Heavy Duty Gantry Cranes for Demanding Industrial Applications – Types, Prices and Global Cases

Heavy duty gantry cranes play a critical role in high-demand industrial environments such as steel yards, shipyards, container terminals, and large-scale manufacturing plants. Designed for A7/A8 duty classifications, these cranes are engineered to handle not only significant loads but also intense operational cycles. Whether you are lifting heavy components continuously throughout the day or operating in harsh outdoor conditions, a heavy duty gantry crane ensures reliability and safety.

This page provides a comprehensive overview of heavy duty gantry crane types, real-world heavy duty gantry crane price examples, and international case studies from DGCRANE's global installations. If you’re looking to invest in a durable, high-performance heavy duty crane, understanding the right configuration and real project costs is essential. Explore our detailed insights to help guide your procurement decisions effectively.

Heavy Duty Overhead Crane Types

Double Girder Gantry Crane(A Type)

The A-type double girder gantry crane has a maximum lifting capacity of up to 800 tons and offers several key advantages: high lifting capacity, spacious operating range, efficient use of yard space, low infrastructure investment, and reduced operating costs. As a large-scale loading and handling device widely used for outdoor material handling, it is extensively applied in industries such as mining, transportation, logistics, and construction.

Specifications

• Lifting Capacity: 5–800 tons
• Span: 18–35 meters
• Lifting Height: 10–22 meters
• Duty Class: A5 / A6
• Power Supply: 3-phase A.C., 50Hz, 380V

U-Type Double Girder Gantry Crane

With a lifting capacity of up to 50 tons, the U-type double girder gantry crane is suitable for general loading, unloading, and material handling in open yards and along railway lines. Its wide leg spacing allows for the efficient handling of large-sized items. Additionally, the omission of a saddle frame in its structure reduces the overall height of the crane without affecting the lifting height.

Specifications

• Lifting Capacity: 10–50/10 ton
• Span: 18–35 meters
• Lifting Height: 10/12 meters
• Duty Class: A5 / A6
• Power Supply: 3-phase A.C., 50Hz, 380V

Rail-Mounted Container Gantry Crane (RMG)

Rail-mounted container gantry cranes are widely used in ports, terminals, railway freight yards, and logistics hubs for handling and transferring ISO standard containers and wide railway containers. Available in various configurations—such as upper-rotation (trolley rotation), lower-rotation (spreader rotation), cantilevered, non-cantilevered, and railway-specific types—these cranes offer versatile functions, high efficiency, reliable performance, wide operating range, and easy operation and maintenance.

Specifications

• Lifting Capacity: 40.5 tons
• Span: 22 ± 8 meters
• Lifting Height: 12.3 meters
• Duty Class: A6 / A7
• Containers: 20′, 40′, 45′
• Trolley Rotation: 270°
• Power Supply: 3-phase A.C., 50Hz, 380V

Rubber-Tyred Container Gantry Crane (RTG)

The rubber-tyred container gantry crane is designed for handling and transferring ISO standard containers in ports, terminals, and logistics hubs. Mounted on inflatable rubber tires, it is typically powered by a diesel generator, with optional power sources including cable reels or lithium batteries. It offers wide operational coverage, strong ground adaptability, and excellent mobility—capable of straight travel, lateral movement, 0–90° steering, and on-the-spot rotation.

Specifications

• Lifting Capacity: 35/41/70tons
• Span: 23.47/26meters
• Lifting Height: 15.5/18.5meters
• Duty Class: A6 / A7
• Containers: 20′, 40′, 45′
• Power Supply: 3-phase A.C., 50Hz, 380V

Shipyard Gantry Cranes

The shipyard gantry crane is a specialized lifting device used in shipyards for hull section lifting, assembly, and in-air turning operations, typically working over docks, slipways, or assembly platforms. Due to its large span, the gantry frame usually adopts an asymmetric leg design—one rigid leg rigidly connected to the main girder, and one flexible leg connected via a hinged joint to accommodate structural movement.

This crane is typically equipped with two trolleys: an upper and a lower one. Each trolley travels on separate tracks, and the lower trolley can pass beneath the upper trolley, allowing for flexible operations.

Specifications

• Lifting Capacity: 300~600ton
• Span: 70meters
• Lifting Height: 60meters
• Duty Class: A5 / A6
• Power Supply: 3-phase A.C., 50Hz, 380V

Heavy Duty Gantry Crane Price

The price of a heavy duty gantry crane is influenced by a range of project-specific factors, making each solution highly customized. Variables such as span, lifting height, duty classification (A7/A8), environmental conditions, and functional requirements like automation or anti-sway systems all contribute to the final cost. As a result, heavy duty gantry crane prices can vary significantly between projects.

To give you a practical sense of budget expectations, we've included real case studies below—actual gantry crane projects delivered by DGCRANE across different industries and countries.

Please note that these prices are for reference only, as every project requires tailored engineering and quotation. If you’re planning a project and want an accurate heavy duty crane price based on your specific needs, we encourage you to contact us for a detailed quote.

