SB363

36 tonne lifting capacity sidelifters

36 Tonne Lifting Capacity | 40’ Rigid Chassis Sidelifter

Lightweight 36 Tonne Lifting Capacity sidelifter

The SB363 Sidelifter – Steelbro’s latest innovation – is specially engineered to have low tare weight, and offers customers the fastest lift and transfer times with quick deployment and stowing ofstabilisers.

Specifications

All lifters available in right or left side.

Features

  • Triple axle chassis
  • Analogue control system with cable remote
  • Container proximity sensor and lights
  • 16mm Grade 120 RUD ICE chains
  • Lowline cranes to minimise wear and tear
  • Kubota V2403 Diesel engine

Dimensions

  • Rubplate height: 1350mm
  • Overall height: 4229mm
  • Wheelbase: 8800mm
  • Overall length: 13600mm
  • Overall width: 2500mm

Performance

  • Lifting capacity: 36 tonnes
  • Max outreach: 3.9 metres
  • Power: 36kW (48HP) at 2700 rpm
  • Trailer configurations: 20’, 40’,
    and 2 x 20’ containers
Other specification options available.
45 Tonne Lifting Capacity | 40’ Gooseneck Chassis Sidelifter

For operators who need to shift 45’ containers, we’ve created the SB363 Extendable Sidelifter.

This self-loading trailer features a hydraulically extendable chassis which can expand to fit a 45’ container. Made of the same robust components as our other SB363 Sidelifters, the SB363 Extendable gives operators added flexibility for situations where extra long loads are required.

Specifications

All lifters available in right or left side.

Features

  • Triple axle chassis
  • Analogue control system with cable remote
  • Container proximity sensor and lights
  • 16mm Grade 120 RUD ICE chains
  • Lowline cranes to minimise wear and tear
  • Kubota V2403 Diesel engine

Dimensions

  • Rubplate height: 1230mm
  • Overall height: 3976mm
  • Wheelbase: 8800mm
  • Overall length: 13600mm
  • Overall width: 2500mm

Performance

  • Lifting capacity: 36 tonnes
  • Max outreach: 3.9 metres
  • Power: 36kW (48HP) at 2700 rpm
  • Trailer configurations: 20’, 40’,
    and 2 x 20’ containers
Other specification options available.
45 Tonne Lifting Capacity | 20'-45' Trombone Chassis Sidelifter

The SB450 Trombone Sidelifter has been designed to give operators maximum flexibility.

It features an adjustable trailer chassis which can be either extended or retracted in order to handle shorter or longer containers (where regulations allow).

This innovative “trombone” function makes it easier and safer for drivers to navigate difficult areas when carrying a single 20’ container – yet it can expand to carry larger containers or 2 x 20’ containers when required.

Specifications

All lifters available in right or left side.

Features

  • Triple axle chassis
  • Analogue control system with cable remote
  • Container proximity sensor and lights
  • 16mm Grade 120 RUD ICE chains
  • Lowline cranes to minimise wear and tear
  • Kubota V2403 Diesel engine

Dimensions

  • Rubplate height: 1300mm
  • Overall height: 4179mm
  • Wheelbase: 10422mm
  • Overall length: 15122mm
  • Overall width: 2500mm

Performance

  • Lifting capacity: 36 tonnes
  • Max outreach: 3.9 metres
  • Power: 36kW (48HP) at 2700 rpm
  • Trailer configurations: 20’, 40’,
    and 2 x 20’ containers
Other specification options available.
45 Tonne Lifting Capacity | 20’ Rigid Chassis Sidelifter

The SB450 – 20’ Compact Sidelifter is ideal for tight situations or difficult to negotiate areas.

Its shortened chassis length makes delivery to small yards easy. Built to accommodate just one 20′ container, the SB450 20′ Compact Sidelifter offers superb manoeuvrability making it our recommended choice for situations where access is challenging and the 20′ container is dominant.

Specifications

All lifters available in right or left side.

Features

  • Dual Axle chassis
  • Analogue control system with cable remote
  • Container proximity sensor and lights
  • 16mm Grade 120 RUD ICE chains
  • Lowline cranes to minimise wear and tear
  • Kubota V2403 Diesel engine

Dimensions

  • Rubplate height: 1350mm
  • Overall height: 4229mm
  • Wheelbase: 5375mm
  • Overall length: 7600mm
  • Overall width: 2500mm

Performance

  • Lifting capacity: 36 tonnes
  • Max outreach: 3.9 metres
  • Power: 36kW (48HP) at 2700 rpm
  • Trailer configurations: 20’, 40’,
    and 2 x 20’ containers
Other specification options available.
45 Tonne Lifting Capacity | 45’ Rigid Chassis Sidelifter

Versatile, sidelifter capable of handling 20’, 40’, 45' or 2x20’ containers up to 45 tonnes with a 3.9 metre outreach.

