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In the installation of wind farm equipment, the most commonly used construction lifting equipment currently includes crawler cranes, truck cranes, and tire cranes. These three types of cranes differ to varying degrees in terms of structural features, lifting capacity, and operational efficiency. Firstly, crawler cranes have strong lifting capacity, a low ground pressure, excellent climbing ability, and can move while carrying loads; they are the most commonly used type of crane in the installation of wind power equipment. Secondly, the upper structure of a tire crane is basically the same as that of a crawler crane; on flat surfaces, a tire crane can perform lifting operations with low loads and move while carrying loads without the need for outriggers. With the advancement of various technologies related to tire cranes, significant progress has been made in their structural design and manufacturing processes. This further highlights their features of accurate positioning, flexible operation, and multiple steering modes. There are also truck cranes, which use different cab types depending on whether they are in operation or in motion. They are fast and highly mobile, making them particularly suitable for situations where it is necessary to quickly change locations over long distances. Comparing the above three types of cranes helps users select a more practical crane for the installation of wind farm equipment.