Zora Zhao

Expert in Overhead Crane/Gantry Crane/Jib Crane/Crane Parts Solutions

With 10+ years of experience in the Crane Overseas Export Industry, helped 10,000+ customers with their pre-sales questions and concerns, if you have any related needs, please feel free to contact me!

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Email: zorazhao@dgcrane.com

Heavy Duty Gantry Crane Cases

With over 10 years of experience in manufacturing and exporting heavy duty gantry cranes, DGCRANE has delivered customized solutions to more than 120 countries worldwide. Our deep understanding of heavy duty crane applications—especially in high-frequency, high-load environments—makes us a trusted partner for clients across industries such as steel fabrication, shipbuilding, logistics, and energy.

Below are selected heavy duty gantry crane cases showcasing successful project deliveries to various countries. Each project reflects our commitment to tailored engineering, strict quality control, and reliable after-sales support.

Two Sets of MG 70-Ton Double Girder Gantry Cranes Installed in Qatar

Two MG-type double girder gantry cranes have been successfully delivered and installed in Qatar for lifting precast concrete components. The client required top-tier performance and reliability, specifying all components to be of premium European brands.

The manufacturing process for both cranes was completed within 90 days. Upon delivery, two engineers were dispatched to the site to assist with installation and commissioning. The customer expressed high satisfaction with the product quality and has since placed additional gantry crane orders.

Technical Specifications

• Product Type: MG Double Girder Gantry Crane
• Lifting Capacity: 70 tons
• Span: 30 meters
• Lifting Height: 10 meters
• Duty Class: A6
• Motor Protection Grade: IP55
• Power Supply: 415V, 50Hz, 3-phase
• Control Mode: Cabin operation

45 Ton Double Girder Gantry Crane Delivered to Mexico

We have many clients in Mexico. The client is very important to us and this is our 7th cooperation. This project is relatively non-standard, the customer has requirements for the upper and lower height and requires that the crane must run smoothly. After continuous communication with the customer, the production was finally confirmed. The whole crane with inverters, safety monitoring, touch screens, and an inverted eight-rope anti-sway. The crane will soon be used to lift scrap steel from steel mills.

Technical Specifications

• Product: 45 Ton Double Girder Gantry Crane
• Capacity: 45ton
• Span length: 30+14.5+9m
• Left/Right cantilever: 14.5/9m
• Lifting height: 6m(overground)+4.5 m(underground);
• Control mode: Cabin control
• Power source: 440V/60Hz/3PH (Control Voltage: 110V)
• Work duty: A8

MG 32-Ton Gantry Crane Delivered to Indonesia

The project originated with an initial inquiry for hook blocks in 2020. After technical exchanges and solution proposals, the customer submitted a tender request for a gantry crane to be used in a steel billet handling application at a steel plant.

The original design specified a 20-ton upper-rotating gantry crane with domestic-brand components. Over the course of five months, the project scope evolved to meet updated requirements:

• The crane capacity was increased to 32 tons
• The design changed from upper rotation to lower rotation
• Equipment configuration was upgraded to use well-known European brands
• Additional technical features were incorporated as requested

The final solution was customized to match the working conditions and operational standards of the end user, ensuring efficient and reliable billet handling.

Technical Specifications

• Lifting Capacity: 32 tons
• Span: 32m + 8.5m + 8.5m
• Lifting Height: 10.5 meters
• Duty Class: A6
• Control Mode: Operator cabin + wireless remote control
• Power Supply: 380V, 50Hz, 3-phase

70-Ton Double Girder Gantry Crane Delivered to Uzbekistan

A customized 70-ton double girder gantry crane has been successfully delivered to Uzbekistan. The crane is designed for gate lifting operations and was tailored precisely to the client’s technical specifications.

From the outset, the client provided detailed technical requirements. In response, we engineered a crane solution to meet those needs, including a specially designed hook to ensure seamless compatibility with the gate structure. Considering the operational conditions, the crane is equipped with a PLC system and a security monitoring system to enhance safety and control.

Technical Specifications

• Lifting Capacity: 70 tons
• Span: 10 meters
• Lifting Height: 12 + 3 meters
• Travel Distance: 25.5 meters
• Control Mode: Operator cabin with air conditioning + remote control
• Power Supply: 380V, 50Hz, 3-phase

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Conclusion

Selecting the right heavy duty gantry crane involves balancing operational demands, environmental conditions, and budget considerations. With DGCRANE's decade-long expertise and proven track record across 120+ countries, you can be confident in receiving a solution engineered for durability and efficiency under heavy duty conditions.

Because each project is unique, we recommend discussing your specific requirements with our specialists to obtain an accurate price and tailored design. Explore our extensive case portfolio or get in touch to start planning your next heavy duty crane investment with a trusted partner.

Zora Zhao

Expert in Overhead Crane/Gantry Crane/Jib Crane/Crane Parts Solutions

With 10+ years of experience in the Crane Overseas Export Industry, helped 10,000+ customers with their pre-sales questions and concerns, if you have any related needs, please feel free to contact me!

WhatsApp: +86 158 3611 5029

Email: zorazhao@dgcrane.com