SANY UK Delivers First 200 Tonne Electric Crawler Crane to Sarens UK
- Meagan Wood
- 5 days ago
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SANY UK has delivered the first 200 tonne SCC2000A EV fully electric crawler crane to Sarens UK. The crane is the first electric crawler to enter service with either company in the UK and the second SCC2000A EV delivered to the wider Sarens Group in Europe.
The machine forms part of a three crane package, with two additional units scheduled to arrive in the UK. Its addition expands Sarens UK’s ability to provide heavy lifting solutions for projects with local emissions restrictions, noise limits and net zero requirements.
First Electric Crawler Crane for SANY and Sarens in the UK
SANY UK has delivered its first 200 tonne fully electric crawler crane to international heavy lifting specialist Sarens UK, marking an important development in the introduction of electric heavy lifting equipment to the British market.
The SANY SCC2000A EV is the first electric crawler crane to enter service with both companies in the UK. It is also the second crane of this model delivered to the wider Sarens Group in Europe. Sarens welcomed its first SCC2000A EV earlier in 2026, introducing the company’s first fully electric heavy crawler crane to its international fleet.
The UK delivery forms part of a package containing three SCC2000A EV crawler cranes. Two additional machines are scheduled to arrive in the country, further expanding the availability of electric lifting equipment within the Sarens fleet.
200 Tonne Capacity Without a Diesel Engine
The SCC2000A EV is designed as a fully electric alternative to a conventional diesel powered lattice boom crawler crane. It offers a maximum lifting capacity of 200 tonnes and can be configured with main boom lengths ranging from 20 to 86 metres.
According to SANY, available boom and fixed jib combinations include:
A 59 metre main boom with a 24 metre fixed jib
A 53 metre main boom with a 30 metre fixed jib
A maximum main boom length of 86 metres
A maximum rated lifting capacity of 200 tonnes
The electric power system replaces the conventional diesel engine used to operate the crane’s hydraulic and lifting functions. This allows the crane to work without producing exhaust emissions at the point of operation.
Its lifting capacity and boom configurations place the SCC2000A EV within a class of crawler cranes regularly used for infrastructure, energy, industrial construction, civil engineering and major assembly projects.
Electric Power for Heavy Lifting Operations
Sarens states that its SCC2000A EV is equipped with a 422 kWh battery system designed to support a standard working shift, depending on the lifting cycle and operating conditions.
The crane can also remain connected to an external electrical supply while operating. This provides an alternative to relying exclusively on stored battery power during longer projects or more intensive lifting programmes.
Fast charging capability can reduce the time needed to replenish the battery between shifts, although actual charging time will depend on the available site infrastructure and electrical connection. For project planners, this means the crane’s deployment must account for more than lifting capacity and ground conditions. Access to a suitable electrical supply, charging equipment and site power management must also be considered during mobilisation.
Reduced Noise and Local Emissions
The principal environmental advantage of the SCC2000A EV is the elimination of exhaust emissions at the point of use. This can be particularly relevant on projects where diesel equipment is restricted or where contractors must report and reduce emissions generated during construction.
Potential applications include:
Urban construction sites
Tunnels and enclosed working areas
Industrial plants
Energy infrastructure
Rail and transport projects
Projects operating under local emissions restrictions
Sites with defined environmental performance targets
Electric drive systems can also reduce operational noise compared with conventional diesel engines. Sarens has reported an operating sound level of approximately 59 dB for its European SCC2000A EV, depending on operating conditions. Lower equipment noise can improve communication between lifting personnel and reduce disturbance on projects close to residential areas, hospitals, schools and other noise sensitive locations.
Three Crane Package Expands UK Availability
The delivered crane is the first of three SCC2000A EV units included in the package for Sarens UK. Once all three cranes have arrived, Sarens will have greater flexibility to deploy electric crawler cranes across multiple UK projects or establish several machines on a single major programme.
This is important for contractors working under procurement frameworks that increasingly assess environmental performance alongside technical capacity, safety, programme delivery and cost. A larger electric fleet also gives Sarens the opportunity to gather operational data across different jobsite conditions. This can support future decisions relating to battery management, charging infrastructure, transport, maintenance and fleet investment.
Training and Technical Support During Handover
To support the crane’s introduction, SANY provided Sarens UK with three days of operator induction, assembly guidance and technical assistance. The programme included support during the weekend handover process, helping the Sarens team become familiar with the machine’s assembly procedures, operating controls and electric power system.
Crawler cranes require extensive preparation before entering service. Boom assembly, counterweight installation, track configuration, safety system checks and load chart verification must all be completed correctly before lifting operations begin.
An electric crawler also introduces additional procedures covering battery condition, charging connections, electrical isolation and power management. Manufacturer support during the delivery process helps operators and technicians understand these systems before the crane is assigned to its first project.
