138 HSL - Link-Belt Cranes

138 HSL

Base Rating	80 USt @ 12 ft 73 mt @ 3.6 m
Boom Lengths	Tube: 40 ft – 200 ft Tube: 12.2 m – 70 m
Boom Lengths	Angle: 40 ft – 150 ft Angle: 12.2 m – 45.7 m
Fixed Jib Lengths	30 ft – 60 ft 9.1 m – 18.3 m
Fixed Jib Offsets	5°, 15°, & 25° 5°, 15°, & 25°
Maximum Combination (Fixed Jib)	Tube: 180 ft + 60 ft Tube: 54.9 m + 18.3 m
Maximum Combination (Fixed Jib)	Angle: 150 ft + 60 ft Angle: 45.7 m + 18.3 m
Maximum Tip Height (Fixed Jib)	Tube: 242 ft Tube: 73.8 m
Maximum Tip Height (Fixed Jib)	Angle: 204 ft Angle: 62.2 m
Engine Make & Model	Cummins QSB6.7 Tier 4 Final Cummins QSB6.7 Tier 4 Final
Maximum Hoist Line Pull / Speed	31,182 lbs / 450 fpm 14 144 kg / 137.2 mpm
Working Weight	145,403 lbs 65 954 kg
Main Transport Load	89,923 lbs w/ tracks 40 788 kg w/ tracks

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Technical Data

All Cranes Lattice Crawler Cranes

Key Features

Spacious, air-conditioned cab featuring wide job site views
Fully adjustable seat and console for operator comfort
Operator-settable working range restrictions with function slow down/stop
Link-Belt’s Vision Package standard with rear, winch, and swing cameras
Dual throttle for engine speed and pump flow
Cummins engine, compatible with HVO fuel
Designed for multifunction under any load condition
Fine-tuning dials for function speeds
Standard auto brake and free swing functions
Standard Winch Package with wet brakes and free fall
Full self-assembly – No assist crane required
Heavy-duty undercarriage designed for durability and longevity
Pick and carry all 360° capacities on level ground
iCraneTrax telematics equipped
All boom sections feature double-tapered connection pins with pin catcher storage brackets
All overflow loads transport under 45,000 pounds (20 411 kilograms)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is unique about HSL Series cabs?GRIFFIN FLETCHER2026-10-12T09:11:04-05:00

What is unique about HSL Series cabs?

The HSL Series cab is designed with operator comfort and productivity in mind. Its spacious layout, ergonomically positioned pilot-pressured controls, and intuitive HSL-1 display allow operators to easily customize hydraulic functions to their preferences. Large windows provide excellent visibility, giving operators a clear view of the job site.

How do Link-Belt lattice crawlers store their tube boom pendants?GRIFFIN FLETCHER2026-10-07T10:20:11-05:00

How do Link-Belt lattice crawlers store their tube boom pendants?

All currently produced Link-Belt lattice crawler tube boom pendants securely store on top of the boom sections, streamlining assembly and disassembly operations.

How many truck loads does it take to transport the 138 HSL from job to job?GRIFFIN FLETCHER2026-10-07T10:14:52-05:00

How many truck loads does it take to transport the 138 HSL from job to job?

The 138 HSL main unit with the base section and side frames transports under 90,000 pounds with two overflow loads for 200 feet of tube boom and 60 feet of fixed jib. The crane is also capable of self-assembly and disassembly on the job site, reducing the need for assist equipment during setup and teardown.

What currently produced lattice crawler models feature angle boom?GRIFFIN FLETCHER2026-10-07T10:08:58-05:00

What currently produced lattice crawler models feature angle boom?

The 138 HSL and 228 HSL offer angle boom configurations even with their fixed jibs. The angle boom is well suited for rugged job site conditions and duty-cycle work.