Are you trying to find truck cranes among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling truck cranes on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 26 hours of research and did 24 truck cranes tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
An overview of our top picks
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The best truck cranes you can buy today
- Portable and Affordable: The MaxxHaul hydraulic receiver hitch-mounted crane revolutionizes portable lifting with its affordability and convenience, making it the first of its kind on the market.
- Multiple Boom Capacities: Choose from three boom capacities - 500, 750, and 1000 pounds - to suit your lifting needs. With dimensions of 54.00 x 20.00 x 9.75 inches, it offers versatile lifting capabilities for various loads.
- Effortless Heavy Lifting: Easily maneuver heavy generators, pressure washers, barrels, and more in and out of your truck bed with this hydraulic crane, simplifying your lifting tasks and saving you time and effort.
- No Permanent Installation: Enjoy the convenience of no permanent installation or drilling required. The crane swivels 360 degrees for added flexibility, but the swivel part/assembly must be removed when the vehicle is in motion for safety.
- Adjustable Lift Range: With a lift range from 30 inches to 84 inches, this crane provides ample lifting height to accommodate various loads, offering versatility for different lifting situations.
- 1000lbs Load Capacity: Our truck crane is crafted from top-notch painted alloy steel, built to last with a solid, stable structure. It boasts high strength, corrosion resistance, and maintains its shape after long-term use. It can handle heavy loads up to 1000 lbs, making loading and unloading a breeze. Save effort and enjoy peace of mind.
- Upgraded Hydraulic Jack: The hydraulic jack on our truck bed crane delivers powful lifting. It's designed for safe, care-free operation every time. The truck crane is equipped with an 8T hydraulic cylinder, which improves the lifting speed and reduces the load on the crane frame to avoid damage and prolong its service life.
- 360° Flexible Rotation: Need to adjust your lifting angle? No problem! Our pick up crane's support frame spins a full 360 degrees. With a lift range from 51 inches to 90 inches, this crane provides ample lifting height to accommodate various loads. Now, you have the freedom to easily maneuver and position your load exactly where you want it—all by yourself.
- Adjustable Boom with 3 Settings: Customize your lifting operations with this jib crane that offers adjustable length, height, and angle. Choose from three boom capacities: 500, 750, and 1000 pounds - to suit your lifting needs. Whether you're lifting high or low, near or far, we have got you covered. With an adjustable boom, you call the shots on how you lift.
- Versatility Unleashed: From construction sites to your own factories, this pickup truck hoist crane is your go-to for all heavy lifting. It is perfect for engines, lumber, workshop equipment, or any big thing you need to move, meeting all your outdoor lifting and transport needs.
- Lifts 1000 lbs. fully retracted; 500 lbs. fully extended
- Steel boom extends from 33in. to 53 1/2in.
- Boom extension locks in 4 positions
- Base swivels 360°
- Lift range of 9in. to 56in.
- 【Versatile Lifting Capacity】This truck hitch crane offers multiple weight options, supporting loads from 500 lbs up to a maximum of 1000 lbs. It’s designed to meet various lifting needs, making it ideal for heavy-duty tasks that require reliable performance.
- 【Durable Construction】Crafted from high-quality materials, the 1000 lbs pickup truck crane hoist is engineered for exceptional durability and longevity, ensuring consistent reliability for repeated use.
- 【Easy Installation】Featuring a convenient truck jib crane hoist hitch mount, this truck crane allows for quick and secure attachment to your pickup truck. Its straightforward setup process saves you valuable time and effort.
- 【Enhanced Mobility】Designed for easy lifting and maneuvering of heavy goods, this hitch crane for pickup truck excels in loading and unloading tasks. Whether for professional or personal use, it’s perfect for a wide range of applications.
- 【Safety and Stability】Equipped with integrated safety features, this hitch crane for pickup truck ensures secure lifting operations, minimizing risks and boosting user confidence. It’s a dependable choice for all your lifting requirements.