The SB450 Standard sidelifter is an industry benchmark for modern safety and efficiency performance in container handling, but has been designed for ease of use and easy maintenance.

Easily load and unload containers to the ground or to other vehicles and doublestack containers with the stable, accurate positioning of tilt and extend stabilisers moved with a dual-speed proportional control system.

Specifications

All lifters available in right or left side.

Features

  • Triple axle chassis
  • Analogue control system with cable remote
  • Container proximity sensor and lights
  • 16mm Grade 120 RUD ICE chains
  • Lowline cranes to minimise wear and tear
  • Kubota V2403 Diesel engine

Dimensions

  • Rubplate height: 1350mm
  • Overall height: 4229mm
  • Wheelbase: 9500mm
  • Overall length: 15120mm
  • Overall width: 2500mm

Performance

  • Lifting capacity: 36 tonnes
  • Max outreach: 3.9 metres
  • Power: 36kW (48HP) at 2700 rpm
  • Trailer configurations: 20’, 40’,
    and 2 x 20’ containers
Other specification options available.

FAST DELIVERY

36 MONTH WARRANTY

GLOBAL SUPPORT

LEGENDARY RELIABILITY

Options

Configure your SB363 to meet your requirements:

Bridge Leg

Choose the sidelifter leg configuration to suit your operation.
Double BridgeLeg

The Double Bridge Leg is an optional stabiliser for the SB363 and SB362 sidelifter model. It provides fast stable operation.

  • Handles 20’ and 40’ containers.
  • Able to double stack 20’ and 40’ containers.
  • Able to offer intermodal rail capability working in rail hubs loading and unloading rail wagons for 40’ containers.
  • When the sidelifter is already fully loaded with a container, it can lift another container off the ground, safely hold it suspended above the ground, while a companion trailer is backed up ready to accept the container.
  • Bridge Leg can be safely deployed in a kneeling configuration onto a companion deck using sensors positioned to ensure stability – allowing a safe lift. This allows unit to operate in tight situations where space is limited.
  • SB363 has option of angle in on Bridge Leg, ideal for delivery close to walls.
Tile and Extend and Bridge Leg

This configuration offers a combination of a Bridge Leg and Tilt and Extend stabiliser for the SB363 and SB362 sidelifter model.

By choosing a mix of stabilisers you can get the best of both worlds, extra stability without losing the flexibility to transfer single 20’ containers from a companion trailer that is carrying two closely-spaced 20’ containers.

  • Handles 20’ and 40’ containers.
  • Safely handles two close coupled 20’ containers.
  • Able to double stack 20’ and 40’ containers.
  • Able to transfer a single 20’ container from a companion trailer that is carrying two closely spaced 20’ containers.
  • Able to offer intermodal rail capability working in rail hubs loading and unloading rail wagons for 20’ containers.
  • Able to offer intermodal rail capability working in rail hubs loading and unloading rail wagons for 40’ containers.
  • When the sidelifter is already fully loaded with a container, it can lift another container off the ground, safely hold it suspended above the ground, while a companion trailer is backed up ready to accept the container.
  • Bridge Leg can be safely deployed in a kneeling configuration onto a companion deck using sensors positioned to ensure stability – allowing a safe lift. This allows unit to operate in tight situations where space is limited.

Hydraulic power

Power Pack

Operate your SB363 sidelifter with any truck thanks to an autonomous power pack. No specific hydraulic fittings required.

  • Ideal cost-saving for truck fleets
  • Dry weight of 184 kg (lighter than alternative engines)
  • Efficient running costs

Power Take Off (PTO)

Operate your SB363 sidelifter hydraulics from a PTO on your truck gearbox connected to a special hydraulic kit.

  • Ideal convenience when using a dedicated truck
  • Lighter tare weight

 

Control systems

SMARTLift 2

SMARTlift II is the latest generation of the steelbro SMARTlift load monitoring system with an enhanced user experience.

  • Next-generation load monitoring system with enhanced user experience.
  • Colour display with high-resolution screen.
  • Clear messages.
  • Simple diagnostics and maintenance.
  • Self-diagnose electronics.
  • Environmental protection.
  • Predicts and prevents unstable operations.
  • Container weighing function +/- 100 kg accuracy.
  • Load profile data provides owners a detailed operating history.
  • Alerts operator when service is due.
  • Proportional joystick operated remote control with
  • latest 2.4 Ghz technology.
  • SMARTlift II meets AS1418.11 standard for vehicle loading cranes

Analogue

Keep it simple with an analogue system that records basic information such as engine hours and oil pressure.

  • Prevents lifting if stabilisers are not fully-deployed
  • Audible alarm
  • Warning light

Operator control units

3 options of control unit

  • Cable Remote
  • Radio Remote
  • Push Button Remote

Other options

3 options of control unit

  • Cable Remote
  • Radio Remote
  • Push Button Remote
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