Precision Load Handling
The Smart Alternative to Conventional Crane Hire
HIAB vehicles combine the manoeuvrability of a road-going lorry with powerful on-board crane capability - making them the go-to solution when access, space, or programme demands something more flexible.
When a full-size mobile crane is overkill - or simply can't get to where the load needs to go - a HIAB is often the perfect solution. Our modern HIAB vehicles are equipped with powerful knuckle boom cranes capable of precise load placement in locations that would challenge conventional lifting equipment.
At Lift-Rigg UK, we supply HIAB hire with experienced, licenced operators who know how to work efficiently in constrained environments - from urban construction sites and roadside deliveries to rooftop installations and industrial premises. Fast to mobilise, competitively priced, and incredibly versatile, HIAB hire is one of the most practical lifting solutions available.
Ideal for Restricted Access Sites
HIAB vehicles are compact, road-legal, and highly manoeuvrable - making them the natural choice for urban sites, tight yards, and locations where larger plant simply won't fit.
Precision Placement Every Time
The articulated knuckle boom delivers impressive reach and precise load control, allowing our operators to place materials and equipment exactly where they need to go.
Fast Mobilisation, Minimal Setup
Unlike a mobile crane, a HIAB requires no lengthy setup or outrigger preparation - meaning your lift can get underway quickly and your programme stays on track.
One Vehicle. Lift and Deliver.
HIAB vehicles combine transport and lifting in a single unit - eliminating the need for separate haulage and crane hire, and keeping your costs straightforward.
Everything Covered
What's Included in Our Hiab Hire
A Versatile Solution
HIAB Hire Applications
HIAB vehicles are one of the most versatile pieces of lifting and handling equipment available. Common applications include:
Construction material delivery and placement
Lifting and positioning timber, steel, blocks, and other materials directly to where they're needed on site
Rooftop installations
Placing plant, equipment, and materials onto roofs and elevated structures without the need for a mobile crane
Street furniture and signage installation
Precise placement of bollards, barriers, signs, and street furniture in urban environments
Plant and machinery moves
Loading, transporting, and positioning heavy equipment between locations on or between sites
Modular and pre-fabricated building installation
Lifting and positioning modular units, cabins, and pre-fab structures quickly and accurately
Utilities and infrastructure
Installing ducting, cable drums, drainage components, and other utilities infrastructure with precision
Garden and landscaping
Placing large planters, water features, stonework, and hard landscaping elements in restricted access locations
Waste and skip handling
Positioning and retrieving skips, waste containers, and bulk bags in tight or awkward locations