- [Powerful function]: Cooperate with 5000 lbs winch to easily move generators, engines, compressors and small equipment into your truck or out of your truck bed. This truck jib crane can be folded when you don't use (Delivery includes 5000 lbs electric winch kit )
- [Boom reach]: This truck crane has boom with adjustable length, which can reach from 47.2" to 64.96" to meet your requirements
- [Three elevation settings]: Features three different boom height adjustments(51.18" to 88.98") for added versatility
- [Safety Operation]: The base of this truck can rotate 360 degrees for limitless operation! After the optimal position is found a locking handle at the base of the crane davit keeps the crane in place
- [Design of quick release]: Base of the stand uses a quick detachable design so you can easily remove it when not in use
- Makes Lifting A Breeze: Our truck crane has a 3500 lbs winch, you can effortlessly lift up to 1100 lbs! Meanwhile, the screw-mounted base makes it highly stable, so you don't have to worry about it shaking or collapsing in the process ( electric winch included )
- Adjustable Pick Up Crane: Adjustable in length, height and angle, you can customize the lifting operation, whether high or low, near or far. Length Range: 45.7''-63''; Height Range: 40.6''- 86.6''; The base can be rotated 360°
- Durable Materials & Construction: Say goodbye to rust and deformation. Our truck bed crane is made of durable galvanized welded steel and is coated with spray paint, which can stop rust, providing dependable performance for the long haul
- Easy to Assemble and Disassemble: With all accessories and pre-drilled holes, you to easily assemble the crane and start using it right away. When not in use, you can also easily disassemble/fold it to save space and store it conveniently
- Various Usage Scenarios: From construction sites to your factory, this pickup crane is your go-to for all heavy lifting. Perfect for engines, lumber, shop equipment, or any large item you need to move, it meets all your outdoor lifting and transportation needs
- [Powerful function]: Cooperate with 110V electric hoist to Easily move heavy generators, pressure washers, barrels and more in and out of your truck bed,880lb pulling force
- [Safety Operation]: The base of this truck can rotate 360 degrees for limitless operation! After the optimal position is found a locking handle at the base of the crane davit keeps the crane in place
- [Boom reach]: Three boom capacities: 220, 550 and 1100 pounds ; truck crane has boom with adjustable length, which can reach from 46.06" to 57.09" to meet your requirements
- [Three elevation settings]: Features three different boom height adjustments(45.27" to 86.61") for added versatility
- [High quality]: Made of galvanize welded steel with Yellow paint finish. Weather resistant, not easy to rust
- Powerful Load Capacity: VEVOR Truck Crane is made of first-class galvanized alloy steel, featuring a strong, stable structure that is built to last. Paired with a 3,500 lb. electric winch (delivery includes 3,500 lb. electric winch), generators, engines, compressors, and small equipment can be easily moved into and out of your truck bed.
- Upgraded Pulling Force: The electric winch on our truck bed crane delivers powerful traction, so you never have to worry about smoking or insufficient pulling force when lifting heavy items. It's designed for safe, care-free operation every time.
- 360° Flexible Rotation: Need to adjust your lifting angle? No problem! Our jib crane's support frame spins a full 360 degrees. Now, you have the freedom to easily maneuver and position your load exactly where you want it—all by yourself. Features three different boom height adjustments(43.3" to 82.7") for added versatility.
- Adjustable Boom with 3 Settings: Customize your lifting operations with this pick up crane that provides adjustable length, height, and angle. This truck crane has boom with adjustable length, which can reach from 46.46" to 66.14" to meet your requirements. Whether you're lifting high or low, near or far, we have got you covered. With an adjustable boom, you call the shots on how you lift.
- Versatility Unleashed: From construction sites to your own factories, this pickup truck hoist crane is your go-to for all heavy lifting. It is perfect for engines, lumber, workshop equipment, or any big thing you need to move, meeting all your outdoor lifting and transport needs.
- Max 500lbs Load Capacity: Lift up to 500 lbs with ease! Our truck crane's boom and telescopic arm are crafted from tough, high-strength alloy steel. You can use the hydraulic cylinder in conjunction with a 1,000 lb. hand winch (included) for increased safety while improving lifting efficiency.
- Hitch-Mounted Convenience: The pickup truck mounts in a 2-inch receiver hitch and has stowable support legs to store away when not in use. This crane can be conveniently positioned on the tailgate, providing full clearance during loading. Its versatile placement ensures smooth and efficient operation.
- Hitch-Mounted Convenience: The pickup truck mounts in a 2-inch receiver hitch. This crane can be conveniently positioned on the tailgate, providing full clearance during loading. Its versatile placement ensures smooth and efficient operation.
- 360° Swivel Control: Need a quick turn? Our pick up crane pivots effortlessly, allowing for precise positioning without shifting your vehicle or load. Boost efficiency and convenience at every turn!
- Sturdy and Durable: Crafted from durable alloy steel and coated with a baking finish, our crane for truck stands resilient against harsh environments. Enjoy a sleek, weather-resistant, and corrosion-free design that keeps your crane looking great and working hard for years to come.
