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Canadian jobsites get tight fast, and the work still has to move. When you need a crane that can lift, move, and set loads without taking over the whole site, a Broderson carry deck crane is a smart fit. It’s built for short picks, quick moves, and steady placement on busy sites like structure work, steel erection, plant maintenance, and tight-access builds.
Cropac supports Broderson carry deck cranes across Canada with new and used options, plus help choosing the right model for your work. Tell us what you’re lifting, where you’re working, and how much room you have, and we’ll point you to a carry deck crane that fits your job and your timeline.
A carry deck crane is a compact crane that can pick a load and carry it on the deck while moving around the site. Broderson carry deck cranes are made for tight spaces where a larger crane is hard to place or slow to move. They are commonly used for quick lifts, short travel, and accurate set-down.
Why it matters?On many sites, time gets lost moving materials around and resetting equipment. A carry deck crane helps crews lift and relocate loads without constant re-staging. That means cleaner site flow, fewer bottlenecks, and less waiting when steel, materials, or gear need to land in a specific spot.
How are carry deck cranes used?Broderson carry deck cranes are used for repeat lifts and short moves like setting steel, placing skids, moving tools and materials, loading trucks, and positioning equipment indoors or near structures. They are a strong choice when access is tight and the lift path is short.
Broderson carry deck cranes are popular because they work well in tight spaces and can lift and move loads on-site.
Call 1-844-9-CROPAC to talk to a Broderson carry deck crane specialist.
The Broderson IC-20 carry deck crane is built for tight work areas where access is limited and lifts happen quickly. It is Broderson’s smallest pick and carry deck crane, but it is made with durable construction and smooth controls for precise handling. Its tight turning radius helps crews move and position the crane in space-constrained areas without wasting time, even in narrow lanes with jobsite traffic and crews nearby. This makes it easier to stay productive when the work area is busy and there is not much room to reset.
The IC-20 is a strong fit for maintenance work where lifts happen in close quarters and overhead clearance matters. With its compact profile and footprint, it works well in places where larger cranes cannot fit or cannot turn around easily. If you want the right match, Cropac can help you confirm whether the IC-20 carry deck crane fits your site layout and the lifts you need to make, based on your access limits and lifting needs before the crane ever arrives.
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The Broderson IC-35 carry deck crane is built for tight work areas where you still need lifting capacity. With an 8,000 lb (4 ton) rating, it gives crews smooth control and operation for frequent picks. It is designed with a compact profile and a tight turning radius, so you can position closer to the load in tight work sites. That makes it a practical choice when the job has access is limited. It also helps crews work efficiently without stopping to reset the crane, especially when moves repeat throughout the shift.
The IC-35 is a strong fit for plant maintenance, industrial work, and jobs where repositioning happens all day. It also helps reduce operator fatigue with direct mechanical over hydraulic controls that feel smooth and predictable during precise placement. Looking for the right carry deck crane? Cropac Equipment can help you confirm whether the IC-35 carry deck crane fits your site layout and the lifts you need to make. We can also help you choose the right configuration based on clearances, typical picks, and how your crew works.
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The Broderson IC-40 carry deck crane is built for tight work areas where you need real lifting power and smooth control. With a 9,000 lb (4.5 ton) rating, it is a strong pick-and-carry option for daily lifts on busy sites. Its compact profile and tight turning radius help you move in, line up, and place loads without wasting space. This is especially useful when you are working around obstacles, stored materials, or active crews. It is a practical choice when the jobsite stays crowded and the pace never slows down.
The Broderson IC-40 carry deck crane is a great fit for industrial work, maintenance crews, and construction sites where lifts happen all day. It uses fully hydraulic controls for smooth, precise operation, and it offers 360° continuous boom rotation for easier positioning. That rotation helps you stay aligned to the load without constant repositioning, which can save time on tight sites. If you want the right match, Cropac can help you confirm whether the IC-40 carry deck crane fits your site layout, your clearances, and the picks you need to make.
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The Broderson IC-80 carry deck crane is built for tight work areas where you still need serious lifting capacity. With an 18,000 lb (9 ton) rating, it is a strong pick-and-carry option for industrial work that runs all day. Its compact profile helps you work around obstacles, and its 4-wheel steer options make it easier to line up and place loads without wasting space. That maneuverability helps in crowded plants, busy yards, and job sites where turning room is limited, and it keeps the crew moving when space is tight.
