What type of cranes are designed to be small and light for road usage?

Mobile cranes are specifically designed to be small and lightweight, making them suitable for road usage. They are engineered for mobility, allowing them to be easily transported from one location to another on public roads. Their compact design enables them to maneuver in various work environments, whether on construction sites or in urban areas.

Mobile cranes typically have a transportable structure that can be easily set up for operation. This portability is a significant advantage over other types of cranes, which may not be designed for easy transport. Fixed cranes, for instance, are anchored in place and are not intended for road use, while rough terrain cranes, although mobile, are designed primarily to operate on uneven outdoor surfaces rather than for general road travel. Lattice-boom cranes are often larger and more complex, not typically configured for road transport in the same way as mobile cranes.