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Bernard Hunter Expands Fleet with New 300-Tonne Liebherr LTM 1300-6.2

Scottish crane rental specialist Bernard Hunter has strengthened its fleet with the addition of a new 300-tonne Liebherr LTM 1300-6.2 all terrain crane. The investment continues the company’s strategy of maintaining a modern and versatile lifting fleet to support customer demand across the UK.

30-Second Takeaway Bernard Hunter has added a new Liebherr LTM 1300-6.2 all terrain crane to its fleet as part of its ongoing investment programme. The 300-tonne crane offers strong lifting performance, long boom reach, and flexible configurations for a wide range of heavy lifting projects across Scotland and the wider UK market. Bernard Hunter Takes Delivery of Liebherr LTM 1300-6.2 Scottish crane rental company Bernard Hunter has taken delivery of a new 300-tonne Liebherr LTM 1300-6.2 all terrain crane. The latest addition continues the company’s long-term investment in modern lifting equipment designed to support increasingly demanding customer requirements across multiple sectors. The crane was officially ordered during Bauma last year alongside a 150-tonne Liebherr LTM 1150-5.3, which was delivered to the company last month. The new LTM 1300-6.2 has now arrived in Scotland and joins Bernard Hunter’s growing fleet of heavy lifting equipment. Liebherr LTM 1300-6.2 Delivers Strong Reach and Lifting Flexibility The Liebherr LTM 1300-6.2 is designed to combine high lifting performance with strong mobility and operational efficiency. Seven-Section Boom Provides Extended Reach The six-axle crane features: A seven-section 78-metre main boom A 12.5 to 21-metre bi-fold swingaway extension Hydraulic offset capability up to 40 degrees Extension capability up to 35 metres The crane can also be equipped with a: 70-metre luffing jib This configuration provides substantial flexibility for complex lifting operations across infrastructure, industrial, and construction projects. Single-Engine Design Improves Efficiency The LTM 1300-6.2 utilises Liebherr’s single-engine crane concept, helping improve: Fuel efficiency Maintenance simplicity Operational economy Transport efficiency The crane’s design allows it to support demanding heavy lifting projects while maintaining strong road mobility between job sites. Bernard Hunter Continues Investing in Modern Crane Fleet Bernard Hunter said maintaining a modern fleet remains central to the company’s operational strategy. Managing Director Highlights Importance of Fleet Modernisation Managing Director Mark Rafferty said the latest crane investment reflects the company’s commitment to customer service and operational capability. “Ensuring we have a modern fleet of cranes, ready to meet the demands of our customers, is of vital importance to us,” said Rafferty. “This latest arrival is a testament to that policy.” The company continues investing across multiple crane categories to support a broad range of lifting applications. Bernard Hunter Operates Diverse Lifting and Access Fleet Founded in 1946, Bernard Hunter has grown into one of Scotland’s established crane rental and lifting specialists. Fleet Includes Mobile Cranes, Spider Cranes and Tower Cranes The company’s fleet includes equipment ranging from: A 12-tonne Böcker truck crane Liebherr all terrain cranes A 700-tonne Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1 Four- and six-axle Spierings mobile self-erecting tower cranes Maeda spider cranes and mini crawler cranes Tracked carriers Glass handling equipment Telehandlers Company Also Provides Operator Training In addition to crane rental and lifting services, Bernard Hunter also operates in-house operator training programmes to support workforce development and operational safety standards. The company serves projects across: Construction Infrastructure Industrial sectors Energy projects Specialist lifting applications About Bernard Hunter Bernard Hunter is a Scotland-based crane rental and lifting specialist established in 1946. The company provides mobile crane hire, contract lifting, heavy lifting, transport, and operator training services throughout the United Kingdom. The business operates a diverse fleet of cranes and specialist lifting equipment supporting construction, infrastructure, industrial, and energy sectors. Website:https://www.bhcranes.co.uk About Liebherr Founded in 1949, the Liebherr Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of construction and heavy lifting equipment. The company produces a broad portfolio of cranes, earthmoving machinery, mining equipment, and industrial technologies serving infrastructure, logistics, energy, and construction industries worldwide. Liebherr’s mobile crane division is internationally recognised for advanced all terrain crane technology and heavy lifting innovation. Website:https://www.liebherr.com Frequently Asked Questions What crane did Bernard Hunter purchase? Bernard Hunter purchased a new Liebherr LTM 1300-6.2 all terrain crane. What is the lifting capacity of the LTM 1300-6.2? The Liebherr LTM 1300-6.2 has a maximum lifting capacity of 300 tonnes. What boom length does the crane offer? The crane features a 78-metre main boom and can be equipped with extensions and a 70-metre luffing jib. When was the crane ordered? The crane was ordered during Bauma last year alongside a Liebherr LTM 1150-5.3. What other equipment does Bernard Hunter operate? Bernard Hunter operates mobile cranes, spider cranes, Spierings self-erecting tower cranes, tracked carriers, telehandlers, and specialist lifting equipment.

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