At the world’s biggest construction machinery trade show, bauma 2025, Palfinger officially launched its PK 880 TEC loader crane. The new crane will be available for order in the Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA) region from summer 2025.
A feature of the PK 880 TEC is its lightweight P-profile boom, which enables high lifting capacity without sacrificing space. That translates to more payload on the truck, better fuel efficiency, and easier operation in tight urban job sites.
The new crane also includes integrated lighting, with LED strips under the boom and working lights that keep the load and workspace clearly visible.
Smart controls
Palfinger’s PK 880 TEC gets smart assistance features. Here’s what’s new:
- Slewing lock: Prevents the crane from turning in restricted areas, but it is adjustable by the operator.
- Memory position: Remembers up to four lifting points to speed up repetitive tasks.
- Leveling assistant: Cuts setup time by up to 80 per cent
With Palfinger Connected plus+, operators and fleet managers can track the crane’s status in real time and plan jobs efficiently using tools such as the Job Planner, which considers crane setup, outrigger position, and lifting limits.
Remote control options
Operators can choose between two remote controls: the P7 or the newly released P6, a more lightweight version. The P6 includes a colour display and more than 40 hours of battery life.
PALFINGER is also offering the option to power the PK 880 TEC with its Electric Power Unit 40, allowing users to switch between diesel and electric modes. This is suitable for working in areas with noise or emissions restrictions and lets companies use the same electric unit across multiple trucks.
Other highlights at bauma 2025
Alongside the PK 880 TEC, PALFINGER is showing off two more cranes at bauma:
- PK 24.001 SLD 5: Now comes with an optional multifunction adapter (MFA), letting operators quickly switch tools such as workman baskets or grapples.
- PK 53002 SH: This crane features Boom Release Assist, a safety function that improves performance by pre-tensioning the boom. It also supports digital features such as the Job Planner and provides live operational data.
Availability
- PK 880 TEC: Orders open summer 2025 in the EMEA region.
- PK 24.001 SLD 5 and PK 53002 SH: Already available across EMEA.