Crane rental in McAllen, TX: size your lift and get a free quote
Tell us the weight, the distance from where the crane can park, and the date. We pass one clear request to a local crane company that can do the lift, and they quote you directly.
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1. Find the right crane size (free, 30 seconds)
Cranes lift less the farther the load is from the crane. Enter your heaviest piece and how far it has to reach. This is a rough guide; the operator's load chart decides.
Rough guide only. Based on a 25% safety margin and published Texas rates; the operator's load chart and written quote decide.
2. Typical Texas crane rates (operated, per hour)
Published 2025 rates from a Texas crane company, shown so you know the ballpark before you call. Rio Grande Valley quotes will differ. Expect a 3–4 hour minimum, travel time both ways, fuel surcharge, permits, and rigger time on top.
| Crane class | Typical hourly rate | Usual minimum | Minimum charge |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23-ton boom truck | $155/hr | 3 hr | $465+ |
| 30-ton boom truck | $175/hr | 4 hr | $700+ |
| 40-ton hydraulic | $205/hr | 4 hr | $820+ |
| 50-ton hydraulic | $225/hr | 4 hr | $900+ |
| 60-ton hydraulic | $250/hr | 4 hr | $1,000+ |
| 75-ton hydraulic | $310/hr | 4 hr | $1,240+ |
| 100-ton hydraulic | $355/hr | 4 hr | $1,420+ |
| 120-ton hydraulic | $440/hr | 4 hr | $1,760+ |
| 165-ton hydraulic | $520/hr | 4 hr | $2,080+ |
Source: North Texas Crane Service, 2025 crane rental rate sheet (operated, plus 7% fuel surcharge, portal-to-portal time). Shown for orientation only; not a quote and not Rio Grande Valley pricing.
3. Have these ready before you ask for a quote
- Weight of the heaviest piece (spec sheet, nameplate, or supplier invoice)
- Reach: distance from the crane's setup spot to the set point, and the set height (roof, mezzanine, second floor)
- Ground at the setup spot: paved, gravel, caliche, or soft dirt. Mats may be needed after rain
- Overhead power lines, trees, or buildings near the swing path
- Street or lot access, and whether a lane closure or city permit is needed
- Date, start time, and how long the crane is needed (most jobs have a 3–4 hour minimum)
- Operated crane (with operator) or bare rental (you supply a certified operator)
- Rigging: who supplies slings, spreader bar, and a signal person
Common crane jobs in the Valley
HVAC and rooftop units
Setting and swapping rooftop units on stores, schools, and warehouses. Often a boom truck job.
Warehouse and logistics
Racking, machinery, and dock equipment for the Pharr–Hidalgo freight corridor.
Steel, trusses, and framing
Setting trusses, beams, and metal-building parts for new construction.
Industrial and plant work
Outage lifts, tanks, generators, and transformers.
Signs, poles, and lighting
Pylon signs, light poles, and billboards.
Residential lifts
Pools, spas, palm trees, tiny homes, and shipping containers.
Get a free crane quote
One request, sent to a local crane company. They reply by phone or email, usually the same business day.
Crane rental questions
How much does it cost to rent a crane in McAllen?
Most operated crane rentals are billed by the hour with a 3–4 hour minimum. Published Texas rates run about $155–$175 an hour for a 23–30 ton boom truck, $205–$310 for a 40–75 ton hydraulic crane, and $355 or more for 100 tons and up, before travel time, fuel surcharge, permits, and riggers. A short boom truck job often lands around $600–$1,500. Larger lifts can reach several thousand dollars. Your written quote is the real number.
What size crane do I need?
It depends on the weight and the reach, not just the weight. A crane's rated capacity drops quickly as the load moves away from it. A 2-ton rooftop unit set 40 feet away may need a 20–30 ton boom truck. Use the sizer above for a rough guide, then the crane company confirms it with their load chart.
Do you rent cranes with an operator?
Most requests here are for operated rentals, where the crane company sends a certified operator. Bare rentals (you supply the operator) are less common and need proof of an NCCCO-certified operator and insurance.
How fast can I get a crane?
Boom trucks can sometimes go out the same or next business day. Larger cranes usually need a few days for scheduling, permits, and travel. Send your date with the request.
Who will quote me?
We are a free quote desk, not the crane company. We send your request to a local crane company in the Rio Grande Valley that handles your type of lift, and they contact you with a quote. You pay them, not us.
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