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The Liebherr Heavy Lift Crane series (HLC) is specially designed for the installation of offshore wind turbine foundations as well as the installation and dismantling of offshore installations in the oil and gas industry. According to the vessel and application concept of the customer/operator, Liebherr offers the best solution for the worldwide offshore operations with a wide variety of cranes of the HLC series.
Collaboration makes a difference: Liebherr is an experienced specialist for crane construction as well as for many elements that are built and installed into the crane. A reliable and flexible supply chain is created by the manufacturing site in Rostock in cooperation with other Liebherr plants.
Slew bearing diameter of just 14 metres allows more deck space available
reduces the height of the crane if necessary, i.e. to navigate waters crossed by bridges
Unlimited slewing range during crane operation, optional with optical data transmission
Slim weight-optimized design in delta shape, lattice structure, optimal ratio between boom weight and hoisting capacity
Sufficient space for 2 operators, including additional room for further personnel and customer-specific equipment
Max. Lifting Capacity
3,000 t
Max. Outreach
84 m
Slew bearing diameter
14 m
Additional Winches
up to 21
Drive Power
4.8 MW
Slew bearing diameter of 16,8 metres allows more deck space available
5,000 t at 35 m
1,500 t at 70 m
200 t at 151 m
additionally to the main hook, another hook can be operated independently at the same time
The installed drive power comprises 10 x 800 kW
Main components like winches, slewing bears and electronics of the crane are designed and manufactured by Liebherr internally
reduces the height of the crane if necessary, i.e. to navigate waters crossed by bridges
Max. Lifting Capacity
5,000 t
Fly Jib Capacity
up to 1,500 t
Max. Outreach
151 m
Additional Winches
up to 21
Max. Lifting Height
175 m
The HLC is installed on a base column with only 14 m / 16.8 m diameter. The crane thus requires little space on deck and offers more storage space to the vessel for the components to be transported and lifted. Despite this small footprint, the HLC-series can lift a payload of 3,000 t / 5,000 t at an outreach of 30 m / 35 m. Due to the special slip ring configuration, the HLCs have an unlimited slewing range: the heavy lift cranes can rotate continuously without having to swing back to an initial position.
In order to move smaller loads as efficiently as possible, the HLC series can be equipped with one or more trolley hoists. The trolley rails of the Heavy Lift Cranes are guided along the bottom of the main boom. In addition to the crane function, the trolley hoist winches can also be used as constant pull winches for load stabilisation. The hoisting rope of the trolley hoist is attached to the hoisting load and can be moved upwards with the hoisting load due to the travel capability of the trolley. This guarantees an optimum rope take-off angle to the hoisting load, so that it is optimally calmed down.
The A-frame of the HLC series can be "folded" at the customer's request by means of an innovative mechanism. This reduces the overall height of the ship, including the crane, and allows it to pass under bridges. Transit times can thus be considerably reduced.
Background: In order to achieve the greatest possible lifting height, these type of cranes are usually installed on very high base columns. However, this increases the overall height of the ship including the crane. It is sometimes not possible to cross waters over which bridges lead, which in turn means that longer alternative routes have to be used.
The cranes of the HLC series are supplied with an extra-large two-room cabin offering the crane operator maximum comfort and an ergonomically optimal working environment. In the entrance area of the cabin there is a refrigerator as well as an office with chair, desk and shelves.
The cranes of the HLC series are supplied with an extra-large two-room cabin offering the crane operator maximum comfort and an ergonomically optimal working environment. In the entrance area of the cabin there is a refrigerator as well as an office with chair, desk and shelves.
In addition to the primary operator seat, a secondary operator seat can be installed in the cabin. Both seats are positioned next to each other in the front room of the cabin. While all main and auxiliary functions of the crane are operated from the primary operator seat, auxiliary functions (constant-pull winches, trolley hoists, sling hoists etc.) can optionally be assigned to the secondary operator seat. During complex lifts, a second crane operator can assist the main operator by controlling the auxiliary functions.
In addition to the primary operator seat, a secondary operator seat can be installed in the cabin. Both seats are positioned next to each other in the front room of the cabin. While all main and auxiliary functions of the crane are operated from the primary operator seat, auxiliary functions (constant-pull winches, trolley hoists, sling hoists etc.) can optionally be assigned to the secondary operator seat. During complex lifts, a second crane operator can assist the main operator by controlling the auxiliary functions.
To ensure that operators feel as comfortable and as safe as possible during the usually long and complex offshore lifts, Liebherr sets a high comfort and ergonomic working environment standard for offshore crane cabins. This includes comfortable high-quality leather armchairs, great visibility of the operation process through cameras and large windows as well as the accessibility of the cabin and the layout of the controls.
To ensure that operators feel as comfortable and as safe as possible during the usually long and complex offshore lifts, Liebherr sets a high comfort and ergonomic working environment standard for offshore crane cabins. This includes comfortable high-quality leather armchairs, great visibility of the operation process through cameras and large windows as well as the accessibility of the cabin and the layout of the controls.
The HLC series benefits from Liebherr's high level of vertical integration. Numerous in-house components ensure smooth operation of these offshore cranes. Based on over 40 years of experience and constantly proven worldwide under the most demanding operating conditions, these components are characterised by the highest quality and long service life.
Discover all Liebherr components that boost the HLC series:
Over 100 state-of-the-art electronic components breathe life into the HLC series. The smooth interplay of all electronic components allows a precise operation of these mighty cranes. Additionally, long-term availability of these components is guaranteed.
Background: The competence center for electronics in Lindau, Germany, relies on more than 40 years of experience in various industries. Liebherr also operates an electronics test center within at the Lindau site. In-depth testing and simulation prepares the components for their tasks – resulting in improved efficiency and extended service life.
Offshore wind turbines are being built more and more to guarantee sustainable energy provision. At the same time, the energy revolution is also the driving force for the increased reduction in offshore oil and gas installations. Both fields of application can now be served by a single Liebherr product: The Heavy Lift Crane series.
Building wind turbine parks requires lifting heights of up to 175 metres to lift the topside, i.e. the part of the wind turbine that lies above the waterline.
For this work, the HLC has a capacity of up to 8 megawatts as well as Litronic crane control, which is being developed in-house.
For the reduction in offshore oil and gas installations, there is a focus of dismantling as large parts as possible in order to reduce transport routes.
This is another task that the HLC-series can easily manage due to its high hub capacity of 3,000 / 5,000 tonnes as well as its compact design to allow more space for the parts to be stored onboard.
Customers for this type of crane have very high quality demands
Due to the complexity and size of these cranes there are only a few producers that can fulfil the required technological requirements and have adequate production capabilities.
Beyond manufacturing: Assembling the cranes at the port of Rostock
The rail mounted heavy lift crane TCC 78000 is a special competency of Liebherr Rostock. The crane has a maximum load capacity of 1,600 t and is designed for traveling with load.