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Sell Your Link-Belt 298HSL Crawler Crane
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What Is Your Link-Belt 298HSL Worth?
HeavyDutyYard estimates a used Link-Belt 298HSL at $850,000–$1,400,000 (our estimate, not yet checked against recent sales).
HeavyDutyYard estimate
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| Hours | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Under 2,000 hrs | $1,190,000–$1,400,000 |
| 2,000–5,000 hrs | $1,012,000–$1,190,000 |
| 5,000–8,000 hrs | $860,000–$1,012,000 |
| 8,000+ hrs | $850,000–$860,000 |
Check the full Link-Belt 298HSL spec sheet.
Link-Belt 298HSL Specs at a Glance
- Engine
- 520 hp
- Operating weight
- 600,000 lb
- Size class
- Large
- Years produced
- 2008-2023
- Max Capacity
- 250 tons
Unverified specs: not yet checked against an OEM spec sheet.
Full Link-Belt 298HSLspecifications →Which Link-Belt 298HSL Do You Have?
The Link-Belt 298HSL was built 2008-2023. Give the year from the serial plate.
How the Link-Belt 298HSL Compares
| Model | Weight | HP | Max Capacity | Est. used price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Link-Belt 298HSL | 600,000 lb | 520 | 250 tons | $850,000–$1,400,000 |
| Manitowoc MLC650 | 850,000 lb | 570 | 650 tons | $933,500–$1,900,000 |
| Liebherr LR 1300 | 440,000 lb | 500 | 350 tons | $550,000–$2,150,000 |
HeavyDutyYard estimates.
Against the Manitowoc MLC650, the Link-Belt 298HSL is 250,000 lb lighter, has 50 less hp and has 400 tons less max capacity.
Against the Liebherr LR 1300, the Link-Belt 298HSL is 160,000 lb heavier, has 20 more hp and has 100 tons less max capacity.
In Link-Belt's cranes lineup, the next size down is the Link-Belt 238HSL and the next size up is the Link-Belt 348HSL.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Link-Belt 298HSL still made?
No. The Link-Belt 298HSL was built 2008-2023, so every unit for sale is used.
What is the Link-Belt 298HSL used for?
The Link-Belt 298HSL is mostly put to work on major construction projects, industrial assembly, heavy lifting operations.