Mobile Crane Rental Services in New Hampshire and New England
Aerial Crane Service provides mobile crane rental with experienced operators throughout New Hampshire and New England for construction, HVAC installation, steel erection, modular home placement, industrial equipment, utilities, generators, transformers, bridge work and specialty lifts. Based in Bow, New Hampshire, the company has served contractors since 1983.
For contractors searching for mobile crane rental, Aerial’s service includes more than sending a machine to the site. The project starts with the load weight, pick location, set location, working radius, required height, crane setup area and site access. Those details are matched against the crane’s load charts before equipment is scheduled.
The published fleet covers lifts from smaller boom-truck work through 145 US ton all-terrain crane service. Call (603) 491-1268 with the load weight, project address, lift height and requested date for a free quote.
Types of Mobile Cranes Available for Rent
Aerial Crane Service currently publishes five pieces of lifting equipment in its fleet. Contractors can review each crane individually before scheduling.
Liebherr LTM 1130-5.1 — 145 US Tons

The LTM 1130-5.1 is Aerial’s highest-capacity published mobile crane. This five-axle all-terrain crane has a maximum rated capacity of 145 US tons and a 197-foot telescopic boom. Its capacity and reach make it a strong fleet option for structural steel, heavy HVAC equipment, generators, transformers, precast components, industrial machinery and larger construction lifts.
Liebherr LTM 1090-4.2 — 120 US Tons
The LTM 1090-4.2 is a 120 US ton all-terrain mobile crane with a 197-foot boom. Aerial lists HVAC lifts, steel erection, bridge work, modular construction, precast concrete, generators, transformers and industrial equipment among its applications.
Liebherr LTM 1100-5.2 — 120 US Tons
The LTM 1100-5.2 is a five-axle all-terrain mobile crane rated at 120 US tons with a 171-foot telescopic boom. It is used for rooftop mechanical equipment, structural work, industrial equipment, utility projects, generators and commercial construction.
Grove TMS500E — 40 US Tons
The Grove TMS500E is a truck-mounted hydraulic mobile crane rated at 40 US tons. It has a 95-foot main boom and up to a 45-foot jib. This crane fits many HVAC replacements, generators, utility projects, light structural steel, commercial construction and industrial maintenance lifts.
National 800D Boom Truck — 23.5 US Tons
The National 800D is one of Aerial’s boom trucks, with a maximum published capacity of 23.5 US tons and an 80-foot hydraulic boom. It works well for lighter HVAC equipment, generators, signs, utilities, materials and commercial service work. Contractors can also review Aerial’s dedicated boom truck services.
What About Rough Terrain Cranes?
Rough terrain cranes are common in the crane rental industry for off-road construction sites, but Aerial does not currently list a dedicated rough-terrain crane in its published fleet. Its heavier fleet is built around Liebherr all-terrain cranes, which combine road mobility with the ability to work across varied construction environments.
Common Mobile Crane Applications: HVAC, Steel Erection, and Industrial Lifts
Mobile cranes are used when materials or equipment need to move vertically, across an obstruction or into a position that forklifts and telehandlers cannot reach. Aerial supports commercial, industrial, infrastructure and residential projects throughout New England.
HVAC Installation
HVAC installation and replacement is one of the most common mobile crane applications. Rooftop units, chillers, air handlers, cooling towers, condensers, exhaust fans and mechanical skids may need to be picked from a delivery truck and placed directly onto a roof or equipment pad.
Aerial also works directly with HVAC contractors. Building height, crane-to-building distance and rooftop set location often control crane selection as much as the equipment weight.
Steel Erection
Steel erection work can include beams, columns, joists, trusses and pre-engineered building components. Aerial coordinates mobile crane work with general contractors, steel crews, delivery trucks and project managers so pieces can be picked in erection order and moved into position.
Construction and Precast Concrete
Mobile cranes are also used for precast concrete lifting, bridge components, roofing materials and other construction loads. General contractors can use one crane provider across several phases of a project instead of scheduling separate equipment for each heavy pick.
Modular Home Placement and Residential Crane Services

Modular home placement requires a crane capable of lifting large building sections from the delivery trailer and placing them accurately onto the foundation.
The setup starts with the weight and dimensions of each module, foundation position, pick radius, final set radius and room available for the crane and module trailers. The modules also need to arrive in the correct installation sequence so the crane is not waiting while trailers are rearranged.
Residential mobile crane work can also include roof trusses, structural beams, mechanical equipment and other materials. A Google review displayed on Aerial’s website describes Aerial placing trusses on a new-construction project and specifically comments on the operator’s placement accuracy and professionalism.
Industrial and Utility Crane Rental Solutions
Aerial provides industrial crane services for machinery, generators, transformers, tanks, production equipment and facility upgrades. Industrial work often takes place around active operations, utilities, structures and limited staging space, so the crane setup has to fit the plant or facility rather than interrupt it unnecessarily.
Related services include generator placement, transformer installation, tank installation and crane support for utility and telecom contractors.
Aerial’s public site also displays client logos from companies and contractors operating in utilities, construction and industrial markets across New England. Specific project details are not assigned to those companies here unless Aerial has published them.
Rigging Services and Lift Support
A mobile crane job may require rigging, spreader bars, transportation support or elevated access in addition to the crane itself. Aerial provides rigging services and can supply related support equipment.
Available internal resources include spreader bars and specialty rigging, trucks and trailers for delivery and removal and certified man basket services.
Rigging selection starts with the load weight, lifting points, center of gravity, sling angles and the manufacturer’s handling instructions. Those inputs are reviewed before the load is picked.
