Wire Cranes and Lifting Takes Delivery of 250-Tonne Grove GMK5250XL-1
- Meagan Wood
- May 7
- 3 min read
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Wire Cranes and Lifting has added a new Grove GMK5250XL-1 all terrain crane to its fleet, marking the company’s fourth new crane investment in six months. The 250-tonne crane delivers long boom reach, advanced outrigger technology, and strong lifting performance for infrastructure, industrial, and construction projects.
Wire Cranes and Lifting Expands Fleet with Grove GMK5250XL-1
UK crane rental company Wire Cranes and Lifting has taken delivery of a new 250-tonne Grove GMK5250XL-1 all terrain crane. The latest addition strengthens the company’s lifting capabilities and continues a significant fleet expansion programme that has seen four brand-new cranes added within the past six months. The new crane is now ready to enter service supporting projects across the UK.
Grove GMK5250XL-1 Offers Long Reach and High Performance
The Grove GMK5250XL-1 is designed to deliver strong lifting performance combined with extended reach and flexible jobsite operation.
Crane Features 78.5-Metre Main Boom
The five-axle all terrain crane includes:
Eight-section 78.5-metre telescopic main boom
18-metre bi-fold swingaway extension
Additional inserts extending jib length to 34 metres
The long boom configuration allows the crane to support a wide range of lifting applications across infrastructure, industrial, and commercial construction projects.
Maxbase System Improves Setup Flexibility
The crane is also equipped with:
Grove Maxbase variable outrigger system
All-wheel steering capability
The Maxbase system allows different outrigger extension positions on each side of the crane, helping maximise lifting performance in restricted jobsite environments. All-wheel steering improves manoeuvrability and access on confined construction sites and urban projects.
Single Engine Design Supports Efficiency and Sustainability
Power for the GMK5250XL-1 comes from a Single Mercedes Stage V diesel engine.
The engine is also HVO fuel compatible,allowing operators to use hydrotreated vegetable oil as a lower-emission fuel alternative where available.
The single-engine design helps reduce:
Fuel consumption
Maintenance requirements
Overall operating costs
while maintaining high operational performance.
Wire Cranes Highlights Ongoing Fleet Expansion
Company executives said the new Grove crane represents another important milestone in the company’s continued growth strategy.
New Crane Strengthens Service Offering
Managing Director Andy Unsworth said the GMK5250XL-1 significantly expands the company’s lifting capability.
“The addition of the GMK5250XL-1 marks our fourth brand-new crane in the last six months and with this one, we go big,” said Unsworth.
“The capabilities this crane brings will further strengthen what we can offer our clients and support our ever-growing customer base.”
Company Continues Investing in Larger Capacity Cranes
General Manager James Rankin said the crane reflects the company’s ongoing direction and growth ambitions.
“The arrival of our new GMK5250XL-1 really shows the direction we are moving in… the capacity and specification of this crane are very impressive,” said Rankin.
Wire Cranes and Lifting Continues Growing UK Presence
Founded in 2023, Wire Cranes and Lifting has rapidly expanded its fleet and operational capabilities.
Company Operates Broad Crane and Lifting Fleet
Based in Warrington, North West England, the company operates a fleet including:
All terrain cranes from 35 to 500 tonnes
Mobile self-erecting tower cranes
Spider cranes
The fleet supports a range of lifting applications throughout the UK construction, infrastructure, and industrial sectors.
Demand Continues Growing for High-Capacity Mobile Cranes
The investment reflects continued demand across the UK lifting market for modern all terrain cranes offering:
Longer boom lengths
Higher lifting capacities
Improved fuel efficiency
Advanced jobsite flexibility
Lower emissions capability
Manufacturers continue focusing on cranes capable of combining heavy lifting performance with reduced operational costs and improved environmental performance.
About Wire Cranes and Lifting
Wire Cranes and Lifting is a UK-based crane rental and lifting solutions provider established in 2023. The company supplies mobile cranes, spider cranes, and specialist lifting services for construction, infrastructure, industrial, and commercial projects across the United Kingdom.
About Grove
Grove is a global mobile crane manufacturer and part of The Manitowoc Company. The brand produces all terrain cranes, rough terrain cranes, truck cranes, and military lifting equipment used throughout construction, infrastructure, energy, and industrial sectors worldwide.
Website:https://www.manitowoc.com/grove
Frequently Asked Questions
What crane did Wire Cranes and Lifting purchase?
The company purchased a Grove GMK5250XL-1 all terrain crane.
What is the lifting capacity of the GMK5250XL-1?
The crane has a maximum lifting capacity of 250 tonnes.
What boom length does the crane offer?
The crane features a 78.5-metre main boom with jib configurations extending up to 34 metres.
What is Grove’s Maxbase system?
Maxbase is Grove’s variable outrigger setup system that allows flexible outrigger positioning to optimise lifting performance in restricted spaces.
Where is Wire Cranes and Lifting based?
The company is based in Warrington, North West England.