- Makes Lifting A Breeze: Our truck crane has a 3500 lbs winch, you can effortlessly lift up to 1100 lbs! Meanwhile, the screw-mounted base makes it highly stable, so you don't have to worry about it shaking or collapsing in the process ( electric winch included )
- Various Usage Scenarios: From construction sites to your factory, this pickup crane is your first choice for all heavy lifting. Perfect for engines, lumber, shop equipment, or any large item you need to move, it meets all your outdoor lifting and transportation needs
- Adjustable Pick Up Crane: Adjustable in length, height and angle, you can customize the lifting operation, whether high or low, near or far. Length Range: 45.7''-63''; Height Range: 40.6''- 86.6''; The base can be rotated 360°
- Easy to Assemble and Disassemble: With all accessories and pre-drilled holes, you to easily assemble the crane and start using it right away. When not in use, you can also easily disassemble/fold it to save space and store it conveniently
- Durable Materials & Construction: Say goodbye to rust and deformation. Our truck bed crane is made of durable galvanized welded steel and is coated with spray paint, which can stop rust, providing dependable performance for the long haul
- Boom extension locks in 4 positions
- Base swivels 360°
- 3 ton hydraulic jack
- All steel construction
- Boom stores over wheel well when not in use
- [1100 lbs High Lifting Force] Truck cranes is simple to operate, easy to control, safe to use, can lift up to 1100bls of weight, easy to deal with all kinds of heavy lifting situations.
- [360° Flexible Rotation] The support frame of this truck mounted crane can be rotated 360 degrees, you can place the goods in the position you want alone and easily.
- [Adjustable Boom] The arm of this truck bed lift is adjustable in length and height, the length of the boom can be adjusted from 46 inches to 66 inches, which can better cope with different needs.
- [High Quality] The truck crane hoist made of galvanized welded steel with yellow painted surface. Weather resistant and not easy to rust.
- [Versatility] Whether it's a construction site or a factory, this truck bed crane is the first choice for all heavy lifting jobs. Perfect for engines, lumber, shop equipment, or any large object that needs to be moved, it's ready for all your outdoor lifting and transportation needs.
- 【Max 1100 Lbs Capability】 The davit crane has two kinds of lifting methods: single cable and double cable. The peak lifting capability is 1100 lbs/499 kg in double cable mode, and the maximum height in single cable mode is 6.9 ft/2.1 m.
- 【Manual Control】The manual control of our truck crane greatly improves safety and convenience. Quick brake, safety control, let you more ease of lifting.
- 【Adjustable & Foldable】This truck crane's arm can be adjusted from 3.8 feet to 5.4 feet long at three angles. The rocker arm is foldable and can rotate 360 degrees while bearing goods.
- 【Meticulous Design】This truck hoist crane is made of durable galvanized welded steel and painted to prevent rust. Other advantages include a thickened mounting plate and reinforced base.
- 【Satisfaction Guaranteed】We take pride in providing high-quality products and excellent customer service. If you have any issues or questions about the product, please don't hesitate to contact us. Your satisfaction is our top priority.
- [500-1000Lbs Large Weight Capacity]This truck crane hitch supports weight options from 500 lbs to a maximum of 1000 lbs,accommodating various lifting needs. It's perfect for heavy-duty tasks that require reliable lifting capabilities.
- [Durable & Reliable Material]Constructed with high quality materials, the pickup truck crane 1000 lbs is designed for durability and long-lasting performance, ensuring reliable use over time.
- [Easy To Install And Use]Truck Hoist Hitch equipped with a truck jib crane hoist hitch mount, this crane allows for quick and secure attachment to your pickup truck, simplifying setup and saving time and effort.
- [Widly Application]Truck bed crane designed for easy lifting and maneuvering of goods, this crane excels at loading and unloading heavy items effortlessly. It's perfect for various applications, serving both professional and personal needs.
- [Ensure Satable & Safety]With integrated safety features, this truck crane hoist hitch ensures secure lifting operations, minimizing risks and enhancing user confidence. It's a reliable choice for all your lifting needs.
- Powerful Load Capacity: VEVOR Truck Crane is made of first-class galvanized alloy steel, featuring a strong, stable structure that is built to last. Paired with a 6,000 lb. electric winch (delivery includes 6,000 lb. electric winch), generators, engines, compressors, and small equipment can be easily moved into and out of your truck bed.
- Upgraded Pulling Force: The electric winch on our truck bed crane delivers powerful traction, so you never have to worry about smoking or insufficient pulling force when lifting heavy items. It's designed for safe, care-free operation every time.
- 360° Flexible Rotation: Need to adjust your lifting angle? No problem! Our jib crane's support frame spins a full 360 degrees. Now, you have the freedom to easily maneuver and position your load exactly where you want it—all by yourself. Features three different boom height adjustments(47.24" to 84.65") for added versatility.
