ELMA Spider Cranes: Compact Size, Power and Maximum Stability


ELMA’s range of spider cranes is engineered to deliver maximum performance in lifting and load handling, even in the most confined or uneven environments. Thanks to their articulated stabilizers, compact dimensions and crawler undercarriage, these mini spider cranes ensure optimal stability, mobility and precision on both indoor and outdoor job sites.

Developed with a design logic similar to Platform Basket aerial platforms, ELMA spider cranes can operate in stabilized mode or as pick & carry units, making them ideal for construction, maintenance, installation work and logistics in restricted-access or sensitive areas.

Mini spider cranes that are easy to use anywhere

ELMA’s mini spider cranes are designed to be intuitive and easy to operate, even for less experienced users. The user-friendly control interface and compact structure make these machines suitable for a wide variety of applications, both indoors and outdoors.

Their articulated stabilizers provide solid positioning even on uneven or limited surfaces, ensuring safe and efficient operation in all conditions.

All versions are available with FULL-RADIO remote control, managing crane movements, winch, drive and stabilizers for complete efficiency and safety.

Mini Gru Cingolate MCR30 - ELMA


Spider cranes with variable position stabilizers and 3Tm lifting capacity



Mini Gru Cingolate MCR40 - ELMA

Spider cranes with variable position stabilizers and 4Tm lifting capacity



Mini Gru Cingolate MCX90 - ELMA

Spider cranes with variable position stabilizers and 9Tm lifting capacity



Mini Gru Cingolate MCX110 - ELMA

Spider cranes with variable position stabilizers and 11Tm lifting capacity.


All ELMA spider cranes are built for maximum practicality:
  • Transportability: All models can be moved using a 3.5-ton trailer, making deployment fast and flexible.
  • Application versatility: Perfect for material handling, construction, facility maintenance and structural assembly, even in difficult-to-reach areas.
  • Lightweight construction: The low operational weight ensures minimal ground pressure, allowing use on delicate flooring, raised slabs, mezzanines or tiled surfaces.
  • Spider configuration: Articulated outriggers offer superior stability on irregular ground and make it possible to work in tight areas with high safety margins.

ELMA’s spider cranes are available with several power options to meet diverse operational needs:

Le gru con ragno ELMA sono disponibili con diverse motorizzazioni per adattarsi alle esigenze di ogni ambiente operativoo:

  • Petrol engine: Ideal for outdoor sites and traditional construction environments.
  • Bi‑energy configuration: Combines petrol engine and 220V single-phase electric motor for indoor and outdoor versatility.
  • Full electric version (E version): Powered by lithium-ion batteries with on-board charging system, ensuring zero emissions and low noise, ideal for indoor environments, historic centers or sensitive work areas.

Reliability, resistance and high technology


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