The IC-80 is a great fit for plant maintenance, industrial construction, and staging work where repositioning is constant. It offers 360° continuous boom rotation and an exclusive 3-position outrigger system to support controlled lifts in close quarters. This makes it easier to set up and place loads with solid control when clearance is tight. If you want the right match, Cropac can help you confirm whether the IC-80 fits your site layout, clearances, and typical picks, based on how you work day to day.
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The Broderson IC-100 carry deck crane is built for tight work areas where you need the most lifting capacity and the longest reach in the carry deck lineup. With 20,000 lbs capacity on outriggers, it is a strong fit for heavy picks that still need controlled positioning. Its compact profile and 4-wheel steer modes help you work around obstacles and line up without wasting space. That combination makes it a smart choice when you need more crane without a bigger footprint.
The Broderson IC-100 is a great fit for industrial construction, plant work, and staging jobs where lifts keep coming all day. It offers 360° continuous boom rotation and an exclusive 3-position outrigger system to support steady, controlled lifts in close quarters. It can also handle pick-and-carry loads up to 11,200 lbs, and carry deck loads up to 14,000 lbs when centered, which helps when materials need to move short distances on site. If you want the right match, Cropac can help confirm fit for your site, clearances, and typical picks.
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The Broderson IC-200 carry deck crane is built for tight work areas where you still need serious lifting power. With a 30,000 lb (13.6 ton) rating, it gives crews the capacity to handle heavier picks without moving to a larger crane. Its compact, low-profile design helps clear overhead obstacles, and the crane’s steering flexibility makes it easier to work in crowded plants and busy yards. That means you can keep heavy picks moving without needing extra space to set up. It is a practical choice when access is limited but the loads are not. For many crews, it fills the gap between compact carry deck handling and heavier lift demands.
The Broderson IC-200 is a strong fit for industrial maintenance and construction work where lifts happen all day and repositioning is constant. It features 360° continuous boom rotation, a 50 ft main boom, and up to 73 ft 10 in max tip height with the boom extension, so you can place loads with better control. If you want the right match, Cropac can help confirm whether the IC-200 fits your site layout, clearances, and typical picks.
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The Broderson IC-250 carry deck crane is built for tight work areas where you still need serious lifting capacity. With 36,000 lbs (16.3 tons) on outriggers, it is a strong choice for heavier picks without stepping up to a larger crane. Its compact, low-profile design helps clear overhead obstacles, and the steering options make it easier to move, line up, and work in tight spaces. This makes it a practical option when the load is heavy but access is limited.
The Broderson IC-250 is a great fit for industrial and maintenance work where picks happen all day and the crane needs to reposition often. It features a 50 ft main boom, 360° continuous boom rotation, and up to 79 ft 6 in max tip height with the boom extension, so crews can place loads with better control. The 3-position outrigger system also helps you set up the way the site allows, especially when space is limited. If you want the right match, Cropac can help confirm whether the IC-250 fits your site layout and typical picks.
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The Broderson IC-280 carry deck crane is built for tight work areas where you need heavier lifting capacity and steady control. It is a strong option for industrial jobs that involve frequent picks, short moves, and precise placement. With its compact footprint and low profile, the IC-280 can work around obstacles and overhead clearance limits without forcing larger crane setups. It is a solid fit when space is limited but the lift still needs real capacity.
The IC-280 is a great match for maintenance, construction support, and staging work where the crane has to reposition often. Its 360° continuous boom rotation helps crews stay aligned to the load, and the outrigger setup supports controlled lifts when the pick is heavy. On busy sites, this can reduce resets and keep the crew moving through the day. If you want the right match, Cropac can help confirm whether the IC-280 fits your site layout and typical picks. We can also help you compare the IC-280 to nearby models based on your workflow and access limits.
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The Broderson IC-400 carry deck crane is built for tight work areas where you still need long reach and lifting capacity. With 50,000 lbs (22,700 kg) on outriggers, it handles heavier picks while staying compact enough for industrial sites. Its four-section boom extends to 72 ft 5 in (20.7 m), with 98 ft 6 in (30.02 m) sheave height and 88 ft (26.83 m) horizontal reach for placing loads away without bringing in a bigger crane. This helps crews cover the work area from one setup and reduce repositioning.