- Adjustable Boom with 3 Settings: Customize your lifting operations with this pick up crane that provides adjustable length, height, and angle. This truck crane has boom with adjustable length, which can reach from 48.43" to 68.11" to meet your requirements. Whether you're lifting high or low, near or far, we have got you covered. With an adjustable boom, you call the shots on how you lift.
- Versatility Unleashed: From construction sites to your own factories, this pickup truck hoist crane is your go-to for all heavy lifting. It is perfect for engines, lumber, workshop equipment, or any big thing you need to move, meeting all your outdoor lifting and transport needs.
- Manual Hydraulic Plunger - The truck crane hoist is equipped with a hydraulic plunger. The hydraulic plunger starts simply by turning the handle. The combination of grip and hydraulic plunger makes operation labor-saving and efficient
- Industrial Material - Our winch crane adopts steel material, also known as alloy steel, which has higher strength than carbon steel. Its low carbon content and low alloying element content effectively improve the stability, plasticity, and welding properties
- Easy to Store & Operate - Our crane hoist allows a person to easily lift the engine, generators, compressors, and other small equipment into the car. It is widely used in pickup trucks, towing lathes, ships, suitable for construction, forestry, factories, and transportation
- Max 1,100LBS Capacity - The crane's arms are adjustable in four length classes, with the arms measuring 44" in the shortest case and able to withstand up to 1,100 pounds of lifting. At full extension, the components length and effectively support up to 500 pounds
- 360 Base Swivel - The base of the crane is removable and effortlessly installed. The bottom of the pickup truck crane rotates 360° according to handling requirements. The cantilever is centered on the shaft and swivels in different directions
- [Powerful function]: Cooperate with 2000 lbs winch to easily move generators, engines, compressors and small equipment into your truck or out of your truck bed. This truck jib crane can be folded when you don't use (Delivery includes 2000 lbs electric winch kit )
- [Boom reach]: This truck crane has boom with adjustable length, which can reach from 46.06" to 57.09" to meet your requirements
- [Three elevation settings]: Features three different boom height adjustments(45.27" to 86.61") for added versatility
- [High quality]: Made of galvanize welded steel with Yellow paint finish. Weather resistant, not easy to rust
- [Safety Operation]: The base of this truck can rotate 360 degrees for limitless operation! After the optimal position is found a locking handle at the base of the crane davit keeps the crane in place
- [Powerful function]: Cooperate with 3500 lbs winch to Easily move heavy generators, pressure washers, barrels and more in and out of your truck bed
- [Safety Operation]: The base of this truck can rotate 360 degrees for limitless operation! After the optimal position is found a locking handle at the base of the crane davit keeps the crane in place
- [Boom reach]: Three boom capacities: 220, 550 and 1100 pounds ; truck crane has boom with adjustable length, which can reach from 46.06" to 57.09" to meet your requirements
- [Three elevation settings]: Features three different boom height adjustments(45.27" to 86.61") for added versatility
- [Design of quick release]: Base of the stand uses a quick detachable design so you can easily remove it when not in use
- [Powerful function]: Cooperate with 5000 lbs winch to easily move generators, engines, compressors and small equipment into your truck or out of your truck bed. This truck jib crane can be folded when you don't use (Delivery includes 5000 lbs electric winch kit )
- [High quality]: Made of galvanize welded steel with Yellow paint finish. Weather resistant, not easy to rust
- [Boom reach]: This truck crane has boom with adjustable length, which can reach from 47.2" to 64.96" to meet your requirements
- [Three elevation settings]: Features three different boom height adjustments(51.18" to 88.98") for added versatility
- [Safety Operation]: The base of this truck can rotate 360 degrees for limitless operation! After the optimal position is found a locking handle at the base of the crane davit keeps the crane in place
- Lifts up to 1000 lbs. fully retracted; 500 lbs. fully extended
- Rotates 360° to access items from all sides
- Telescopic boom extends from 33in. to 53 1/2in.
- Height range is from 38in. to 84in.
- Includes manual winch with 16ft. cable with hook to raise and lower cargo
How to choose a good truck cranes
Does the idea of finding a fantastic truck cranes make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in truck cranes. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top truck cranes products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top truck cranes on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top truck cranes brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top truck cranes based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the truck cranes were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good truck cranes, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your truck cranes.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting truck cranes for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our truck cranes. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
Why should you believe us?
There are now thousands of possibilities for these products on Amazon, but choosing the best one can be difficult and time-consuming. And what truck cranes should you purchase in 2022?
This guide is the result of more than 10 years of experience in researching, testing and writing about many topics. Each member of our team is an authority in their area. We read every article we could find online and every consumer review on every retail website for seven hours. Additionally, we discovered a ton of websites that offered helpful resources, including buying tips and thorough information on truck cranes.
