What is a boom truck?
A boom truck — often called a HIAB, knuckle-boom or loader crane — is a flatbed truck with its own crane. It loads itself, delivers and lifts the cargo into place, so one vehicle does the job of a truck and a crane. Ferry Global Logistics rents boom trucks for material deliveries, equipment moves and site lifts across the UAE.
Best for
- Delivering and placing materials in one trip
- Containers, generators, cabins and machinery
- Sites without their own lifting equipment
Plan for
- Reach and capacity are lower than dedicated cranes
- Check the load weight at the distance it must be placed
Specifications & availability
Cranes are matched to each lift, so capacity, boom length and availability are confirmed with your quote.
What to send for a fast quote
- Load weight, including rigging
- Lift radius (distance from crane to load) and lift height
- Site access, ground conditions and any overhead obstructions
- How long you need the crane, and whether a lift plan or third-party certification is required
Across the UAE
From our licensed office in MBZ City, Abu Dhabi.
Frequently asked questions
What is a HIAB?
HIAB is a brand name commonly used in the UAE for any truck-mounted loader (knuckle-boom) crane. It lets one truck load, transport and lift cargo into place.
What sizes of mobile crane do you have?
Our mobile crane fleet covers 25, 50, 70/80, 100 and 130 ton cranes.
Do you rent cranes in Abu Dhabi and Dubai?
Yes. We hire cranes from our base in MBZ City, Abu Dhabi, for jobs across all seven emirates.
What do you need to recommend a crane?
The load weight with rigging, the lift radius and height, the site's access and ground conditions, and the hire period. Photos of the load and site help.
Can you also transport the load?
Yes. Heavy truck transport is one of our licensed services, so lifting and transport can be planned as one job.