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Blade Lifting receives first Böcker mobile crane
20 August 2026
Following the signing of a multi-unit purchase agreement, UK-based Blade Lifting and Logistics has taken delivery of the first mobile crane from Böcker UK (Böcker headquarters are in Werne, Germany).
The three-axle Böcker AK 48 can lift payloads of up to three tonnes (optioning up to six tonnes) Maximum jib length is 49 metres. The truck features a powerful hydraulic system which can deliver a hook speed of 60 metres/min.
Delivery of the Böcker AK 48 at Blade headquarters (Photo: Blade Lifting and Logistics)
Ross Wickens, MD of Blade Lifting, noted why Böcker cranes are the perfect addition to the company’s growing fleet.
“It is vital that Blade Lifting equipment consistently delivers in line with expectations. Having researched the market, we quickly identified Böcker as a leader in this product category.
“Safety, efficiency, and reliability are crucial for our lifting operations, so we are delighted to introduce Böcker into the Blade fleet.”
Additional delivers from Böcker are scheduled over the remainder of 2026 and into 2027.
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