Dongqi Crane’s Comprehensive Solutions for Turkish Industry
Executive Summary: Two Markets, One Trajectory
Recent China Customs data reveals two parallel but distinct growth stories in Türkiye’s crane imports from China.
Gantry Cranes: In 2025, Türkiye imported 30 units valued at US$62.705 million, compared to 16 units worth US$24.048 million in 2024. This represents an 87.5% increase in volume and a 160% surge in total value. The average unit value rose from US$1.5 million to US$2.09 million—a clear signal that Turkish operators are investing in heavier-duty, higher-capacity gantry systems.
Bridge Cranes: 2025 imports reached 75 units totalling US$2.997 million, up from 30 units valued at US$2.145 million in 2024. While unit volume grew by 150%, average unit value moderated from US$71,500 to US$39,960. This indicates widespread adoption of cost-efficient, standardized overhead cranes across small and medium-sized Turkish enterprises.
Dongqi Crane has maintained a sustained presence in both segments. This report examines our product portfolio—verified against our official Turkey sales platform—and analyses how specific models address the operational realities of Turkish ports, factories, logistics centres and infrastructure projects.
Part One: Bridge/Overhead Cranes – Powering Türkiye’s Indoor Industries
Türkiye’s manufacturing sector contributes over 22% of GDP, with automotive, white goods, steel, and machinery production concentrated in Marmara, the Aegean Region, and Central Anatolia. The 150% jump in bridge crane imports reflects capacity expansion and workshop modernisation. Dongqi offers six distinct overhead crane models tailored to these environments.
1. LD Single Girder Overhead Crane
Ideal for: Light assembly lines, maintenance workshops, small warehouses
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1t – 32t |
| Span | 7.5m – 28.5m |
| Working level | A3 – A5 |
| Ambient temp | -25°C to +40°C |
| Hoist type | CD1 / MD1 electric hoist |
Application Advantage in Türkiye
Turkish SMEs often operate within existing buildings with limited headroom and modest structural loads. The LD crane’s compact single-girder design minimises wheel pressure, making it suitable for workshops not originally designed for heavy crane runways. In İstanbul’s organised industrial zones, we have installed LD units for mould handling in plastics factories and raw material feeding in food processing lines. The CD1/MD1 hoist compatibility ensures local availability of spare parts through Turkish distributors.
2. HD Single Girder Electric Hoist Crane
Ideal for: Medium-duty production lines, prefabrication yards, logistics hubs
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1t – 20t |
| Span | 7.5m – 28.5m |
| Working class | A3, A4, A5 |
| Environment | -20°C to +40°C |
Application Advantage in Türkiye
The HD series bridges the gap between light LD cranes and heavy double-girder systems. In Ankara’s expanding defence supply chain, manufacturers use HD cranes for component assembly and finished product testing. The low-energy consumption design aligns with Türkiye’s rising electricity costs for industrial consumers. Its compact end carriages allow maximum hook coverage near workshop walls—critical in facilities where every square metre counts.
3. LDA Single Girder Hoist Overhead Crane
Ideal for: General manufacturing, municipal workshops, recycling facilities
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1t – 32t |
| Span | 7.5m – 28.5m |
| Working level | A3 – A5 |
| Temp range | -25°C to +40°C |
Application Advantage in Türkiye
A refined evolution of the LD platform, the LDA features optimised girder cross-sections for improved rigidity without added weight. Turkish metal recycling plants in İzmir and Bursa favour this model for ferrous scrap handling using electromagnet attachments. The low headroom design permits operation in buildings with restricted hook clearance—a common constraint in converted historical industrial structures in Beyoğlu and Karaköy.
4. LH Double Girder Hoist Overhead Crane
Ideal for: Busy production halls, warehouse despatch areas, medium fabrication
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 0.5t – 30t (customisable) |
| Span | 10.5m – 31.5m |
| Lifting height | 3m – 48m |
| Power supply | 380V 50Hz 3P AC |
Application Advantage in Türkiye
The LH model occupies a unique position: double-girder strength with hoist-based simplicity. In Türkiye’s ceramic and sanitaryware industry around Bozüyük, LH cranes handle heavy moulds and finished product crates with smoother travel than single-girder alternatives. The adjustable speed control enables precise placement of fragile goods. Compared to QD-style cranes, the LH offers lighter deadweight, reducing building steel modification costs—a decisive factor for facilities constructed before the 2007 Turkish Earthquake Code.
5. QDX European Double Girder Hoist Overhead Crane
Ideal for: Heavy manufacturing, steel service centres, port maintenance sheds
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1t – 80t |
| Span | 7.5m – 28.5m |
| Design concept | European FEM/ISO standards |
| Features | Modular, low wheel load, high lift |
Application Advantage in Türkiye
The QDX represents Dongqi’s response to Turkish operators seeking European performance at competitive investment levels. Its modular end carriage design simplifies installation in facilities with tight shutdown windows. In Bursa’s automotive supplier parks, QDX cranes rated at 32t/8t auxiliaries are used for transfer press die handling, achieving positioning accuracy within ±3mm. The low wheel load characteristic is particularly valued in multi-crane bays where cumulative load affects runway beam life.
