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Ainscough Invests £40 Million in Liebherr All-Terrain Cranes to Modernise UK Fleet

Ainscough Crane Hire invests £40 million in Liebherr all-terrain cranes, taking delivery of the first seven units from a 14-crane order to modernise its UK fleet.

30 Second Takeaway Ainscough Crane Hire , the UK’s largest crane rental company, has begun taking delivery of the first seven cranes from a 14-unit Liebherr all-terrain order , part of a £40 million fleet investment programme . The order includes LTM 1230-5.1  and LTM 1300-6.3  cranes, strengthening lifting capacity, improving transport efficiency, and accelerating the company’s transition to modern, lower-emission crane technology . Ainscough Begins Delivery of Major Liebherr Order UK rental specialist Ainscough Crane Hire  has taken delivery of the first seven Liebherr all-terrain cranes  from a 14-unit order , marking a significant milestone in a £40 million investment programme . The package comprises: Seven 230-tonne Liebherr LTM 1230-5.1 Seven 300-tonne Liebherr LTM 1300-6.3 The new cranes will replace a number of older five- and six-axle units , forming a key part of Ainscough’s ongoing fleet modernisation strategy . LTM 1230-5.1: Compact Power with Long Reach The five-axle Liebherr LTM 1230-5.1  is equipped with an eight-section 75-metre main boom , offering exceptional reach within a compact footprint. Key features include: 11.5–20 metre bi-fold swingaway extension Offset capability of up to 40 degrees Up to three 7-metre inserts  between boom nose and swingaway Maximum tip height of 113 metres  with the main boom at 68 metres This configuration makes the LTM 1230-5.1  highly versatile for infrastructure, industrial, and construction lifting operations. LTM 1300-6.3: 300-Tonne Performance with Advanced Technology The six-axle Liebherr LTM 1300-6.3  delivers higher lifting capacity and extended reach for demanding projects. Specifications include: Eight-section 90-metre main boom 11.5–20 metre bi-fold swingaway extension Up to two 7-metre inserts , delivering a 121-metre tip height Optional 43-metre lattice extension , increasing tip height to 126 metres Advanced features fitted to the LTM 1300-6.3 include: VarioBase® Plus  outrigger setup and monitoring VarioBallast®  variable counterweight Auto-Ballast Wind-speed-related load charts Leadership Perspective on Fleet Investment Mark James , Ainscough’s Operations Support Director , commented on the strategic importance of the new cranes: “The new cranes Liebherr are manufacturing feature longer booms and reduced counterweight  than their predecessors, making them easier to transport  and bringing unprecedented levels of efficiency  to our fleet.” He added: “We are continuously investing in our fleet to ensure that our customers benefit from the latest equipment  and to remain the market leader for lifting services in the UK . This package is just part of a wider crane investment that currently stands at £40 million  over the past few years.” Additional Fleet Growth and Zero-Emission Technology In addition to the 14-unit Liebherr order, Ainscough  has taken delivery of seven more cranes this year , including: One 700-tonne Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1 Four 60-tonne Liebherr LTM 1060-3.1 Two 50-tonne Liebherr LTC 1050-3.1E hybrid cranes The LTC 1050-3.1E , the first of its kind in the UK , is Liebherr’s first mobile crane capable of zero-emission operation , reinforcing Ainscough’s commitment to sustainable lifting solutions . About Ainscough Crane Hire Ainscough Crane Hire  is the UK’s largest crane rental company , operating a fleet of more than 400 cranes  from 30 depots across the UK . The company provides lifting solutions across construction, infrastructure, industrial, and heavy-lift sectors. Ainscough continues to invest heavily in modern, efficient, and low-emission crane technology  to support customer demands and maintain its market-leading position. 🔗 Website:   https://www.ainscough.co.uk About Liebherr Liebherr  is a global leader in the manufacture of mobile cranes , crawler cranes , and heavy lifting equipment. Known for engineering excellence , innovation , and long-term reliability , Liebherr remains at the forefront of crane technology development. The LTM 1230-5.1 , LTM 1300-6.3 , and LTC 1050-3.1E  represent Liebherr’s focus on performance , transport efficiency , and sustainability . 🔗 Website:   https://www.liebherr.com Frequently Asked Questions How much has Ainscough invested in its crane fleet? Ainscough has invested £40 million  in fleet upgrades over recent years. How many cranes are included in the Liebherr order? The Liebherr order includes 14 all-terrain cranes   seven LTM 1230-5.1  and seven LTM 1300-6.3 . What makes the new cranes more efficient? Longer booms, reduced counterweight requirements, and advanced systems such as VarioBase® Plus  and Auto-Ballast  improve transport and on-site efficiency. Does the investment include sustainable technology? Yes. Ainscough has added LTC 1050-3.1E hybrid cranes , capable of zero-emission operation , the first of their kind in the UK. How large is Ainscough’s total fleet? Ainscough operates over 400 cranes  across 30 UK de

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