HIAB & Lorry Loader
Outrigger Pads
UHMW-PE outrigger pads for HIAB cranes, lorry loaders and truck mounted knuckle boom cranes. Recessed and square options to suit every setup, from light delivery HIABs to heavy loader cranes. UK stock, same day dispatch.
Why HIAB Cranes Need Proper Outrigger Pads
Lorry loaders and HIAB cranes operate on delivery sites, roadsides and construction yards where ground conditions are unpredictable. Standard timber mats are heavy, split and absorb water. Steel plates concentrate load instead of spreading it.
UHMW-PE outrigger pads are purpose built for lorry loader stabilisers. They are lightweight enough for one person to handle, distribute load effectively across soft ground and last years without rotting or cracking.
Outrigger Pads Built for Lorry Loaders
Most HIAB and lorry loader cranes need pads in the 400mm to 500mm range. Recessed models sit flush over the outrigger foot so the pad stays in place during deployment. Square pads work with any flat outrigger foot. Stowage kits bolt to the truck so pads stay with the vehicle. All prices exclude VAT.
400x400x40mm Recessed
Sits flush over the HIAB foot. Built for van mounted platforms and light HIAB cranes. 12 tonne rated.
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500x500x40mm Square
Universal flat pad. Works with any HIAB, lorry loader or MEWP outrigger foot. 15 tonne rated.
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500x500 Stowage Kit
Two pads plus galvanised holster. Bolts to the truck chassis so pads stay on board across every job.
View ProductEssential vs Premium for Lorry Loaders
Most HIAB and lorry loader cranes have outrigger feet between 150mm and 300mm diameter. The right pad depends on the crane's outrigger load and how the pad will be used.
- Light HIABs (up to 15T per leg): CPS Essential recessed pads, from £55
- Mid HIABs (up to 25T per leg): Essential 500x500x60mm recessed or Premium 600mm round
- Heavy lorry loaders (25T+): Premium 800mm or 1000mm round pads
- Fleet supply: Essential stowage kits so every truck has pads on board
Running MEWPs alongside your HIAB? See our MEWP outrigger pads.
Material Advantages for Lorry Loader Work
- Lightweight: one person can carry and position the pad
- Will not absorb water, rot or degrade in wet conditions
- High compressive strength distributes load across soft ground
- Textured surface prevents outrigger foot slip
- No splinters or sharp edges on site
- Reusable across hundreds of deployments
HIAB Outrigger Pad Sizing
Use our Pad Size Calculator for exact recommendations. The table below gives a starting point for common lorry loader setups.
| Crane Type | Typical Outrigger Load | Recommended Pad | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light HIAB (3 to 8 tonne metre) | Up to 5 tonnes per leg | 400x400x40mm recessed | Essential £55 |
| Mid HIAB (10 to 20 tonne metre) | Up to 12 tonnes per leg | 500x500x40mm square or recessed | Essential from £65 |
| Heavy HIAB (25 to 40 tonne metre) | Up to 25 tonnes per leg | 500x500x60mm recessed or 800mm round | Essential £95 / Premium from £200 |
| Large lorry loader (50+ tonne metre) | 30+ tonnes per leg | 1000mm round or square, 60 to 80mm thick | Premium |
Need Outrigger Pads for Your Lorry Loader Fleet?
Trade accounts and volume pricing available. Essential stowage kits keep pads on every truck in the fleet.
Not sure which pad? Call 07752 806706 or get in touch.
