Cranes · Make & Model reference
Kato SS-500
Legacy model, parts can be harder to source. Good for entry-level use.
Operating weight
32,800 lbs
Horsepower
155 hp
Fuel burn
2.5 - 4 gph
Years produced
2000 - 2010 (Legacy)
AI-updated · Last refresh 7/19/2026
Full specifications
Max lift capacity5 USt
Main boom length21 ft - 72 ft
Max tip height90 ft
Outrigger spread16 ft 5 in
Shipping dimensions
Length29 ft
Width8 ft 2 in
Height9 ft 5 in
Weight32,800 lbs
Use these for permit routing and lowboy selection.
Recent auction history
| Year range | Hours | Avg | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-2018 | 6,000-10,000 | $40,000 | $30,000 | $55,000 |
| 2012-2015 | 10,000-15,000 | $25,000 | $18,000 | $35,000 |
AI price estimate
Good, lower hours
2008 model year
$48,000
Fair, avg hours
2005 model year
$32,000
Poor, high hours
2002 model year
$15,000
Common problems to check
- Older engine reliability
- Undercarriage wear
- Boom cable corrosion
- Hydraulic fluid contamination
Why buyers pick it
- Very compact
- Simple to operate
- Affordable purchase price
Best jobs for this machine
Smaller job sitesResidential constructionLandscaping
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