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1.6 Ton Knuckle Boom Truck Mounted Crane

Model SQ1ZA3+1SQ1Z Series

Choose your configuration

2 configurations in this series

Boom sections

1 main boomStandard

+1 = one added manual extension

Standard production model

Max lifting capacity
1,600kg
Max lifting moment
2.2t·m
Max reach
4.23m
Lifting height
≈ 6m
Self weight
470kg
1.6 Ton Knuckle Boom Truck Mounted Crane

Engineering data

Technical Specifications

SQ1ZA3+1

Model code explained

SQ
BOB-LIFT crane
1
1 t capacity class
Z
Knuckle boom
A3
1 main boom + 2 hydraulic booms
+1
1 added manual extension

Choose your configuration

Model Configuration Max reachLifting heightSelf weight
SQ1ZA3+1 A3 4.23 m ≈ 6 m 470 kg
SQ1ZA4 A4 4.23 m ≈ 6 m 490 kg

+1 = one added manual extension

Lifting

Max Lifting Capacity
1,600kg
Max Lifting Moment
2.2t·m
Rotation Angle
330°
Max Working Radius
4.23m
Max Lifting Height
≈ 6 m
Max Boom Angle
75°

Hydraulics and power

Recommended Power
7.5kW
Hydraulic System Flow
15L/min
Hydraulic System Pressure
18MPa
Oil Tank Capacity
25 L

Machine

Self Weight
470kg
Installation Space
550mm
Outrigger Span
1565–3095 mm
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Figures from the BOB-LIFT technical drawings. Confirm the final specification with our team before ordering.

Dimensions and load chart

SQ1ZA3+1 dimension drawing and load chart

Select the drawing to view it full size.

How much it lifts at each reach The further the hook is from the crane, the less it can lift: 1,600 kg at 1.39 m, 300 kg at 4.23 m.
Lifts (kg) 1,600 1,000 500 300
Reach (m) 1.39 2.3 3.25 4.23

Reach is measured from the slewing centre to the hook. Figures from the drawing above.

Product details · SQ1ZA3+1

1.6 Ton Knuckle Boom Truck Mounted Crane

1.6 t knuckle boom truck mounted crane

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The SQ1ZA3+1 is one of 18 models in our Knuckle Boom Truck Mounted Cranes range, which runs from 1.6 t to 50 t.

The SQ1ZA3+1 is a 1.6 ton knuckle boom truck crane. It lifts 1,600 kg at 1.39 m, 1,000 kg at 2.3 m and 300 kg at its full 4.23 m reach, with a 2.2 t·m maximum lifting moment and 330° slewing. The crane itself weighs 470 kg.

What the 1.6 ton SQ1ZA3+1 is built for

The SQ1ZA3+1 is a compact entry-level knuckle boom crane. It needs only 550 mm of chassis length behind the cab, stands 1,760 mm high when folded, and at 470 kg it suits pickups and light trucks where every kilogram of payload counts. The “+1” in the model name is an extra boom section that takes the reach from 3.25 m to 4.23 m. Typical work is loading and unloading at the truck’s own side: bagged cement and fertiliser, gas cylinders, small generators and pumps, tyres, and the goods of small builders’ merchants and farm supply shops. Raised to 75°, the hook reaches about 5.9 m.

Rated capacity always depends on radius. At 3.25 m the SQ1ZA3+1 lifts 500 kg, so check the weight of your heaviest regular load at the distance you need before you choose a tonnage. If you need more reach or capacity, step up to the 2 ton knuckle boom crane.

Load at each radius

1.39 m 1,600 kg
2.3 m 1,000 kg
3.25 m 500 kg
4.23 m 300 kg

Figures from the SQ1ZA3+1 load chart with the boom horizontal. Do not lift more than the chart shows at your working radius. Download the SQ1ZA3+1 load chart (PDF)

Mounting it on your truck

The SQ1ZA3+1 mounts on a truck chassis behind the cab. These are the figures your body builder needs from the dimension drawing:

Installation space behind the cab 550 mm
Outrigger span 1,565–3,095 mm
Height of the crane when stowed 1,760 mm
Hydraulic supply 15 L/min at 18 MPa, about 7.5 kW
Oil tank 25 L

Send us your truck make, model and wheelbase, and we check that the chassis and power take-off suit the crane before you order. Download the SQ1ZA3+1 dimension drawing (PDF)

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Optional attachments

  • Hydraulic gripper opened and closed by its own cylinder to grab and release loads.
  • Clamshell bucket for loading, unloading and light digging of waste, chippings and soil.
  • Orange peel grab for scrap and bulk material.
  • Timber grapple for logs and timber.
  • Auger for tree-planting holes, utility poles, foundation piles and soil sampling.

Certification

The SQ1Z series holds a CE certificate of conformity under the EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.

  • Capacity class

    1.6 t

    Max lifting moment 2.2 t·m

  • Knuckle boom sections

    3+1

  • Hydraulic flow

    15 L/min

    18 MPa · 7.5 kW recommended

Choosing the right model

Need more than 1.6 t? The next class up is the SQ2ZA4 at 2 t.

