Cranes for Auction

High-Capacity Aerial Trucks and Cranes via Auction

Explore premier crane assets through our dedicated auction channel — ideal for contractors, rental fleets and heavy-lift applications. Buyers can review important details, features, and specifications of each crane to make informed decisions and ensure the equipment meets their operational needs.

Why Choose Cranes at CTOS Auctions?

Custom Truck One Source offers full lifecycle heavy-equipment solutions — from new builds, rentals, used sales, remanufacturing to liquidation via auction. The CTOS Auctions “Cranes” category gives you access to truck-mounted cranes, crawler cranes, rough-terrain cranes and truck-cranes through online live auctions, with a variety of options available for sale. If you’re interested in industry innovations and networking opportunities, learn more about Custom Truck One Source’s participation at TCI Expo 2024.

This auction channel gives you the opportunity to acquire high-value lift equipment at competitive pricing, supported by a nationwide service & parts infrastructure.

What You’ll Find: Aerial Lift Trucks

• Listings of cranes across multiple formats: truck cranes (telescopic truck-mounted), rough-terrain cranes, crawler cranes, and knuckle-boom or boom-truck style units — all available in the “Cranes” auction category, with a wide range of vehicles suited for different tasks.
• Listings sorted by Lot Number, with key specs such as crane type, capacity (tons), reach/boom length, chassis or undercarriage type, year, hour/mileage, location, and bidding terms. Detailed data is provided for each vehicle, allowing buyers to learn about the best crane for their specific tasks.
• Auction terms: “as-is, where-is” condition and sold to the highest bidder, giving flexibility but requiring buyer diligence.
• Supported by our full ecosystem: transport logistics, inspection services, parts & service network — enabling smoother acquisition of high-demand equipment.

Key Benefits

• Cost Efficiency: Auction cranes often come at lower acquisition cost versus new build or full-retail used listings.
• Speed to Deployment: Since these units are ready and listed, you shorten downtime compared to commissioning a new build.
• Fleet Renewal & Diversification: Whether you’re upgrading older units, entering a new lifting niche or sourcing rental inventory, the auction channel offers flexibility.
• Single-Partner Lifecycle Support: From purchase to transport to service and eventual resale, you benefit from Custom Truck’s end-to-end infrastructure. Safety is always a top priority, and our dedication to quality and customer satisfaction has built a reputation for excellence and trust throughout the industry.

How It Works: Important Details

1. Register for the CTOS Auctions platform to gain bidding access (buyer verification required).
2. Browse the “Cranes” listings: filter by lot number, crane type, capacity, year, location and condition.
3. Review each listing carefully: crane capacity, boom/reach specs, undercarriage/chassis, hour/mileage, condition photos, transport logistics and auction terms.
4. Place your bid or select “Buy Now” if available. Upon winning, finalize purchase and coordinate transport and title/logistics.

If you have specific requirements, you can request more information or place an order for a crane that is equipped to meet a variety of operational needs.

5. Deploy the crane into service; for support, you can tap into our parts/service network or arrange inspections/up-fits via our facilities.

Ideal Applications

• Construction, heavy-lift and industrial firms needing truck-mounted or crawler cranes for lifting, rigging and site operations, where the cranes suit a range of work applications and supply the necessary lifting capabilities for demanding tasks.
• Rental fleets looking to acquire crane inventory at auction value to expand their offering or turnover assets.
• Equipment dealers sourcing lift-equipment for resale or conversion with added value.
• Fleet managers or procurement teams seeking cost-effective entry into crane assets without the long lead-time of new builds.

Maintenance and Support

At PALFINGER, we recognize that the ongoing performance and safety of your aerial lift trucks, bucket trucks, and aerial equipment are essential to your business success. That’s why we offer a complete line of maintenance and support services tailored to the unique needs of industries such as tree care, construction, and telecommunications. Our team of expert technicians brings hundreds of years of combined experience to every job, ensuring your aerial device—whether it’s a non insulated bucket truck or another specialized vehicle—remains in peak condition.

We provide a full range of parts and accessories for all types of aerial equipment, making it easy to find exactly what you need to keep your trucks and aerials operating efficiently. Our comprehensive repair and maintenance programs are designed to assist contractors and businesses in meeting their mission-critical requirements, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and reliability.

Whether you need routine service, emergency repairs, or expert advice on equipment performance, our support team is dedicated to understanding your needs and delivering trusted solutions. PALFINGER’s commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction means you can rely on us to help you maintain your fleet, maximize uptime, and ensure your equipment is always ready for the next task. Let us help you achieve your goals with the highest standards of efficiency and support in the industry.

Ready to Bid?

Visit the “Cranes” auction category on our site and browse current listings. Use the Lot Number sort (Ascending/Descending) and capacity/year filters to narrow down opportunities.
If you have questions about bidding, inspection, transport or crane-spec implications, contact our auction support team for assistance.

Bottom line:
If you’re looking to acquire crane equipment — whether truck cranes, crawler cranes or rough-terrain types — the CTOS Auctions “Cranes” category offers a strategic way to acquire high-value lift assets with access, flexibility and full-service support.