Maeda MC174

Q: What is the lifting capacity of the Maeda MC174 mini crane?

A: The Maeda MC174 has a maximum lifting capacity of 1.72 tonnes at a 1-metre radius. Despite its compact size, it offers impressive lifting performance for construction, glazing, factory maintenance and facilities management projects where space is limited.

Q: How narrow is the Maeda MC174?

A: One of the biggest advantages of the Maeda MC174 is its ultra-slim width of just 590mm. This allows the tracked mini crane to pass through standard doorways and access confined spaces that are inaccessible to conventional cranes.

Q: What types of projects is the Maeda MC174 suitable for?

A: The Maeda MC174 is commonly hired for:

• Glass installation and glazing projects
• Steel installation
• Construction work
• Machinery moving
• Factory maintenance
• Facilities management
• Internal lifting projects
• Restricted access lifting

Its compact footprint and low ground pressure make it ideal for both indoor and outdoor lifting applications.

Q: Can the Maeda MC174 be used indoors?

A: Yes. The Maeda MC174 is available with diesel or electric mains power, allowing it to be used safely in indoor environments where low emissions and reduced noise are important.

Q: Is the Maeda MC174 suitable for glass installation?

A: Yes. The Maeda MC174 is widely used for glass lifting and glazing installation, particularly when paired with a glass vacuum lifter. Its compact size allows it to access tight spaces while providing precise positioning of glazing panels. Its precise controls are perfect for any glass installation job.

Q: What safety features does the Maeda MC174 include?

A: The Maeda MC174 is equipped with several advanced safety features, including:

• Programmable moment limiter
• Tilt alarm
• Remote control operation
• Hydraulic safety systems
• Rubber tracks for improved stability and low ground pressure

These features help improve operator safety and lifting efficiency on site.

Q: Does the Maeda MC174 work on delicate floors and finished surfaces?

A: Yes. The mini crane’s rubber tracks and low ground pressure help minimise surface damage, making it suitable for many indoor environments, commercial buildings and finished floor areas where larger cranes may not be appropriate.

Q: Can the Maeda MC174 lift in areas with limited headroom?

A: Yes. An optional 300kg searcher hook is available for applications with restricted overhead clearance or where additional lifting flexibility is required.

Q: What makes the Maeda MC174 different from other mini cranes?

A: The Maeda MC174 combines an ultra-compact 590mm width with a 1.72-tonne lifting capacity, offering one of the best size-to-performance ratios available. Its ability to access confined spaces without compromising lifting performance makes it one of the most popular tracked mini cranes for hire.

Q: Does Hird offer the Maeda MC174 for nationwide hire?

A: Yes. Hird supplies the Maeda MC174 for hire across the UK through its regional depot network, supporting projects ranging from construction and glazing to industrial maintenance and specialist lifting.

Q: Why hire a tracked mini crane instead of a conventional crane?

Tracked mini cranes like the Maeda MC174 can access areas that larger cranes cannot. They can travel through narrow entrances, operate in confined spaces, exert low ground pressure and provide precise lifting in locations where traditional mobile cranes are impractical or impossible to use.

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