Electric Technology Moves Into Larger Crane Classes
Battery powered equipment is already widely available across smaller construction equipment categories. Electrification of larger crawler cranes presents a more complex engineering challenge because of the power required for hoisting, slewing and travelling under load.
Heavy crawler cranes can also remain on the same project for extended periods, making the availability and capacity of site charging infrastructure an important consideration.
The delivery of a 200 tonne electric crawler crane demonstrates that electric power is progressing into equipment categories traditionally dependent on diesel engines.
It does not remove every source of emissions associated with lifting operations. Transporting the crane, delivering counterweights and boom sections, assembling the machine and generating the electricity used for charging must still be considered when assessing the overall environmental impact.
However, removing the diesel engine can directly reduce fuel consumption, exhaust emissions and engine noise during crane operation.
Supporting Lower Emission Project Delivery
For Sarens UK, the addition of the SCC2000A EV expands the company’s ability to offer an electric alternative during the planning and tendering stages of major projects. Environmental requirements are becoming a more visible part of equipment selection for infrastructure, energy and industrial work. Contractors can be required to explain how they will reduce emissions, manage noise and support wider project sustainability targets.
An electric crawler crane gives project teams another equipment option when developing those plans, provided the crane’s load chart, configuration and site power requirements match the lifting programme. The three crane package also indicates that Sarens is treating electric crawler technology as an operational fleet category rather than a single demonstration project.
About the SANY SCC2000A EV
The SCC2000A EV is a fully electric lattice boom crawler crane manufactured by SANY.
Its principal specifications include:
Maximum lifting capacity: 200 tonnes
Main boom range: 20 to 86 metres
Maximum boom and fixed jib combinations: 59 plus 24 metres or 53 plus 30 metres
Battery capacity: 422 kWh, as specified for the Sarens fleet unit
Power system: Fully electric
Onsite exhaust emissions: None during electric operation
Operating options: Battery operation or connection to an external electrical supply
As a crawler crane, the SCC2000A EV is designed to provide strong ground stability and the ability to travel within approved limits while configured on site.
Its suitability for a particular lift will depend on the required capacity, operating radius, boom configuration, ground bearing conditions and project specific load chart.
Product website: SANY SCC2000A EV
About Sarens
Sarens is an international heavy lifting, engineered transport and crane rental company headquartered in Belgium. The family owned company was established in 1955 and operates across Europe, North America, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Australia.
Sarens supports customers in sectors including civil infrastructure, renewable energy, nuclear power, oil and gas, petrochemical construction, offshore development, mining and industrial maintenance. Its equipment fleet includes crawler cranes, mobile cranes, ring cranes, tower systems, strand jacks, gantries, self propelled modular transporters and other specialised transport and lifting systems.
The company also provides engineering, project management, equipment mobilisation and lift execution for complex projects involving heavy or oversized loads.
Company website: www.sarens.com
About SANY UK
SANY UK represents SANY construction equipment and lifting products within the United Kingdom and Ireland. SANY was founded in 1989 and has developed into an international manufacturer of cranes, excavators, concrete machinery, piling equipment, port machinery, mining equipment and other construction machines.
Its global crane range covers wheeled, crawler and tower crane products. The company has also expanded its development of battery electric and hybrid machinery as demand grows for equipment capable of supporting lower emission construction.
SANY UK provides equipment sales, parts, technical support, training and aftersales services from its operation in Coatbridge, Scotland, supported by its UK dealer network.
UK website: www.sanyuk.com
Global website: www.sanyglobal.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What crane has SANY delivered to Sarens UK?
SANY UK has delivered a SCC2000A EV fully electric lattice boom crawler crane to Sarens UK.
What is the crane’s maximum lifting capacity?
The SCC2000A EV has a maximum rated lifting capacity of 200 tonnes.
Is this Sarens UK’s first electric crawler crane?
Yes. It is the first electric crawler crane to enter service with Sarens UK and the first of this model delivered by SANY in the UK.
How many cranes are included in the order?
The delivery forms part of a three crane package. Two additional SCC2000A EV cranes are scheduled to arrive in the UK.
Is this the first SCC2000A EV in the wider Sarens fleet?
No. It is the second unit of this model delivered to the wider Sarens Group in Europe.
How long is the crane’s boom?
The SCC2000A EV offers main boom configurations ranging from 20 to 86 metres.
Does the crane produce emissions while operating?
The crane produces no exhaust emissions at the point of operation because its lifting functions are powered electrically rather than by a diesel engine.
Can the SCC2000A EV operate while connected to the electrical grid?
Yes. The crane can operate from its battery system and can also remain connected to a suitable external electrical supply, subject to site power availability and configuration.
What support did SANY provide during delivery?
SANY provided three days of operator induction, assembly guidance and technical assistance, including weekend support during the handover.
