20 Ton Gantry Crane: Your Reliable Partner for Smart Industrial Lifting

Efficient and reliable material handling is essential for modern industrial operations. The 20 ton gantry crane stands out for its smart design and versatile performance, making it ideal for various outdoor applications. Whether in logistics yards, freight terminals, or construction sites, it delivers precise lifting and positioning to keep your workflow smooth and efficient.

In this guide, we'll explore the main types, price insights, real project cases, and key advantages of 20 ton gantry cranes — helping you find the solution that best fits your operational needs.

５ Types of 20 Ton Gantry Cranes for Efficient Lifting

20 Ton Single Girder Gantry Crane

• Single girder design with electric hoist enables compact structure
• Compact structure allows easy installation and flexible layout
• Suitable for light to medium material handling in concrete beam yards
• Stable and reliable operation ensures safe beam lifting and transfer

20 Ton L Type Single Girder Gantry Crane

• L-type gantry crane reduces overall height for the same lifting height
• Lower overall height helps save cost
• Lighter weight reduces wheel load
• Reliable performance

20 Ton MH Truss Single Girder Gantry Cranes

• Compatible with CD and MD hoists

• Rail-mounted operation

• Multi-purpose applications

• Ideal for outdoor yards

20 Ton A Type Double Girder Gantry Crane

• Equipped with high wind alarm
• Anti-shaft break protection
• Anti-tilt and anti-overturn safety measures
• Comprehensive safety features

20 Ton U Type Double Girder Gantry Crane

• Larger under-girder clearance for bulky items
• Suitable for outdoor yards and along rail tracks
• Structure eliminates the need for saddle frames

20 Ton Gantry Crane Prices Overview

The price of a 20 t gantry crane depends on the specific requirements of each project. Because most gantry cranes are custom-engineeredbased on lifting capacity, span, height, and environmental conditions, the final cost can vary considerably.

Here are some reference prices for a few types of 20 ton gantry crane for sale. Please note that these prices are for general guidance only and do not represent a comprehensive list. If you need a detailed quote, feel free to contact us — our professional engineers will provide a 1-on-1 consultation tailored to your project needs.

20 Ton Gantry Crane Application Industry

20 Ton Single Girder Gantry Crane Used for Railway Yard

In railway marshalling yards, 20 ton gantry cranes play a key role in handling steel and other heavy materials efficiently and safely. These cranes are designed to lift, move, and position materials such as steel plates, steel coils, bundled bars, and other heavy industrial products between rail wagons, storage areas, and processing zones.

The crane typically features a single or double girder structure with an electric wire rope hoist, allowing operators to use hooks, clamps, or spreader beams to handle materials of different sizes and shapes. Large under-girder clearance and extended cantilever length enable the crane to transport bulky items, while precise trolley and crane travel control ensures accurate positioning.

Modern 20 ton gantry cranes offer multiple operation modes, including ground control, wireless remote control, and cabin operation, to suit different site requirements and improve efficiency. For outdoor applications, cranes are built with low-temperature steel, reinforced structures, and optimized lubrication systems to withstand extreme weather conditions and maintain stable performance.

Safety features such as overload protection, emergency stop systems, and constant-tension cable reels ensure reliable and secure operation even under heavy or continuous workloads. By automating heavy lifting and positioning, these cranes reduce manual labor, accelerate material handling, and improve overall productivity in railway logistics operations.

20 Ton MH Truss Gantry Crane Applications in Power Construction Projects

In the power construction industry, 20 ton gantry cranes are widely used for precast component production, equipment installation, and on-site material handling. They efficiently lift and transport power equipment, piping materials, and various construction supplies, making them essential for smooth project execution.

These cranes can be designed with a truss-type single girder structure, offering lightweight design, excellent wind resistance, and easy transportation, which makes them ideal for outdoor construction environments. A typical configuration includes a 20/5 ton dual-hoist system, enabling flexible handling of different load weights. With a lifting height of about 6 meters and a span of 21 meters, the crane provides broad coverage and stable operation. The system supports remote control operation for safe and convenient handling. Lifting speeds range from 0.35–3.5 m/min (HC type) to 0.8–8 m/min (CD1 type), meeting diverse working conditions, while the A4 duty class ensures reliable performance under medium-intensity workloads.