Before ordering, check that the truck's power take-off can deliver 15 L/min at 18 MPa. We recommend 7.5 kW of hydraulic power. Its self weight of 470 kg adds to the load on the truck, so allow for it in the payload.

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Product technical advantages

  • High-strength welded structure

    High-strength welded structure

    Welded high-strength plate with a hexagonal boom section.

  • Box-type outriggers

    Box-type outriggers

    Box outriggers above 6.3 t protect the cylinders.

  • Optional attachments

    Optional attachments

    Winch, auger, basket or grapple on request.

  • Operation modes

    Operation modes

    Manual levers, aerial seat or wireless remote.

  • Dual four-bar linkage

    Dual four-bar linkage

    Reverse-angle reach for tight jobs.

  • Dedicated torque limiter Load moment limiter on every crane, safety certified.
  • Large-span outriggers Wide fixed outriggers, manual flip optional.

Manufacturing & delivery

From our workshop to your port

  1. Assembly 01

    Assembly

    Slewing base, column and booms are assembled by hand in our Xuzhou workshop.

  2. Load test 02

    Load test

    The crane lifts test weights through its working range before release.

  3. Final check 03

    Final check

    Finished cranes are inspected and lined up for dispatch.

  4. Packing 04

    Packing

    Wrapped in film and strapped to protect paint and hydraulics in transit.

  5. Container loading 05

    Container loading

    Loaded into containers at the factory and shipped to your port.

Shipping & warranty

Shipping, warranty and documents

Shipping

Lead time and container loading are confirmed with your quotation.

Warranty and parts

12 months

Send the model, serial number and a photo or video of the issue; our team guides the repair and ships the parts.

Order from 1 unit

Documents

FAQ

Questions about the SQ1ZA3+1

About the SQ1ZA3+1

What hydraulic supply does the SQ1ZA3+1 need?

15 L/min at 18 MPa. We recommend 7.5 kW of hydraulic power. Send us the truck's power take-off data and we confirm the match when we quote.

What warranty and minimum order apply to the SQ1ZA3+1?

The SQ1ZA3+1 carries a 12-month warranty, and you can order from 1 unit.

Can the SQ1ZA3+1 lift 1.6 tons at full reach?

No. It lifts 1,600 kg at 1.39 m, and the capacity falls with radius to 300 kg at 4.23 m with the boom horizontal. Check the load chart on this page at your working radius.

How high can the SQ1ZA3+1 lift?

With the boom raised to 75°, the hook reaches about 5.9 m above the ground. Check the load chart for the capacity at the radius you will work at.

Will the SQ1ZA3+1 fit a pickup or light truck?

It needs 550 mm of installation space behind the cab, stands 1,760 mm high when folded and weighs 470 kg. The outriggers extend from 1,565 mm to 3,095 mm. Send us your vehicle model and wheelbase so we can confirm the chassis and payload suit it.

What hydraulic power does the SQ1ZA3+1 need?

15 L/min at 18 MPa, about 7.5 kW, usually taken from the truck's power take-off, with a 25 L oil tank on the crane.

Can the SQ1ZA4 lift 1.6 tons at full reach?

No. It lifts 1,600 kg at 1.39 m, and the capacity falls with radius to 180 kg at 4.23 m with the boom horizontal. Check the load chart on this page at your working radius.

How much space does the SQ1ZA4 need on the truck?

It needs 550 mm of installation space behind the cab. The outriggers extend from 1,565 mm to 3,095 mm, it stands 1,760 mm high when folded, and it weighs 490 kg. Tell us the truck model and wheelbase and we confirm the fit.

What hydraulic power does the SQ1ZA4 need?

15 L/min at 18 MPa, about 7.5 kW, usually taken from the truck's power take-off. The crane carries a 25 L oil tank and weighs 490 kg, so allow for the crane and its oil in your payload calculation.

What warranty comes with the SQ1ZA4?

12 months on the whole crane, with common spare parts dispatched within 48 hours.

How far can the SQ1ZA4 reach, and how far does it slew?

With every section unfolded it works out to 4.23 m and still holds 180 kg there, and the column turns through 330°. Park so that your heaviest regular load sits inside the radius the chart allows.

Not answered here?

Send us your question and our team replies with answers for your site.

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Ordering and service

Which configuration should we choose for this model?

Send the working conditions, destination and site access details to BOB-LIFT. The engineering team will confirm a practical configuration before quotation.

Can the crane be customized for our working conditions?

BOB-LIFT can adjust configuration around lifting radius, site access, operation scenario and destination requirements.

What is the typical delivery time?

Lead time depends on the configuration, order quantity and destination. We confirm it in writing with your quotation.

What export documents are provided?

Each order ships with a commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading, plus the product documents required for the confirmed order.

Do you provide installation and operation training?

We can mount the crane on your truck before shipping. For installation on site, our team provides installation guidance and remote technical support, and our Service & Operation page has short videos on checks before and during lifting.

What after-sales support is available?

Cranes carry a 12-month warranty. Send the model, serial number and a photo or video of the issue; our team guides the repair and ships the parts.

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