Used Liebherr Cranes for Sale – Crawler, Mobile, All-terrain & parts

Liebherr Cranes at VEMA Crane: Your Partner in Quality and Innovation

At VEMA Crane, we understand that choosing the right crane is crucial for the efficiency and safety of your projects. That’s why we are proud to offer an extensive selection of Liebherr cranes: a brand recognized worldwide for its unparalleled quality, reliability, and technological innovation. Liebherr cranes are equipped with cutting-edge technology and advanced features that enhance performance and safety. The company’s extensive product range includes mobile and crawler cranes, designed to meet the demands of various industries, from construction and infrastructure to energy and logistics.

Why Buy a Used Liebherr Crane?

Liebherr is one of the few crane brands that combines strong residual value with long-term supportability, and that is exactly what makes the used market so attractive. A well-maintained Liebherr typically holds its value better than comparable machines, so your investment stays protected years after purchase.

Parts Availability and Worldwide Service

Liebherr maintains a global service and spare-parts organisation, and components for older series remain available far longer than the industry average. Wherever your project is located, support is rarely more than a region away.

Proven Technology

Systems such as LICCON crane control, VarioBase variable outrigger support and Liebherr’s telescoping technology have been refined over multiple generations. On a used machine you get technology that has already proven itself in the field, without paying for a new build.

Immediate Availability

Lead times on new cranes can run well over a year. A used Liebherr from stock can be inspected, purchased and shipped within weeks, so you can take on work now instead of next season.

Lower Total Cost of Ownership

Robust build quality, high uptime and a deep second-hand parts market keep operating costs predictable across the full lifecycle of the machine.

Understanding the Liebherr Model Series

Liebherr type designations follow a consistent logic, which makes comparing machines much easier once you know what the letters mean.

LTM – All-Terrain Mobile Cranes

The core of the Liebherr mobile crane range, from compact 3-axle city machines up to 9-axle heavy-lift units exceeding 1,000 tonnes of capacity. LTM cranes drive on public roads at highway speed and handle rough terrain on site. In the model number, the first digits indicate the maximum lifting capacity and the digit after the dash the number of axles.

LTC – Compact Cranes

Built for the tightest job sites. A short carrier, small turning radius and elevating cab concept make the LTC series a favourite for inner-city work, industrial halls and underground car parks, while still offering serious capacity for their footprint.

LTF – Truck-Mounted Cranes

A Liebherr telescopic superstructure on a standard commercial truck chassis. Fast on the road, economical to run and easy to service through regular truck workshops, making them ideal for high-mobility, high-frequency lifting work.

LR – Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes

The heavy-lift specialists. LR cranes work on crawler tracks, can travel under load and are the standard choice for wind energy, petrochemical, bridge and long-duration civil projects. Derrick and suspended ballast configurations extend capacity further.

LTR – Telescopic Crawler Cranes

The mobility and quick set-up of a telescopic boom combined with the ground-friendly stability of crawler tracks. Well suited to soft ground, pipeline work and jobs that require frequent repositioning without re-rigging.

MK – Mobile Construction Cranes

A tower crane that drives itself to site. Rigged in minutes by a single operator, the MK series delivers high hook heights and a luffing or horizontal jib with a minimal footprint: a strong alternative where a tower crane is too slow to erect and a mobile crane reaches too little. Not sure which series fits your project? Send us your lifting requirements and we will match you to the right machines in stock.

Buying a Liebherr Crane at VEMA Crane

Selection and Advice

Tell us the load, radius, hook height and site restrictions of your typical job. We compare the machines in our stock against those requirements and give you an honest recommendation, including when a smaller or older crane is the better commercial choice.

Inspection and Technical Documentation

Every crane can be inspected in person or through a detailed video walkaround. We provide available service history, hour meter readings, crane and load charts, and can arrange an independent third-party inspection or load test on request.

Certification and Compliance

We assist with CE documentation, inspection certificates and the paperwork required for import in your country, so the crane is ready to work when it arrives.

Worldwide Shipping

VEMA Crane ships to customers across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas. We arrange dismantling, transport engineering, port handling and container or RoRo shipment, and quote delivery on an FOB or door-to-door basis.

Trade-In and Purchasing

We also buy Liebherr cranes. If you are replacing a machine, we can make a direct offer or take your current crane in part-exchange. View our Liebherr stock or contact our sales team for a tailored recommendation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Liebherr Cranes

What does the Liebherr model number mean?

The letters indicate the crane type: LTM for all-terrain mobile cranes, LTC for compact cranes, LTF for truck-mounted cranes, LR for lattice boom crawler cranes, LTR for telescopic crawler cranes and MK for mobile construction cranes. In a model such as LTM 1100-5.2, the first figures refer to the maximum lifting capacity in tonnes, the digit after the dash is the number of axles, and the final digit indicates the generation of that model.

Are spare parts still available for older Liebherr cranes?

Yes. Liebherr supports its machines through a worldwide service and parts organisation, and availability for older series is generally excellent compared with other brands. There is also a large and active market for used Liebherr components.

Which Liebherr crane is best for confined or inner-city job sites?

The LTC compact series is purpose-built for restricted access, with a short carrier, tight turning radius and compact overall footprint. For projects that need more hook height than reach, an MK mobile construction crane is often the better answer.

What is the difference between a crawler crane and an all-terrain crane?

An all-terrain crane drives to site on public roads under its own power and sets up on outriggers, which makes it fast and flexible for shorter jobs. A crawler crane is transported in parts and assembled on site, but offers far higher lifting capacity, can travel under load and is more efficient on long-duration projects.

How many operating hours are acceptable on a used crane?

Hours matter less than how they were accumulated and how the machine was maintained. Crane hours are often split between carrier and superstructure hours, so a machine with many driving hours but few lifting hours can be in excellent condition. We always assess service history, structural condition and wear items alongside the meter reading.

Can I inspect a crane before buying?

Yes. You are welcome to inspect any machine in person at our yard. If travelling is not practical, we provide detailed photos, a video walkaround and full documentation, and we can arrange an independent third-party inspection or load test.

Do you ship Liebherr cranes internationally?

Yes. We regularly ship to Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas. We handle dismantling, transport engineering, export documentation and shipment by road, container or RoRo, and can quote FOB or door-to-door delivery.

What documentation is supplied with the crane?

Depending on the machine this includes crane and load charts, the operator’s manual, available maintenance and service records, inspection certificates and CE documentation where applicable. We tell you upfront exactly which documents come with a specific crane.

Do you buy or trade in used Liebherr cranes?

Yes. We purchase Liebherr cranes outright and accept trade-ins against a machine from our stock. Send us the model, year, hours and a few photos and we will come back with an offer.

The crane I need is not in your stock. Can you find it?

Often, yes. Through our international network we source specific Liebherr models on request. Let us know the type, capacity and budget and we will search on your behalf.