
• Ensures safe operation and extends equipment lifespan
• Ideal for frequent lifting and batch handling operations

Manual Portable Gantry Crane

The manual portable gantry crane is a simple, cost-effective light-duty lifting device widely used in workshops, warehouses, and maintenance areas. It relies on manual pushing for movement, requires no power supply, and offers flexible installation. This crane is especially suitable for work environments with low lifting frequency and moderate mobility requirements.

Features

• Simple structure, manually operated, no power supply required
• Low purchase and maintenance cost, ideal for budget-conscious applications
• Highly mobile and easy to deploy for temporary job sites

Portable Aluminum Gantry Crane

Lightweight, durable, and easy to assemble, the portable aluminum gantry crane is ideal for light-duty lifting tasks. Made from corrosion-resistant aluminum, it's perfect for HVAC installation, maintenance work, clean rooms, labs, and other environments requiring frequent relocation and quick setup.

Features

• Lightweight & Strong: Made of 6061-T6 aluminum alloy, high strength with low weight, easy for one-person assembly.
• Corrosion-Resistant: Naturally anti-oxidizing, ideal for cleanrooms, cold storage, and electroplating environments.
• Adjustable Design: Options for fixed or adjustable height/span, even foldable types for flexible applications.
• Smooth Mobility: Heavy-duty casters or track systems ensure stable movement on various floor conditions.
• Stable & Precise: A-frame structure with precise welding and laser-cut components for enhanced safety.
• Easy Installation: Modular bolt-connected design, no foundation required, quick setup and teardown.
• Versatile Use: Compatible with manual or electric hoists, suitable for labs, HVAC work, maintenance, and more.

Folding Gantry Crane

The folding gantry crane is a compact, portable lifting solution with a foldable design for easy transport, quick setup, and space-saving storage. Ideal for maintenance work, HVAC installation, mobile operations, and tight or temporary job sites, it offers great flexibility for users who need to move and store equipment frequently.

Features

• Foldable Design: Easy to store and transport, saves space.
• Quick Setup: Fast assembly and disassembly without tools.
• Compact Structure: Ideal for narrow or confined workspaces.
• Lightweight & Portable: Easy to move by one or two people.
• Versatile Use: Suitable for indoor/outdoor and temporary tasks.
• Customizable Options: Adjustable height and span available.

3-Step Quick Selection Guide for Portable Mobile Gantry Cranes

Step 1: Identify Your Top-Priority Application Scenario

• No power supply / Budget constraints → Choose Manual Push Type
• High-frequency operations / Precise control → Choose Electric Type
• Corrosive environments / Precision manufacturing → Choose Aluminum Alloy Type
• Frequent task changes / Adjustable workspace → Choose Adjustable Type

Step 2: Eliminate Unsuitable Options

• If daily operation exceeds 4 hours → Eliminate Manual Type (labor-intensive)
• If the site is humid or contains acids/alkalis → Eliminate non-aluminum models (lack of corrosion resistance)
• If used in a fixed location with repetitive tasks → Eliminate Adjustable Type (features may be redundant)

Step 3: Optimize with Functional Combinations

• Dynamic workshop layout → Choose Adjustable Type + Electric Drive (fits multiple workstations)
• Outdoor temporary lifting → Choose Manual Type + Rust-resistant Wheels (high maneuverability)
• Cleanroom medium-frequency operation → Choose Aluminum Alloy Type + Adjustable Height (handles various cargo sizes)

Not sure which model to choose? Check out this portable mobile gantry cranes guide for selection tips.

Portable Mobile Gantry Cranes Prices

Please note that the price of a portable mobile gantry crane is highly customized, depending on factors such as capacity, span, lifting height, mobility type, and optional electric features. Below are some real project cases for your reference, which may help you better understand possible configurations and pricing ranges.

Prices may vary based on your specific requirements. Reach out to us for a customized and professional quotation.

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Portable Mobile Gantry Cranes Cases

At DGCRANE, we specialize in delivering customized lifting solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs. From design to delivery, our experienced team ensures smooth communication, quick response, and professional support at every step. These export cases reflect our commitment to flexibility, quality, and service, helping customers worldwide solve complex lifting challenges with confidence.

5 Ton Electrical Portable Gantry Crane Exported to Senegal

The customer needed a crane to unload 3-ton glass crates from an open-top container and move them into his warehouse. Since the container was located outside the warehouse, we recommended a portable mobile gantry crane with universal wheels, which offers excellent mobility and flexibility, ideal for such operations.

One of the major challenges was the lifting height. The warehouse gate was about 5 meters high, and the required lifting height was also 5 meters. To solve this, our engineering team designed a height-adjustable A-frame gantry crane. For example, when the crane height is set at 4.5 meters, it provides a lifting height of 3.4 meters—enough to unload glass from the container and pass through the warehouse gate. Once inside, the crane height can be adjusted to 6.2 meters, offering a full 5.1 meters of lifting height—perfect for the client’s needs.

Specification:

• Capacity: 5 Ton
• Span: 3 m
• Lifting Height: 3.4 – 5.1 m (adjustable by electric drive)
• Lifting Height Adjustment Speed: 1 m/min
• Lifting Mechanism: 5 Ton Electric Chain Hoist
• Lifting Speed: 2.8 m/min
• Hoist Traversing Speed: 10 m/min
• Crane Traveling Mechanism: Motorized Universal Wheels
• Crane Traveling Speed: 10 m/min

7.5 Ton Portable Gantry Crane Delivered to Turkmenistan

The client was clear that he needed a portable mobile gantry crane, but was unsure about the required capacity. After watching the test video of a similar crane we provided to a South American customer, he decided to go with a 7.5-ton capacity for his project. He also shared the dimensional limits of the crane he needed. Additionally, the client had one specific requirement: the crane must be able to move sideways like a crab.

Specification:

• Country: Turkmenistan
• Lifting capacity: 7.5 ton
• Total width of the portable gantry crane: 7m
• Total height of the portable gantry crane: 6m
• Lifting height of the portable gantry crane: 4.5m
• Lifting speed: 1.8m/min
• Hoist traversing speed: 11m/min
• Crane traveling speed: 10m/min

Customized Portable Gantry Crane for Customer in The Philippines

Specification:

• Lifting capacity: 3 ton
• Span: 10.5m
• Lifting height: 6.5m
• Total height: 8m
• Lifting mechanism: 3 ton Electric Chain Hoist
• Chain hoist lifting speed: 4.5/1.5 m/min
• Chain hoist traversing speed: 10 m/min
• Crane traveling speed: 20m/min
• Control model: Pendant control, remote control
• Power supply: 220v/ 60hz/3Ph

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