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Buying a used crane: equipment first, tax planning second

A used crane can be a practical option when the equipment, condition, and delivery schedule fit your work. Compare the full cost of ownership—not just the asking price—and resolve inspection, maintenance, transport, and configuration questions before buying. Tax treatment is one part of that decision, and should be reviewed with your tax adviser.

Equipment tax planning: questions to discuss before you buy

Updated September 2026. Section 179 may allow eligible equipment costs to be deducted when the equipment is placed in service, subject to annual limits, business-use requirements, and other rules. New and used equipment can qualify, but eligibility is not automatic.

IRS guidance now provides a 100% special depreciation allowance for certain qualified property acquired and placed in service after January 19, 2025. Acquisition dates, elections, and other requirements can affect an individual purchase.

Before committing, ask your tax adviser to confirm eligibility, the applicable tax-year limits, placed-in-service timing, income limitations, and state treatment. A deduction reduces taxable income; it does not reimburse the purchase price.

For current rules, see IRS Publication 946, How To Depreciate Property, at irs.gov/publications/p946. Choose the crane for the work it needs to do, then build financing and tax planning around that decision.

Planning to buy or sell a crane?


Whether you are looking for equipment or preparing a crane for sale, start with a conversation about your requirements, timing, and priorities. Contact Tim at tim@cranesalesgroup.com or 936-242-5060 to discuss current options.

Kobelco crawler delivery — May 2023    

May 17, 2023

Top 3 Houston area steel erection firm takes delivery of new 2023 Kobelco CK1600G-3 purchased through Crane Sales Group.

Contact Tim at tim@cranesalesgroup.com or 936-242-5060 for current pricing and availability.

Crane Sales Group secures three MLC300 FPCs for top VA contractor.    

Industry leading crane rental company adds to its already impressive rental fleet three Manitowoc MLC300 FPCs. This addition was made possible with the support and dedication of Crane Sales Group, a leading equipment acquisition company.


The Manitowoc MLC300 FPC is known for its exceptional lifting capacity, versatile boom configurations, and cutting-edge technology. With its innovative features, this crane is ideal for a wide range of applications, including construction, infrastructure development, and heavy industrial projects.


Crane Sales Group played a crucial role in facilitating this investment, providing our customer with expert guidance and support every step of the way. Our deep industry knowledge and extensive network of contacts helped ensure a smooth and efficient process. 


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From the archive: CSG prepares its first new CK1600 sale

This is an archived company update. Contact Tim at tim@cranesalesgroup.com or 936-242-5060 for current crane availability.