6. Other Specialised Overhead Crane Types
For specific Turkish process applications:
| Model | Primary Feature | Typical Turkish User |
|---|---|---|
| Grab Bucket Overhead Crane | Bulk material handling | Cement plants, fertiliser terminals |
| QC Electromagnetic Overhead Crane | Scrap/plate lifting | Steel rerolling mills, shipbreakers |
| QY Insulation Overhead Crane | Heat-resistant hoist | Glass tempering, aluminium extrusion |
Regional Insight
The QY Insulation model has seen growing interest from Türkiye’s flat glass producers in Mersin and Düzce, where ambient temperatures near furnaces exceed 50°C. Standard hoists experience insulation degradation; the QY’s winding class H motors and heat shields maintain duty cycle reliability.
Part Two: Gantry Cranes – Meeting Türkiye’s Outdoor Heavy-Lift Challenge
The 2025 gantry crane import data reveals a distinct trend: fewer units, higher individual value. This suggests investment in larger, more sophisticated gantries for ports, rail terminals, and energy projects. Türkiye’s coastline hosts 172 ports and terminals; its rail network expansion under the Ministry of Transport aims to increase freight volume by 60% by 2030. Dongqi’s gantry range addresses these heavy-duty outdoor applications.
1. MH Single Girder Hoist Gantry Crane
Ideal for: Small yards, prefabrication plants, maintenance depots
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1t – 16t (typical) |
| Hoist type | CD1 / MD1 electric hoist |
| Configuration | Light, small-type crane |
| Operation | Pendant / remote |
Application Advantage in Türkiye
The MH is Dongqi’s entry-level gantry, widely deployed in Türkiye’s prefabricated concrete element yards supplying the massive İstanbul Canal project. Its A-frame leg design provides stability on compacted ground without permanent rail embedment. In Antalya’s marina service areas, MH gantries handle boat lifts up to 8t, offering a lower-cost alternative to specialised marine hoists. The portable configuration allows seasonal relocation between facilities.
2. Single Girder Gantry Crane
Ideal for: General outdoor storage, logistics centres, light industrial yards
Application Advantage in Türkiye
This model serves as the workhorse of organised industrial zones in Konya and Gaziantep. Operators appreciate the open sightline under the single girder, crucial when handling long pipes or timber. The adjustable span capability accommodates non-standard runway widths common in older industrial sites. For Turkish exporters requiring CE marking for equipment destined for EU projects, this model can be configured with certified components.
3. Double Girder Gantry Crane
Ideal for: Heavy fabrication yards, port backup areas, rail terminals
Application Advantage in Türkiye
The 160% value growth in gantry imports is most visible here. Turkish shipyards in Tuzla and Yalova are replacing aging Soviet-era gantries with Dongqi double-girder units of 50t to 100t capacity for block assembly and outfitting. The high hook height (up to 22m) accommodates today’s modular shipbuilding methods. FEA-optimised box girders resist torsional stress during skewed lifting—essential when handling asymmetrical sub-assemblies.
4. Semi Gantry Crane
Ideal for: Facilities with one wall-supported runway, restricted space
Application Advantage in Türkiye
The semi-gantry configuration—one side running on floor rail, the other on an elevated building rail—solves spatial constraints in İstanbul’s historical repair docks and Ankara’s rail maintenance sheds. Dongqi’s design accommodates uneven settlement between building and ground rails, a frequent challenge in Türkiye’s seismically active zones. Recent installations in Eskişehir’s locomotive works utilise frequency-controlled drives for precise positioning of heavy traction motors.
5. A-frame Portal Crane
Ideal for: Container stuffing, flatbed loading, intermodal transfer
Application Advantage in Türkiye
The A-frame’s inward-sloping legs maximise manoeuvrability in congested freight villages. At Halkalı and Kazlıçeşme logistics centres, these cranes handle swap bodies and curtainsiders with 5m to 8m lifts. The low deadweight reduces ground bearing pressure—critical for facilities built on fill material. Dongqi offers diesel or electric drive options; Turkish operators serving multiple rail sidings prefer the diesel-hydraulic variant for its independence from fixed power columns.
6. L Electric Trolley Gantry Crane
Ideal for: Low-headroom outdoor applications, precast storage
Application Advantage in Türkiye
This trolley-based gantry differs from hoist-based models in its compact cross-travel unit. Turkish precast concrete manufacturers use it for stacking double-tee beams and hollow-core slabs where limited space between stacked product demands a narrow profile. The electric trolley provides faster cross speeds than underhung hoists, improving cycle times in high-throughput yards.
