12.08.2025

A first crane

The German timber building manufacturer Holzbau Bögerl has taken delivery of its first mobile crane, a 50 tonne Liebherr LTC 1050-3.1.

The three axle LTM 1050-3.1 features a four section 38 metre main boom plus a nine to 16 metre bi-fold swingaway extension for a maximum tip height of almost 57 metres, although the Bögerl's took their unit wiht the basic nine metre swingaway. The crane is equipped with full remote controls for all superstructure functions, Stage V diesel and Liebherr’s VarioBase outrigger system.

Holzbau Bögerl invested in the new city type All Terrain as a reaction to its changing business, at one time most its revenues came from making roof trusses which can be easily handled by loader cranes or the site’s small self-erecting tower crane. Its current business however involves the manufacture and installation of prefabricated timber buildings involving large wall, ceiling and roof elements, which are increasingly delivered with insulation, windows an even interior fittings already installed.

Company owner Richard Bögerl said: "Our loader crane had reached its limits, so a larger, but compact mobile crane was the logical next step for us. We were impressed by the well thought out overall concept of the LTC, with its short chassis and tight turning circle. Its all wheel drive, differential locks and large tyres, also makes it ideal when working off the beaten track. The crane can also be moved with its counterweight in place, eliminating the need for additional transport, so that once on site it can be set up and ready for use within 15 to 20 minutes, saving valuable time."

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Brother Markus Bögerl added: "The LTC 1050-3.1 also impressed us technically, with its low overall height allowing us to enter places with a three metre limit. Lifting heights of up to 48 metres are possible with the folding jib. Travelling with a load is also possible which can be ideal for some sites."

Holzbau Bögerl is based in Breitenbrunn south east of Nuremburg and was established as a traditional carpentry business in 1997. Today it employs between 40 and 50 skilled staff and is benefiting from the move towards more sustainable construction solutions.