The IC-400 is a strong fit for plant maintenance, construction support, and steel work where the crane needs to travel, set up, and lift all day. 360° rotation and the IC-400’s steering options help crews line up on the load and keep moves controlled when space is tight. It also works well for staged material handling, long picks, and frequent placement work where timing matters. If you want the right match, Cropac can help confirm clearances, lift radius, and picks so the IC-400 fits your plan before you mobilize.
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If you are searching for a Broderson carry deck crane, the details matter. Lift capacity, load charts, boom length, and outrigger positions all affect what the crane can do on your site. We put this Broderson carry deck crane FAQ together to cover the questions we hear most from our customers, crews, rental houses, and construction project managers. Use the answers below to compare options, understand the basics, and choose the right Broderson carry deck crane.
A Broderson carry deck crane is a compact crane designed to lift loads and move them around a jobsite. Carry deck cranes have a flat deck used for carrying materials and a boom mounted near the center of the machine. The boom rotates so the operator can pick from one spot and place from another without re-positioning as much. Carry deck cranes are often used when space is tight and lifts are frequent. They are popular for industrial plants, maintenance work, and construction support where you need mobility but do not have room for a larger crane.
Broderson carry deck cranes are used for jobs where loads need to be picked, moved a short distance, and set precisely. Common uses include:
They are also useful when you have repeated lifts across a shift and want a crane that can travel and work without constant re-mobilizing.
Yes, many Broderson carry deck cranes are used indoors because they are compact and easy to maneuver. Indoor use depends on your site rules and the crane’s fuel type and emissions requirements. Some sites require certain fuel configurations or ventilation plans.
Before you commit to a model, it helps to confirm doorway height, aisle width, turning space, and any overhead obstructions like pipes, cable trays, or sprinklers.
A load chart is the crane’s rulebook. It tells you what the crane can lift at specific boom lengths, radii, and configurations. It also shows different ratings for on outriggers vs on rubber, and sometimes different outrigger positions.
If any of those change, the capacity can change fast. That is why a quick “close enough” estimate is risky.
Often, yes. Outrigger pads help spread the load and protect the surface. This is especially important indoors on concrete floors, around trench plates, or near areas with underground services.
Pads also help with stability on softer ground. If the crane is not level or the surface is weak, it can affect safety and capacity. The safest move is to plan the lift around proper support under each outrigger.
Yes. Cropac supports Broderson carry deck cranes through equipment sales, rentals, OEM parts, and service support. If you tell us what you are lifting, where you are lifting, and what access looks like, we can point you to the right model and the right next step.
A carry deck crane is built for short moves and tight access. It is smaller than many rough terrain cranes and usually has a lower profile. That helps it work under pipe racks, inside plants, and in crowded laydown yards. The big difference is the “carry deck” feature. You can place tools, rigging, or materials on the deck and move them with you. On many jobs, that reduces extra handling and saves valueable and costly time between picks.
Broderson carry deck cranes typically range from about 5,000 lb (2.5 tons) on smaller models up to about 50,000 lb (25 tons) on larger models. Your real lifting capacity depends on the model, lift radius, boom length, and whether you are lifting on outriggers or on rubber. For safe planning, please contact a Cropac product specialist and always use the load chart for the exact crane and configuration you are running.
Lifting capacity is the maximum load the crane can lift while stationary and stabilized, often on outriggers. Pick and carry capacity is the maximum load the crane can move while traveling with the load.
Pick and carry is usually lower because movement adds risk. Loads can shift, swing, or create side forces during travel. That is why manufacturers set stricter limits for moving with a suspended load.
For many heavier picks, yes. Outriggers widen the crane’s footprint and improve stability, which increases rated capacity. Some lighter lifts may be allowed on rubber, depending on the model and the load chart.
Outrigger setup is not “one size fits all.” Some cranes allow different outrigger positions, which affects capacity. That is why the load chart must match the exact setup you are using.
If you want the right model the first time, you need a few clear job details:
Even a quick site sketch or a few photos can make model selection much easier.
Many models have steering options designed for tight maneuvering. Depending on the machine, you may see modes that help reduce turning radius and improve positioning in narrow areas.
This matters most in plants and congested sites where every inch counts. If steering features are a deciding factor, confirm them model-by-model before you book a rental or purchase.
Not sure which Broderson crane part you need? Our team helps you identify the right components using your crane model, serial number, and daily use. We’ll guide you through part identification, fitment, and ordering with no surprises. Contact a parts specialist below for clear answers, accurate quotes, and the right Broderson parts to keep your crane running safely.
