Best Jib Crane for Pickup Truck Beds (2026): 5 Picks

An engine block does not lift itself into a pickup bed, and a generator will not climb in on its own. The job needs a crane that bolts to the bed, swings the load over the tailgate and sets it down where it rides. Best jib crane for pickup truck beds means a crane that mounts to the bed, lifts the loads a home mechanic moves, and folds away when the job is done. The cranes below are compared by capacity, winch, boom and safety features.

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Picks for the garage

#	Product	Shop Score	Buy
1	BLUEIAN 2200 LBS Truck Bed Crane	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon
2	Pismire 1100 Lb Folding Detachable Truck Jib	9.5/10	Buy on Amazon
3	VEVOR Electric Truck Crane	9.5/10	Buy on Amazon
4	Verinox Blue 1200 LBS Hydraulic Truck Crane	9.5/10	Buy on Amazon
5	RUGCEL WINCH New 1100lb Folding Truck-Mounted	9.5/10	Buy on Amazon

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BLUEIAN 2200 LBS Truck Bed Crane

BLUEIAN·9.6/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

A 2200 lbs alloy steel truck bed crane with a 12V 5000 lbs electric winch, three boom lengths and overload protection.

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Pros

• 2200 lbs lifting capacity, the highest here
• 12V 5000 lbs electric winch with wired remote
• Three boom lengths: 45.3, 54.3 and 63.0 in, with 3 height settings
• Overload protection, safety pin and secure load hook

Cons

• Warranty is listed as not applicable
• 85.0 pounds to move and mount
• 5000 lbs winch rating exceeds the 2200 lbs crane capacity
• Orange is the only color listed

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Pismire 1100 Lb Folding Detachable Truck Jib

Pismire·9.5/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

An 1100 lb folding detachable truck jib crane with a 3500 lbs electric winch, three height settings and a 1 year warranty.

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Pros

• 1100 lb capacity with a 3500 lbs electric winch included
• Three boom height settings from 45.27 in to 86.61 in
• Boom reach from 46.06 in to 57.09 in
• 1 year warranty

Cons

• 1100 lb capacity, below the 2200 lb BLUEIAN
• No stated boom capacity per setting
• Blue is the only color listed
• Winch voltage is not stated

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VEVOR Electric Truck Crane

VEVOR·9.5/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

An 1100 lbs electric truck crane with a PA800 electric hoist, a 360-degree rotating telescopic boom and wired plus wireless remote control.

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Pros

• 1100 lbs capacity with a PA800 electric hoist
• Wired and wireless remote control for operation away from swinging loads
• 360-degree rotating telescopic boom with 3 adjustable lengths
• Galvanized steel with a protective coating for outdoor use

Cons

• Warranty is listed as None
• 106.7 pounds to move and mount
• No stated boom lengths in inches
• Hoist power supply is not stated

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Verinox Blue 1200 LBS Hydraulic Truck Crane

Verinox·9.5/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

A 1200 lbs hydraulic truck crane with a 360-degree swivel, a receiver hitch mount and three boom capacities of 500, 800 and 1200 lbs.

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Pros

• 1200 lbs maximum capacity, with 500 and 800 lb boom settings
• Hydraulic operation with no winch to wire
• 360-degree swivel with a secure receiver hitch mount
• Telescopic boom with 3 length adjustments

Cons

• Warranty is listed as None
• No stated boom lengths in inches
• No stated weight
• No remote control is listed

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RUGCEL WINCH New 1100lb Folding Truck-Mounted

RUGCEL WINCH·9.5/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

An 1100 lb folding truck-mounted crane with a 3500 lb 12V electric winch, a galvanized steel build and a 360-degree swivel base.

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Pros

• 1100 lb capacity with a 3500 lb 12V electric winch included
• Boom reach from 46.06 in to 57.09 in, with three height settings
• Galvanized welded steel with a yellow paint finish, weather resistant
• Folds when not in use, with a locking handle at the base

Cons

• Warranty field reads '1.' with no unit stated
• No stated mounting base size

Compared on paper

Every rating comes from the brand’s listing and is not a shop test (gathered 4 November 2026).

How the points were given

Each pick is scored on performance, build, value, safety and warranty, with safety points going to stated overload protection, locking and remote-control features and warranty points going to a stated warranty term. Only the Pismire states a warranty term, so only that pick earns warranty points.

