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Palfinger Unveils Combined Crane-Hookloader Prototype

2025-08-07

Palfinger has unveiled a prototype all-in-one vehicle solution, combining a construction and recycling crane with a hookloader on a single truck. The TZU++TEC pairs the first front-mounted crane from Palfinger’s Generation 3 Urban Range with the HT 18 TEC telescopic hookloader, allowing contractors to handle and transport construction materials and debris. Various container types and sizes can be used with the hookloader.

“Combining a construction and recycling crane with a hookloader on a single truck offers huge potential for our customers. With our combined solution, we are making significant technological advancements and are creating a completely new workspace for operators – all aimed at delivering a powerful multitool,” said Andreas Hille, SVP global product line management and R&D at Palfinger.

Palfinger says the TZU++ TEC crane and telescopic hookloader could replace excavators or wheel loaders on tight urban jobsites. The single-truck solution has the added benefit of reduced fuel consumption, labour costs and maintenance needs, the company says.