09.03.2017

New Tadano for Bob Francis

North Wales-based Bob Francis Crane Hire has ordered a 220 tonne Tadano ATF 220-G5 All Terrain crane.

The five axle crane features a 68 metre, seven section main boom with a fully hydraulic luffing swingaway extension, including an integrated 5.8 metre heavy lift extension. The crane has a special counterweight configuration for the UK which allows it to travel with 18.3 tonnes on board, within the 16.5 tonne STGO axle loads. Delivery is expected within the next few weeks with additional investments planned within the next year.

Managing director Mark Francis said: "As a family owned independent company we take a lot of time when considering additions to the fleet and base our decisions on our customer requirements and what is best for our company."