Certified Operators and Safety Standards
Aerial Crane Service states publicly that its crane operations are licensed, insured and safety-focused. Federal OSHA crane safety standards require covered construction-crane operators to be trained, certified or licensed, and evaluated by their employer before operating the equipment.
NCCCO, the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators, offers accredited certification for mobile crane operators, including telescopic-boom swing-cab, telescopic-boom fixed-cab and lattice-boom crane categories. NCCCO is one certification route used in the crane industry. Aerial’s current public site does not identify individual NCCCO credentials by name, so contractors whose projects specifically require NCCCO-certified crane operators should request current credential documentation when booking.
OSHA also requires qualified signal persons when signaling is required. The site team should establish the signal method, operator communication and responsibilities before lifting starts.
Mobile crane safety planning also addresses:
- Verified load weight
- Manufacturer load charts
- Pick and set radius
- Crane configuration
- Ground and outrigger support
- Power lines and overhead hazards
- Rigging condition and capacity
- Weather and wind conditions
- Work-area control
- Signal-person communication
Contractors who want a more detailed planning reference can also review Aerial’s guide to planning a safe crane lift.
Mobile Crane Rental Process: From Quote to Project Completion
1. Send the Lift Information
Start with the job address, load weight, load dimensions, pick location, set location, building or placement height and requested date. Equipment drawings and site photos shorten the review process.
2. Select the Crane From the Lift Geometry
Aerial reviews the weight together with the working radius and required boom length. A crane’s maximum tonnage is measured under specific conditions; the usable capacity farther from the crane is lower. The manufacturer’s load chart establishes the allowable capacity for the planned configuration.
3. Review Access and Crane Setup
The team reviews road access, crane setup space, ground conditions, outriggers, delivery-truck location, nearby buildings, utilities and other obstructions.
4. Confirm Rigging and Crew Coordination
Aerial and the customer establish the rigging scope, delivery timing, signal-person requirements and any coordination with HVAC crews, steel erectors, facility personnel or other contractors.
5. Complete the Lift
The operator sets up the crane according to the planned configuration and performs the lift within the applicable load chart and site controls.
Contractors comparing companies can also review Aerial’s crane rental booking guide.
Mobile Crane Rental Rates and Booking Information
For a quick 2026 New Hampshire budget, contractors can use approximately $200 to $265 per hour for operated boom-truck / 45-ton-class work, $235 to $315 per hour around the 60-ton class and $310 to $405 per hour around the 100-ton mobile-crane class.
For Aerial’s larger 120- and 145-ton all-terrain cranes, a practical New England planning allowance is approximately $500 to $1,000+ per hour before project-specific mobilization, counterweight transport, rigging, permits or specialty support. These numbers are current regional market planning ranges, not Aerial Crane Service’s published price sheet.
| Crane Class | 2026 Regional Budget Range | Aerial Fleet Example |
|---|---|---|
| Boom truck / smaller operated mobile crane | About $200–$275/hour | National 800D — 23.5 US tons |
| 40–60 ton operated mobile crane | About $235–$315/hour | Grove TMS500E — 40 US tons |
| 100 ton class | About $310–$405/hour in NH market data | Closest Aerial units are the larger 120-ton Liebherr cranes |
| 120–145 ton all-terrain crane | Plan around $500–$1,000+/hour for regional budgeting | LTM 1090-4.2, LTM 1100-5.2, LTM 1130-5.1 |
A short commercial lift can also carry minimum-hour or mobilization charges, while larger all-terrain cranes may require additional transport for counterweights or support equipment.
For an actual Aerial rate, call (603) 491-1268. Sending the weight, radius, location and site photos gives the estimator enough information to quote the appropriate crane instead of pricing unnecessary capacity.
How Far Ahead Should You Book?
For normal mobile crane work, Aerial’s published guidance recommends contacting the company a few days to one week ahead. For larger 120- or 145-ton cranes, multi-day steel work, modular placement, road occupancy, specialty rigging or a narrow construction window, book two to four weeks ahead.
Emergency and urgent lift scheduling may be available. Call rather than relying on an online request when the lift is time-sensitive.
Service Areas: Bow, Concord, Manchester, and Throughout New Hampshire
Aerial Crane Service is based in Bow, NH and provides mobile crane service throughout New Hampshire.
Local service pages include
Allenstown,
Amherst,
Atkinson,
Auburn,
Bedford,
Candia,
Concord,
Derry,
Dover,
Dunbarton,
Epsom,
Exeter,
Franklin,
Goffstown,
Hampstead,
Henniker,
Hooksett,
Hopkinton,
Hudson,
Laconia,
Litchfield,
Londonderry,
Manchester,
Merrimack,
Milford,
Nashua,
Northfield,
Pembroke,
Plaistow,
Portsmouth,
Raymond,
Rochester,
Salem,
Tilton,
Weare and
Windham.
The company also serves contractors across Massachusetts, Maine and Vermont, giving contractors one mobile crane provider across much of northern New England.
Why Choose Aerial Crane Service: 40+ Years of New England Experience
Aerial Crane Service has operated since 1983. Its current fleet gives contractors five published equipment choices from a 23.5-ton boom truck through a 145-ton all-terrain crane, plus rigging services and support equipment.
The public reviews on Aerial’s site also provide two concrete examples of field work. A design/build bridge contractor states that he worked with Aerial for more than 25 years and attributes approximately 100 bridge installations across New England to the company. Another customer describes hiring Aerial to place roof trusses on a new-construction project.
For contractors comparing New Hampshire crane rental companies, those published examples sit alongside a fleet built for HVAC, steel, modular construction, industrial work, utility equipment, bridges and routine commercial lifting.
Call (603) 491-1268 to request a free mobile crane rental quote and schedule your lift.









