Description
Straddle carrier is a kind of high-efficiency mechanical equipment specially used for short-distance container transportation and stacking operation, and it is the container handling magic weapon. It adopts portal frame structure, which can cross over containers, and realize precise lifting and stacking of containers through the hydraulic lifting system equipped with container spreader. The equipment has excellent maneuverability and integrated traverse function to realize multi-functional operation.
Container straddle carriers are mainly divided into two categories: specialized and general-purpose according to their scope0 of application.
General-purpose straddle carrier with multi-functionality, can flexibly adapt to different sizes of container loading and unloading needs, not only can efficiently deal with 20-foot containers, but also can easily cope with 40-foot containers, suitable for multi-specification containers mixed operation scenarios.
Specialized straddle carriers, on the other hand, are designed for a single size, specifically for the loading and unloading of 20-foot or 40-foot containers, and usually have higher efficiency and stability in specific scenarios.
Specifications
| Main Technical Parameters | |||||||||||
| Basic Parameters | Rated Lifting Capacity | Under Spreader | 35 | 41 | 51 | 65 | t | ||||
| Under Hook | 45 | 50 | 61 | 75 | t | ||||||
| Lifting Height | Above Rail | 37 | 25 | 50 | 35 | 58 | 40 | 62 | 42 | m | |
| Below Rail | 12 | 15 | 18 | 20 | m | ||||||
| Front Outreach | 30 | 45 | 51 | 65 | m | ||||||
| Rear Outreach | 10 | 15 | 15 | 25 | m | ||||||
| Rail Gauge | 16 | 16/22 | 30.48 | 30.48 | m | ||||||
| Total Trolley Travel Distance | 56 | 76/82 | 96.48 | 120.48 | m | ||||||
| Inside Clearance Between Legs | ≥17.5 | ≥17.5 | ≥18.5 | ≥18.5 | m | ||||||
| Clear Height of Middle Cross Beam | ≥13 | ≥13 | ≥13 | ≥13 | m | ||||||
| Distance Between Gantry Bumpers | ≤27 | ≤27 | ≤27 | ≤27 | m | ||||||
| Speed Parameters | Full Load | 50 | 60 | 75 | 90 | m/min | |||||
| Lifting Speed | No Load | 120 | 120 | 150 | 180 | m/min | |||||
| Trolley Traveling Speed | 180 | 210 | 240 | 240 | m/min | ||||||
| GantryTraveling Speed | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | m/min | ||||||
| Boom Hoisting Time (One Way) | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | min | ||||||
Advantages
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Integrated Full-Cycle Operation
A straddle carrier is a self-propelled, rubber-tired machine that independently handles the entire container movement cycle—from quay transfer to yard positioning—without needing tractors, trailers, or fixed cranes. It can pick up, transport, stack, and load/unload containers in a single integrated workflow, significantly reducing intermediate steps and terminal operating costs .
Superior Yard Flexibility & Maneuverability
With advanced multi-directional steering systems (including crab steering) and a compact turning radius, the carrier operates efficiently in tight spaces and congested areas . Its freedom from fixed rails allows terminal layouts to be reconfigured without major civil works, offering unmatched adaptability for evolving operational needs .
Efficient Multi-Layer Stacking
Designed to stack containers two to four containers high, straddle carriers maximize yard storage density without requiring dedicated row assignments or a separate horizontal transport fleet . This capability, combined with optional telescopic functions for double-stacking, optimizes space utilization in land-constrained terminals .
Customizable & Automation-Ready
The carrier is highly customizable in capacity, dimensions, layout, and powertrain (diesel, electric, or hybrid), adapting to diverse loads up to 120+ tons . Advanced models integrate GPS positioning, smart stacking, collision avoidance systems, a
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