Cranes · Make & Model reference
Demag HC 500
Operating weight
250,000 lbs
Horsepower
450 hp
Fuel burn
10 - 18 gph
Years produced
1998 - 2009
AI-updated · Last refresh 7/19/2026
Full specifications
Max. capacity550 US tons
Main boom length260 ft
Max. system length400 ft
Max. hook height400 ft
Operating radius min20 ft
Shipping dimensions
Length60 ft
Width12 ft
Height13 ft
Weight250,000 lbs
Use these for permit routing and lowboy selection.
Recent auction history
| Year range | Hours | Avg | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-2012 | 8,000-13,000 | $800,000 | $700,000 | $900,000 |
| 2005-2007 | 15,000-20,000 | $500,000 | $400,000 | $600,000 |
AI price estimate
Good, well-maintained
2008 model year
$1,000,000
Fair, running condition
2004 model year
$600,000
Poor, major repairs
2000 model year
$300,000
Common problems to check
- Hydraulic cylinder wear
- Cab electronics issues
- Undercarriage component fatigue
- Boom section cracking (rare)
Why buyers pick it
- Very high lift capacity on crawler base
- Excellent stability for heavy, static lifts
- Good for long-duration jobs
Best jobs for this machine
Wind turbine component handlingPre-assembly of heavy modulesDam constructionShipyard operations
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