MEC Begins Shipping 9-Ton CD-9T Carry-Deck Crane

November 13, 2026 - MEC has begun North American shipments of its CD-9T diesel carry-deck crane, a 9-ton model designed for pick-and-carry applications at industrial facilities and construction sites. First introduced at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, the CD-9T marks MEC's entry into the crane category.

The crane is designed for the 8- to 10-ton class and includes changes to its cab layout, controls, lifting capacity, and service access. MEC said the design addresses operator and fleet manager concerns related to visibility, cab space, maneuverability, and maintenance.

“The carry-deck category has long been ready for a strong alternative,” said Paul Waller, MEC vice president of sales for North America. “Fleet managers will now be able to select a 9-ton pick-and-carry crane that solves the issues operators deal with every day: blocked sightlines, tight cabs, precision in confined spaces and equipment that needs to be easier to support. This model builds on MEC’s 50 years of lift equipment experience and design innovation with a fresh perspective on how pick-and-carry work should operate.”

The CD-9T has a maximum lifting capacity of 18,000 pounds on outriggers and 11,400 pounds on rubber. With its standard 10-foot stowable boom extension, the crane has a maximum sheave height of 46 feet, 8 inches, and a maximum outreach of 40 feet, 6 inches.

Without the extension, maximum sheave height is 34 feet, 5 inches, and maximum outreach is 30 feet, 6 inches. The crane also provides 20% more deck space across the front and back of the machine for carrying and supporting loads.

An electronic load management system displays lifting status on screen to support operator awareness.

The CD-9T uses full-pressure hydraulic controls and a hydrostatic four-wheel-drive system for positioning and load placement in confined work areas. Four steering modes are standard: four-wheel, crab, two-wheel front, and two-wheel rear.

The crane has an overall width of 6 feet, 6 inches, a 24-inch tailswing, 40% gradeability, and a maximum drive speed of 15 miles per hour. 

MEC is also incorporating six onboard cameras that provide multi-angle, bird's-eye views around the crane, along with moving object detection technology. Standard perimeter laser lighting provides another visual reference around the machine for operators and nearby workers during overhead work.

MEC announced the CD-9T in November 2026 and said North American shipments would begin that month. Fleets can begin adding the crane during the fourth quarter, and contractors can request the model through their preferred equipment providers for immediate delivery.