HIAB 178 CLX loader cranes
The HIAB 178 CLX is a medium-class loader crane, 17 tm load class, with manual CLX control and optional remote control – valued for its fast work cycles.
The HIAB 178 CLX is a robust and reliable crane in the mid-range segment of HIAB loader cranes – a powerful, well-balanced model that opens the door to the HIAB world of reliability and safety systems without compromise. Operators around the world value the speed at which it completes work cycles.
CLX is one of the best manual control systems on the market, and the crane can optionally be equipped with remote control. The hydraulic outreach is 6.3 to 17.4 m, and up to 19.3 m with manual extensions.
The model is intended for non-EU markets (version without CE marking). HIAB nDurance paint protection contributes to the crane's long service life.
- CLX manual control – same lever sequence on both sides of the vehicle
- Quick response to lever movements – work gets done fast and to a high standard
- Robust and reliable design for years of service, even in the toughest conditions
- HIAB nDurance protection – nano-ceramic layer, e-coating and plastic coating against corrosion
| Technical specifications | Value |
|---|---|
| Control system | CLX |
| Load class (kNm) | 142.5 – 163.3 |
| Outreach – hydraulic extensions (m) | 6.3 – 17.4 |
| Outreach – manual extensions (m) | 8.4 – 19.3 |
| Crane weight (kg) | 1881 – 2721 |
| Number of boom versions | 9 |
| Available boom versions | B-1, -2, -3, -4 · E-2, -3, -4, -5, -6 |
Detailed load charts for each boom version are available on request.



