Adekma Adds 450 Tonne Tadano AC 7.450-1 All Terrain Crane to Fleet
- Meagan Wood
- Feb 27
- 3 min read
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French crane rental company Adekma has taken delivery of a 450 tonne Tadano AC 7.450-1 all terrain crane, expanding its heavy lift capability for wind energy maintenance, industrial installations and tower crane erection projects. The seven-axle crane features an 80 metre main boom and extensions allowing tip heights up to 133 metres, supported by up to 150 tonnes of counterweight.
Adekma Takes Delivery of Tadano AC 7.450-1
French crane rental company Adekma has strengthened its heavy lifting fleet with the addition of a 450 tonne Tadano AC 7.450-1 all terrain crane.
The new crane was recently handed over and will operate within the company’s heavy lift division, Adekmax, which focuses on large-scale lifting projects across France.
The machine is expected to support projects including:
Wind turbine maintenance
Industrial installation work
Tower crane installation and dismantling
With its high lifting capacity and flexible boom configurations, the crane is designed to handle complex lifting operations across a wide range of sectors.
Tadano AC 7.450-1 Specifications
The seven-axle Tadano AC 7.450-1 features a seven-section 80 metre telescopic main boom, offering strong reach capabilities for heavy lifting applications.
The crane can be configured with several boom extension options, including:
Extensions up to 59 metres for a 130 metre tip height
56 metres of combined extension and fixed offset jib for a 133 metre tip height
An 81 metre luffing jib combined with Tadano’s SSL Sideways Superlift system for similar maximum height performance
The crane also offers a maximum counterweight of 150 tonnes, allowing it to deliver strong lifting performance while maintaining flexible setup options.
These features make the Tadano AC 7.450-1 all terrain crane particularly suited to heavy construction and renewable energy projects.
Supporting Wind Energy and Industrial Projects
The new 450 tonne crane will play a key role in Adekma’s heavy lift operations, particularly in the growing wind energy sector.
Large cranes with extended reach capabilities are increasingly required for:
Wind turbine maintenance and component replacement
Industrial plant installations
Infrastructure construction projects
Tower crane erection and dismantling
Adekma Managing Director Frédéric Blais explained that the investment is aimed at strengthening the company’s ability to support major projects.
“For us, this investment is about reinforcing our ability to support customers on major projects.”
“The AC 7.450-1 combines compact dimensions with strong lifting performance, which is particularly important for the demanding operations handled by our Adekmax division.”
Adekma Expands Heavy Lift Fleet
Founded in 2004, Adekma has grown into one of France’s established crane rental and heavy transport providers.
The company is headquartered in Le Mans and operates from 10 locations across France, employing approximately 300 people.
Adekma’s fleet includes around 500 units, covering a wide range of lifting and transport equipment.
The company currently operates approximately 100 mobile cranes, with lifting capacities reaching up to 700 tonnes.
Its fleet also includes:
Valla pick and carry cranes
Loader cranes
Mobile self-erecting tower cranes
Gantry cranes
Heavy rigging and machinery moving equipment
This diverse fleet allows Adekma to support construction, infrastructure and industrial projects throughout France.
About Adekma
Adekma is a French crane rental and heavy transport company headquartered in Le Mans, France. Founded in 2004, the company provides lifting equipment, transport services and heavy rigging solutions for construction, industrial and infrastructure projects.
Adekma operates a large fleet of cranes and lifting equipment and maintains multiple depots across France.
About Tadano
Tadano is a global manufacturer of cranes and lifting equipment, producing a wide range of all terrain cranes, rough terrain cranes, crawler cranes and truck mounted lifts. The company supplies lifting solutions to construction, infrastructure and energy sectors worldwide.
Website: https://www.tadano.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What crane did Adekma recently add to its fleet?
Adekma has taken delivery of a 450 tonne Tadano AC 7.450-1 all terrain crane.
What is the boom length of the Tadano AC 7.450-1?
The crane features an 80 metre seven-section telescopic main boom.
What is the maximum tip height of the AC 7.450-1?
With extensions installed, the crane can achieve tip heights of up to approximately 133 metres.
What projects will the crane be used for?
The crane will primarily support wind turbine maintenance, industrial installations and tower crane erection or dismantling.
Where is Adekma based?
Adekma is headquartered in Le Mans, France, and operates from 10 locations across the country.