No score drops under 9.2 or climbs past 9.8; a tool’s place inside those bounds is set by its weighted point total.

What the listings tell you

Three cranes here lift 1100 lbs, the Verinox lifts 1200 lbs and the BLUEIAN lifts 2200 lbs. The BLUEIAN and RUGCEL listings state a 12V winch, the Pismire states a 3500 lbs electric winch, the VEVOR states a PA800 electric hoist with wired and wireless remote control, and the Verinox runs on hydraulics with a receiver hitch mount. The Pismire and RUGCEL listings state the same boom reach, height settings and winch size, so read them as near-identical cranes and pick by the warranty. The BLUEIAN winch is rated 5000 lbs while the crane capacity is 2200 lbs, so the crane capacity governs the lift, not the winch rating.

Buying guide: best jib crane for pickup truck beds

Capacity is the crane, not the winch

Read the crane capacity, not the winch rating: the BLUEIAN winch is rated 5000 lbs while the crane lifts 2200 lbs, so the load must stay within the crane capacity. Match the capacity to the heaviest load the crane will lift, such as an engine or a generator. The Verinox lists three boom capacities of 500, 800 and 1200 lbs, so check the capacity for the boom setting in use.

Boom reach and height

Boom reach decides where the load lands: the Pismire and RUGCEL booms reach from 46.06 in to 57.09 in, with height settings from 45.27 in to 86.61 in, and the BLUEIAN lists three boom lengths of 45.3, 54.3 and 63.0 in. A longer boom reaches further from the base, and a taller setting lifts the load clear of the tailgate.

Power: winch or hydraulic

4 cranes here lift with an electric winch or hoist and the Verinox lifts with hydraulics. The electric cranes lift with a winch or hoist and a wired or wireless remote; the BLUEIAN and RUGCEL state a 12V winch. A wireless remote lets the operator stand clear of a swinging load, and the VEVOR lists wired and wireless remote control.

Mounting and storage

The cranes mount to the truck bed or a fixed platform: the BLUEIAN lists a 9.2 x 9.2 inch mounting base with 4 mounting holes, the Verinox mounts on a receiver hitch, and the Pismire base detaches with a quick-release design. The VEVOR and BLUEIAN fold for storage, and the Pismire and RUGCEL fold when not in use.

Garage Fit Check

• Check the capacity: the BLUEIAN lifts 2200 lbs, the Verinox lifts 1200 lbs and the rest lift 1100 lbs, so match the crane to the heaviest load.
• Check the mount: the BLUEIAN lists a 9.2 x 9.2 inch mounting base with 4 mounting holes, and the Verinox mounts on a receiver hitch.
• Check the power: the BLUEIAN and RUGCEL state a 12V winch, so check the truck battery connection before lifting.
• Check the swing: every crane here rotates 360 degrees, so check the swing clears the bed walls and the cab.
• Check the fold: the VEVOR, BLUEIAN, Pismire and RUGCEL cranes fold, so check the folded size against the storage spot.

FAQ: garage tools

What is a jib crane?

A jib crane for a pickup bed is a small crane that mounts to the truck bed, with a boom that swings 360 degrees and a winch or hydraulic ram that lifts the load. It loads engines, generators, compressors and small equipment into and out of the bed, and folds away when not in use.

How much can a pickup truck bed crane lift?

The cranes here lift 1100 lbs, 1200 lbs or 2200 lbs, and the winch rating is not the crane capacity: the BLUEIAN winch is rated 5000 lbs while the crane lifts 2200 lbs. Check the capacity for the boom setting in use, and keep the load within the crane capacity.

Do I need a winch or a hydraulic crane?

An electric winch crane lifts with a wired or wireless remote, and the VEVOR lists both, while the Verinox lifts with hydraulics and no winch to wire. Pick the winch crane for remote control from a safe distance, and the hydraulic crane for simple operation with no wiring.

Will a truck bed crane fit my pickup?

Check the mount and the bed: the BLUEIAN lists a 9.2 x 9.2 inch mounting base with 4 mounting holes, the Verinox mounts on a receiver hitch, and the Pismire base detaches with a quick-release design. Measure the bed and the mount before ordering, and check the boom reach against the loads.

Can I leave the crane mounted on the truck?

The cranes fold for storage, and the Pismire base detaches with a quick-release design so the crane comes off when not in use. The VEVOR foldable structure allows space-saving storage and easier transport inside a vehicle or trailer between job sites.

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