7. Portable Gantry Crane
Ideal for: Maintenance teams, emergency response, temporary sites
Application Advantage in Türkiye
Typically 2t to 10t capacity, these adjustable-height gantries support mobile maintenance teams servicing wind turbines in Balıkesir and Manisa. Their tool-free assembly and locking castors allow rapid deployment on uneven terrain. Türkiye’s natural disaster response agency AFAD has procured portable gantries for search and rescue equipment deployment in earthquake zones.
Part Three: Supporting Equipment – Jib Cranes and Electric Hoists
Comprehensive lifting solutions require more than main cranes. Dongqi supplies complementary equipment verified on our Turkey platform.
Jib Cranes for Turkish Workstations
| Model | Configuration | Turkish Application |
|---|---|---|
| Pillar Jib Crane (BZ) | 0.5t – 5t, 360° rotation | Machine shops, pump stations |
| Wall-Mounted Jib (BX) | Articulated, foldable | Assembly lines, clean rooms |
| Wall Travelling Jib (BB) | Runway beam mounted | Long-bay fabrication shops |
| Mobile Jib Crane | Counterweighted, towable | Maintenance depots, hangars |
Regional Note
BX wall-mounted jibs are increasingly specified in Türkiye’s medical device manufacturing cleanrooms, where floor space is reserved for equipment. Their stainless steel options resist sterilisation chemicals.
Electric Hoists – The Critical Component
| Hoist Model | Type | Capacity Range | Turkish Preference |
|---|---|---|---|
| CD1 | Single speed wire rope | 0.5t – 20t | General purpose, value |
| MD1 | Dual speed wire rope | 0.5t – 20t | Precise positioning |
| European Hoist | FEM/ISO compliant | 1t – 80t | High duty cycle |
| Electric Chain Hoist | Light duty | 0.25t – 5t | Maintenance shops |
| Low Headroom Hoist | Compact profile | 1t – 16t | Restricted hook height |
| Manual Chain Hoist | Portable | 0.5t – 20t | Backup/off-grid use |
Application Insight
The 2025 import data for bridge cranes—75 units at average US$39,960—suggests many Turkish buyers selected LH or LDA cranes with European hoists rather than full QD/QDX configurations. This mix-and-match approach allows customisation of lifting mechanism independent of bridge structure, a flexibility Dongqi supports through modular component supply.
Part Four: Engineering for Türkiye – Beyond Standard Specifications
Dongqi’s sustained sales in Türkiye derive not from generic equipment, but from deliberate engineering adaptations to local conditions:
1. Seismic Resilience
Türkiye’s 2023 earthquakes accelerated regulatory focus on crane anchorage and structural integrity. Dongqi gantry and bridge cranes supplied post-2024 feature:
- Enhanced baseplate bolting patterns exceeding TS EN 1998-3 requirements
- Shock-absorbing buffer stops with 1.5x rated energy absorption
- Anti-derailment devices on end carriages
- Seismic-rated electrical panel locks
2. Climate Adaptations
- Coastal zones (İzmir, Mersin, Samsun): Hot-dip galvanised gantries, IP55 control enclosures, stainless steel fasteners
- Continental climate (Anatolia): Low-temperature hydraulic fluids to -30°C, cab heating systems
- Dusty environments (cement, mining): Sealed slew rings, pressurised operator cabs
3. Energy Optimisation
With Turkish industrial electricity tariffs up 47% since 2021, Dongqi offers:
- Regenerative drive units for gantry travel motions (10-25% energy recovery)
- LED workspace lighting with daylight harvesting
- Auto-idle/standby for hoist motors during dwell periods
- Power factor correction options for multi-crane facilities
4. Local Service Infrastructure
- Stocked consumables (brake pads, contactors, wire rope) at Istanbul warehouse
- Türkçe documentation for all technical manuals and EC declarations
- Remote diagnostic support via mobile applications for initial troubleshooting
Conclusion: Aligning with Türkiye’s Industrial Trajectory
The 2025 customs data confirms what Dongqi observes on the ground: Türkiye is not merely buying more cranes—it is buying more capable cranes.
For gantry systems, the shift toward higher unit values indicates confidence in long-term infrastructure programs. Dongqi’s double-girder and A-frame models are positioned to support port privatisations, rail freight expansion, and the emerging offshore wind service sector in the Aegean.
For bridge cranes, the volume surge at moderated unit prices reveals a maturing SME sector seeking reliable, standardised equipment to compete in export markets. Dongqi’s LH, LDA, and HD models deliver this predictability with the flexibility of European hoist integration.
Our approach in Türkiye remains consistent: provide verifiable technical specifications, adapt to local engineering constraints, and maintain transparent pricing. The customs data provides an objective benchmark of market direction; Dongqi Crane offers the proven means to follow it.
All product specifications in this report are drawn from Dongqi’s official Turkey sales platform at www.craneyt.com/crane-for-sale-turkey.html. For project-specific inquiries, Turkish customers may contact our regional engineering team for crane selection assistance, runway evaluation, and firm quotation.
Dongqi Crane – Turkey Desk
February 2026
