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Item 14978745

2025 Link-Belt 298 HSL Series 2 250 ton Lattice-Boom Crawler Crane

Located

Midland, NC

Midland, NC

Usage

63 hrs

63 hrs

Serial number

U2L5-8055

U2L5-8055

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Detailed equipment information

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ID number

#14978745


In yard

No


Features

Air Conditioner, Load Camera, HLS1 Load Moment Indicator, 2024 US EPA Label, CARB Compliant, Requires Diesel Exhaust Fluid, 64624 lb Counterweight, Counterweight Removal System, 49 in Smooth Track Shoes


Notes

***Seller Comments: The unit sustained rollover impact damage on 07/16/2025. It has been reported that damages include but are not limited to the operator cab, boom base attachment, boom sections, boom hoist system, and hoist cables. Additional damages include:
30 ft third drum-ready base section.

  • (1) 30' heavy-duty combo top section
  • Includes: 68" x 80" tube boom cross section, 6 boom point sheaves, offset head sheaves, boom angle indicator, deflector roller, wired wind speed indicator, boom walkways, boom tip marker light, and flag assembly
  • (1) 10' "JN" wall tube boom extension
  • (1) 30' "JN3" wall tube boom extension.

    This unit is being sold as part of an insurance claim***

    The operating and/or physical condition of the unit could not be fully verified by IronPlanet and any underlying damage or issues are unknown.

    This item is sold AS IS WHERE IS with all faults and no warranties expressed or implied by IronPlanet.
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    General Appearance with Glass
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    General Appearance with Safety Certification Label

    Serial Number / VIN

    U2L5-8055


    CE Mark

    No CE mark found


    Hour Meter / Odometer

    63 hrs-No guarantees made as to actual hours/miles/kilometers; the inspection report reflects what can be visually observed.


    Paint


    Sheet Metal (fiberglass) Condition


    Steps/Ladders


    Hand Rails


    Glass


    Exterior Lights

    Operational


    Safety Certification Label

    There is a safety certification label with a date of 7/8/2025


    Safety Certification Report

    Safety Certification Report Available


    Load Chart

    No

    Safety

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    Safety with Safety Lock Out/Stop
    Safety with
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    Travel Alarm

    Operational


    Seat Belts

    Operational


    Safety Lock Out/Stop

    Operational


    Current Safety Manual


    Current Operator/Maintenance Manual

    Control Station

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    Control Station with
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    Control Station - Upper

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    Control Station - Upper with Glass
    Control Station - Upper with Seats/Armrests
    Control Station - Upper with Load Moment Indicator
    Control Station - Upper with Controls Hydraulic or Air
    Control Station - Upper with Oil Pressure
    Control Station - Upper with Warning Lights
    Control Station - Upper with Heater
    Control Station - Upper with Limited Function Check
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    Glass

    Accident


    Seats/Armrests


    Load Moment Indicator

    Not operationally checked with a load.


    Controls Hydraulic or Air


    Load Charts

    None found


    Oil Pressure

    The fault indicator shuts off after the engine oil pressure rises.


    Warning Lights

    Operational


    Air Conditioner

    Operational


    Heater

    Operational


    Limited Function Check

    The main components are in place and operational as noted.

    Engine

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    Engine with Emission Label
    Engine with A/C Compressor
    Engine with Blow-by (subjective visual observation)
    Engine with Exhaust System
    Engine with Radiator
    Engine with Engine - Left Side
    Engine with Engine - Right Side
    Engine with DEF / AdBlue Tank
    Engine with Limited Function Check

    Engine

    2024 US EPA Label, CARB Compliant, Requires Diesel Exhaust Fluid


    Emission Label


    A/C Compressor

    Operational


    Blow-by (subjective visual observation)

    No noticeable vapor or pressure


    Starter

    Operational


    Exhaust System


    Radiator


    Oil Leaks

    No dripping leaks


    Fuel Leaks

    No dripping leaks


    Cooling System Leaks

    No dripping leaks


    Engine - Left Side


    Engine - Right Side


    DEF / AdBlue Tank


    Limited Function Check

    The engine started and ran.

    Drivetrain

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    Drivetrain with Drive Motors
    Drivetrain with Final Drives
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    Drive Motors


    Final Drives


    Limited Function Check (Drivetrain-Crawler Crane)

    The drivetrain could not be operationally checked.

    Hydraulics

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    Hydraulics with Valves
    Hydraulics with Hydraulic Tank
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    Pumps (Hydraulics)


    Hydraulic Motors

    Not operationally checked


    Valves


    Hydraulic Tank


    Hoses (Hydraulic)


    Main Hoist


    Auxiliary Hoist


    Limited Function Check

    The hydraulic system could not be operationally checked.

    Crane Superstructure

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    Crane Superstructure with Hoist Drums
    Crane Superstructure with Boom Drums
    Crane Superstructure with Hoist and Boom Clutches
    Crane Superstructure with Main Boom Pins
    Crane Superstructure with Point Sheaves
    Crane Superstructure with Turntable Bearing
    Crane Superstructure with Bottom Covers

    Hoist Drums

    Hydraulic Operation


    Boom Drums


    Hoist and Boom Clutches


    Main Boom Pins


    Point Sheaves


    Turntable Bearing


    Bottom Covers


    Limited Function Check

    The main chassis components could not be operated.

    Undercarriage

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    Undercarriage with Left Roller Frame
    Undercarriage with Left Track Tensioner
    Undercarriage with Left Track Pads
    Undercarriage with Left Track Links
    Undercarriage with Left Carrier Rollers
    Undercarriage with Left Track Rollers
    Undercarriage with Left Idler
    Undercarriage with Left Sprocket
    Undercarriage with Right Roller Frame
    Undercarriage with Right Track Tensioner
    Undercarriage with Right Track Pads
    Undercarriage with Right Track Links
    Undercarriage with Right Carrier Rollers
    Undercarriage with Right Track Rollers
    Undercarriage with Right Idler
    Undercarriage with Right Sprocket

    Left Roller Frame


    Left Track Tensioner


    Left Track Pads


    Left Track Links


    Left Carrier Rollers


    Left Track Rollers


    Left Idler


    Left Sprocket


    Right Roller Frame


    Right Track Tensioner


    Right Track Pads


    Right Track Links


    Right Carrier Rollers


    Right Track Rollers


    Right Idler


    Right Sprocket

    Specialty

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    Counterweights

    Oil Sample Analysis

    Oil Sample Analysis

    engine
    date of analysisApr 14, 2026
    Silicon9.96 PPM
    Tin0.3 PPM
    Silver0.38 PPM
    Aluminum0.76 PPM
    Chromium0 PPM
    Lead1.5 PPM
    Copper17.96 PPM
    Nickel0.16 PPM
    Iron15.79 PPM
    GlycolNEG
    WaterNEG
    Fuel<5%

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    Functions

    Equipment is not tested under load or operated in all available gears. We make no representation or warranty that equipment is operating in accordance with manufacturers' specifications. No inspection has been performed with respect to any functionality aspect other than those expressly included herein. Only select photos have been provided for individual undercarriage components, and may not be indicative of the condition of the entire undercarriage as a whole.

    Dimensions

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