With its robust truss structure, strong wind resistance, and efficient control system, the 20 ton gantry crane serves as an ideal lifting solution for power construction and precast yard operations, improving efficiency and operational safety.

20 Ton Single Girder Gantry Crane Applications in Concrete Beam Yards

In concrete beam factories, 20-ton gantry cranes (usually with single-beam structures) are used for beam hoisting, workshop handling and stacking operations.The crane has a large span and a suitable lifting height. It can receive the newly formed concrete beam at the end of the production line or in the stacking area, and then move it smoothly to the storage location or loading area through the crane beam, trolley, and hoist system.

The beam, trolley and hoist are combined as a whole, and the beam body is fixed by hooks or special clamps. After being hoisted out of the mold area, the lifting, high-speed trolley migration and bridge body walking cooperate to complete the positioning and ensure that the concrete beam does not collide or tilt.The crane is also operated with remote control or ground control, allowing the operator to monitor the entire handling process from a safe distance.

At the same time, in order to cope with the outdoor or open-air environment of the factory, the design of the fuselage structure, walking mechanism and control system takes into account factors such as platform operation, weather resistance and dust resistance.By configuring a rated lifting capacity of 20 tons, the gantry crane can meet the lifting needs of medium and large concrete beams, thereby significantly improving production efficiency, reducing labor intensity, and ensuring the safety and process reliability of the concrete component handling process.

Dafang Crane 20 Ton Overhead Crane Cases

20 Ton Single Girder Gantry Crane Exported to Netherlands

• Application: Process plant handling machinery and equipment
• Span: 7.5 m
• Lifting height: 5 m 
• Lifting speed: 8 m/min 
• Traveling speed: 20 m/min
• Work class: A5
• Current: 400 V / 50 Hz / 3 phase
• Single-girder configuration chosen after comparison

20 Ton Double Girder Gantry Crane Exported to Zimbabwe

• Application: Handling of steel in machine shops
• Span: 16.5 m (adjusted from 18 m after site measurement)
• Lifting height: 6 m
• Lifting speed: 3.5 m/min
• Trolley traveling speed: 20 m/min
• Crane traveling speed: 20 m/min
• Work duty: A3
• Traveling length: 25 m
• Optimized design to reduce cost while meeting operationalneeds
• On-site inspection and customer approval before production and delivery

20 Ton Gantry Crane Exported to  Uzbekistan

• Application: Loading and unloading of steel coils and other heavy materials onto trains along the railway line
• Span: 20 m 
• Lifting height: 12 m 
• Cantilever length: 7 m
• Work duty: A5 
• Control mode: Pendant + remote control 
• Application: Steel-coil handling alongside railway tracks in Uzbekistan

We have delivered over 1,000 customized 20 ton gantry cranes across various industries, gaining extensive experience in diverse lifting applications. We understand that every lifting challenge is unique. If you're considering investing in a 20 ton gantry crane, it's essential to evaluate whether it truly fits your operational needs.

Why Choose Dafang Crane 20 Ton Gantry Crane

Accumulation of Advanced Technology

Since its establishment in 2007, Dafang Crane has built deep expertise in crane manufacturing, with an annual capacity exceeding 100,000 units. Its products are exported to over 100 countries and regions, including the United States, Russia, and Southeast Asia, delivering more than 3,000 customized lifting solutions worldwide.

Dafang covers an area of 1.05 million square meters and employs over 2,600 staff, integrating crane manufacturing, steel structure engineering, equipment installation, and project management into one diversified industrial group. In 2024, the company achieved a sales revenue of RMB 3.566 billion, ranking firmly among the top three in China’s crane industry.

Service & Support

Dafang provides comprehensive after-sales service, including full sets of spare parts, on-site installation and commissioning, a 1-year warranty for structural components, and 1-on-1 engineer consultation for accurate quotations. With 130 global service centers, Dafang ensures timely support for all international customers.

Quality & Certification

All products are certified by CE, GOST, and ASME. Core components are sourced from CHINT, SEW, ABB, and SIEMENS, and key structural parts are designed for a 20-year service life. Advanced testing facilities in mechanics, electrics, and hydraulics guarantee the reliability and consistency of every crane.

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