{"id":39,"date":"2026-08-12T07:47:38","date_gmt":"2026-08-12T07:47:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.ritchiebros.com\/au\/?p=39"},"modified":"2026-08-12T07:47:40","modified_gmt":"2026-08-12T07:47:40","slug":"metcalf-crane-services-turns-the-page-after-30-years-with-complete-fleet-dispersal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.ritchiebros.com\/au\/metcalf-crane-services-turns-the-page-after-30-years-with-complete-fleet-dispersal\/","title":{"rendered":"Metcalf Crane Services Turns the Page After 30 Years with Complete Fleet Dispersal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>More than 100 lots from the respected Australian crane and lifting specialist are now available worldwide through Ritchie Bros. Marketplace-E.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After three decades in the crane and lifting industry, Metcalf Crane Services is closing a chapter and giving buyers the opportunity to own a piece of its fleet. More than 100 lots are now available through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ironplanet.com.au\/marketplace-e?utm_source=blog.ritchiebros.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=blog-content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Ritchie Bros. Marketplace-E\">Ritchie Bros. Marketplace-E<\/a>, offered on a <strong>Buy Now or Make an Offer<\/strong> basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Based in Victoria, Metcalf Crane Services has built a strong reputation supporting major rail, road, wind, water and telecommunications infrastructure projects across Australia. The complete dispersal includes some of the company\u2019s major capital equipment, as well as transport and support assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A fleet built for big jobs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the heart of the dispersal is a selection of high-capacity, late-model cranes rarely seen together in one sale. Among the highlights:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ironplanet.com.au\/for-sale\/All-Terrain-Cranes-2023-Liebherr-LTM1750-9.1-800-ton-18x8x18-All-Terrain-Crane-Victoria\/15575323?h=5000%2Csg%7C118572%2Csm%7C0%2Csort%7Cad+asc%2Cmode%7C2%2Cmf%7C1&amp;rr=1&amp;hitprm=&amp;pnLink=yes&utm_source=blog.ritchiebros.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=blog-content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"2023 Liebherr LTM1750-9.1\">2023 Liebherr LTM1750-9.1<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 800-ton all-terrain crane with just 464 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/ironplanet.com.au\/for-sale\/All-Terrain-Cranes-2012-Terex-Demag-TC-2800-1-600-ton-16x8x16-All-Terrain-Crane-Victoria\/15575346?h=5000%2Csg%7C118572%2Csm%7C0%2Csort%7Cad+asc%2Cmode%7C2%2Cmf%7C1&amp;rr=0.5&amp;hitprm=&amp;pnLink=yes&utm_source=blog.ritchiebros.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=blog-content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"2012 Terex Demag TC2800-1\">2012 Terex Demag TC2800-1<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 600-ton all-terrain crane with a 138 m main lattice boom and 192 m total system length<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ironplanet.com.au\/for-sale\/All-Terrain-Cranes-2023-Tadano-AC-7.450-1-450-ton-14x8x14-All-Terrain-Crane-Victoria\/15575338?h=5000%2Csg%7C118572%2Csm%7C0%2Csort%7Cad+asc%2Cmode%7C2%2Cmf%7C1&amp;rr=0.25&amp;hitprm=&amp;pnLink=yes&utm_source=blog.ritchiebros.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=blog-content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"2023 Tadano AC 7.450-1\">2023 Tadano AC 7.450-1<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 450-ton all-terrain crane with just 10,055 km travelled<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:24px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.ritchiebros.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2026\/08\/2012-Terex-Demag-TC-2800-1-600-ton-16x8x16-All-Terrain-Crane-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.ritchiebros.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2026\/08\/2012-Terex-Demag-TC-2800-1-600-ton-16x8x16-All-Terrain-Crane-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.ritchiebros.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2026\/08\/2012-Terex-Demag-TC-2800-1-600-ton-16x8x16-All-Terrain-Crane-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.ritchiebros.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2026\/08\/2012-Terex-Demag-TC-2800-1-600-ton-16x8x16-All-Terrain-Crane-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.ritchiebros.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2026\/08\/2012-Terex-Demag-TC-2800-1-600-ton-16x8x16-All-Terrain-Crane-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.ritchiebros.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2026\/08\/2012-Terex-Demag-TC-2800-1-600-ton-16x8x16-All-Terrain-Crane.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:24px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cThis is a significant fleet coming to market, headlined by some of the largest capacity cranes we&#8217;ve brought to Marketplace-E,\u201d<\/em> said <strong>Dom McGlinchey, APAC Sales Director at Ritchie Brocs.<\/strong> <em>\u201cBuyers globally will have the chance to acquire assets that have been well cared for and put to work on major projects.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For buyers, the dispersal offers the chance to source proven equipment from an established operator, at a time when replacement costs and lead times for new machinery remain important considerations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A partnership spanning 15 years<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The decision to work with Ritchie Bros. was a natural one for Metcalf Crane Services. The two companies have worked together for more than 15 years, with Ritchie Bros. supporting the sale of cranes, prime movers, trailers, light vehicles and other fleet equipment through multiple sales channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cAfter 30 years building this business, the decision to divest the fleet wasn&#8217;t one I took lightly \u2014 but the time felt right to focus on our other ventures, including Metcalf Heli Services,\u201d<\/em> said <strong>Tim Metcalf, Managing Director of Metcalf Crane Services<\/strong>. <em>\u201cWe&#8217;ve worked with Ritchie Bros. across multiple channels for more than 15 years, so I know the fleet is in good hands to find new owners.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The complete dispersal reflects that long-standing relationship, combining Metcalf\u2019s substantial fleet with Ritchie Bros.\u2019 domestic and global buyer network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Explore the Metcalf fleet<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Metcalf Crane Services Complete Dispersal is now live on Marketplace-E, with equipment available through Buy Now or Make an Offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Assets are available for inspection at Ritchie Bros. yards in<strong> Geelong and Yatala<\/strong>, as well as Metcalf locations in Somerton and Dandenong South, Victoria. Buyers are encouraged to inspect equipment onsite before making an offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ready to find your next crane, transport or support asset? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ironplanet.com.au\/metcalf-crane-services?utm_source=blog.ritchiebros.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=blog-content\">Explore the Metcalf Crane Services Complete Dispersal.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After 30 years in Australia\u2019s crane and lifting industry, Metcalf Crane Services is dispersing its fleet of 100+ assets through Ritchie Bros. Marketplace-E. 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