HOWO 4x2 4-Ton Knuckle Boom Crane Truck SQ3.2T 7.76 m Reach for Construction Lifting

★ A HOWO 4x2 crane truck with a SQ3.2T knuckle boom, 7.76 m reach and a practical dropside bed for lifting and carrying construction loads.

SQ3.2T Knuckle Boom Performance

▶ The SQ3.2T crane is a four-tonne-class knuckle boom with a rated lift of 3,200 kg at 2 m. Capacity falls to 1,600 kg at 3.56 m, 750 kg at 5.66 m and 350 kg at 7.76 m as the boom extends, so the load chart must be followed for every lift. The boom folds compactly behind the cab, leaving the cargo bed clear for payload.

Six manual levers control slewing, boom extension, luffing, hoisting and the two outriggers. The crane slews 360 degrees and can work over the rear or either side of the truck once the outriggers are deployed. A hook and sling set is supplied; a remote control and additional hydraulic tools can be specified.

Dropside Bed and Outriggers

▶ The cargo bed is a steel dropside platform about 4,200 x 2,100 mm with 500 mm side gates, stake pockets and a fold-down tailgate. With the crane mounted behind the cab, the remaining bed length carries pipes, bricks, machinery, poles or bagged materials. The floor is steel plate with lashing points along the chassis.

Two hydraulic outriggers stabilise the truck during lifting. They extend sideways and down onto pads, and must be fully deployed on firm ground before the boom is operated. The outrigger beams are interlocked with the crane control so that lifting is inhibited until the legs are set.

Chassis and Cab

▶ The HOWO 4x2 chassis uses a turbocharged diesel engine, a six-speed manual gearbox and a leaf-spring rear axle. The frame is reinforced behind the cab to take the crane base and outrigger loads. Hydraulic power steering and a tight turning circle help in building sites and narrow yards.

The cab seats three in a single row, with a car-style dashboard, adjustable steering column and optional air conditioning. A reverse camera and working lights are recommended for crane operation. The steel bumper and halogen headlights are easy to repair in export markets.

Applications and Export Supply

▶ Typical duties include lifting bricks and mortar to upper floors, placing pipes and manholes, delivering generators and compressors, erecting street lights and moving equipment between sites. The combination of crane and dropside bed lets one truck lift and transport in a single trip.

Options include a remote crane control, additional stabiliser pads, a tarpaulin body, higher side panels, a work light kit and fleet telematics. Left-hand drive is standard and right-hand drive can be ordered. Each unit ships with a load chart, crane manual, hook and sling set, export documents and a 25-40 day lead time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can the crane lift at full reach?

The SQ3.2T lifts 3,200 kg at 2 m, 1,600 kg at 3.56 m, 750 kg at 5.66 m and 350 kg at 7.76 m. Always use the load chart for the actual radius; the figures are maximum ratings with outriggers deployed on firm ground.

Why is it called a 4-ton crane truck?

It is a four-tonne-class knuckle boom. The SQ3.2T nameplate rates the crane at 3,200 kg at 2 m, so the practical lifting capacity depends on radius rather than a single number.

Are outriggers included?

Yes. Two hydraulic outriggers are fitted and must be fully deployed before lifting. They extend sideways and down onto pads, and the crane control is interlocked with the outrigger position.

Send the loads you need to lift, the working radius and the destination port for a crane sizing check and FOB quotation within 24 hours.