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Liebherr 280 HC-L 12/24 wire rope

Every rope at a glance

WinchDiameterLengthOEM part no.
Hoist rope27 mm775532901Estimate US$28 to 39 per m with end fittings, before tariffs and taxes
Hoist rope for wedge socket27 mm10009390Estimate US$28 to 39 per m with end fittings, before tariffs and taxes
Luffing rope24 mm190 m (623 ft)775543901Estimate US$3,950 to 5,850 with end fittings, before tariffs and taxes
Boom retaining rope34 mm6.0 m (20 ft)10172286Estimate US$230 to 340 with end fittings, before tariffs and taxes
Boom retaining rope34 mm10.5 m (34 ft)10172287Estimate US$410 to 590 with end fittings, before tariffs and taxes
Erection retaining rope28 mm27.52 m (90 ft)10172288Estimate US$720 to 1,100 with end fittings, before tariffs and taxes
Erection retaining rope (55 m and 60 m boom)28 mm4.62 m (15 ft)10172289Estimate US$120 to 180 with end fittings, before tariffs and taxes
Erection rope for boom (2 off)10 mm1.0 m (3 ft)775579701Priced on your quote
Erection auxiliary rope8 mm210 m (689 ft)775583401Priced on your quote
Retaining rope for spring support (2 off)8 mm3.75 m (12 ft)10166658Priced on your quote
Don't see your part number, or the rope spec doesn't match? This machine may come with rope lengths or rope specs that aren't shown here. We can still help: fill out a rope request or send us your spec sheet.

Where the standard that applies to your crane type and where it ships (ASME B30.30, CSA Z150, CSA Z248, API or ISO 4309) requires proof testing of the assembly, the proof test is included in the price. If you need other testing or certificates, tell us when you ask for a quote.

Free with every tower crane rope quote: a go/no-go sheave gauge for your crane winch. Buy from us or not, it’s yours, as a thank-you for giving us a shot. Canada and USA.

Don’t hunt for part numbers with a crane down.

Estimates are for the rope assembly, including the end fittings named in the part number (poured or pressed buttons, spelter sockets or swaged fittings), from current rope maker list prices. Each range runs from the most economical rope that meets spec to a higher-quality rope. Freight is free in Canada and the lower 48 states (hotshot freight is extra). Tariffs and taxes are extra and shown on their own line of your quote. Your quote confirms the price.

Why a range?

Most crane winches can take several ropes that meet the crane maker’s specification. Crane makers fit different ropes depending on lifting height, configuration, region and rope maker, and we also offer aftermarket ropes that meet or exceed the OEM spec. The low end of each range is the most economical rope that meets spec; the high end is a higher-quality rope.

On day one they perform the same. Over time, a higher-quality rope keeps its rotation resistance and stability until it wears out normally, with crown wire breaks. A cheaper rope tends to twist up without obvious signs of wear, and is more likely to jump sheaves later in life. Tell us how you run the crane and we will recommend the rope that fits your work and your budget. How to choose a crane rope.

Tariffs on imported steel rope change often and depend on where the rope is made and where it ships. They are not in these estimates: your quote shows them on their own line, so you can see the rope price matches. Freight is free in Canada and the lower 48 states; hotshot freight is extra.

The Liebherr 280 HC-L 12/24 takes 10 wire ropes: hoist rope 27 mm × 280 m (919 ft) (part no. 775532901), hoist rope for wedge socket 27 mm (length to suit your machine) (part no. 10009390), luffing rope 24 mm × 190 m (623 ft) (part no. 775543901), boom retaining rope 34 mm × 6.0 m (20 ft) (part no. 10172286), boom retaining rope 34 mm × 10.5 m (34 ft) (part no. 10172287), erection retaining rope 28 mm × 27.52 m (90 ft) (part no. 10172288) and 4 more.

Reviewed by Dean McDonald, October 2026

Need a rope for a winch that is not listed here? Send us the size and we will quote it.

Crane down, or need a rope first thing tomorrow? Call or text 604-813-9473 any time. Cranes work round the clock, and so do we.

Hoist rope length depends on hook height and reeving; Liebherr sets it by calculation for each installation. 280 m and 480 m are lengths supplied against order number 775532901. The number of retaining ropes depends on boom length.

Sheave groove gauges for this crane

Check your sheaves before the new rope goes on. A set for each rope size, from CA$7.50.

Worn sheaves are responsible for 90%+ of the problems we deal with. Check your sheaves with these groove gauges before installing the new rope.

Why 0.25 mm steps and not a go / no-go gauge? A go / no-go gauge only tells you pass or fail. A set in 0.25 mm steps shows how far the groove has worn, so you know how much life the sheave has left and whether it will make it through the next job.

Stainless steel gauges from each rope's nominal diameter up to nominal +10%. CA$7.50 (US$5.36) a gauge. About our sheave gauges.

Tell us the standard you inspect to in your quote list: it sets the minimum groove size we mark on the gauges. It does not change the price.

Viper wire rope cleaning and lubricating

Cleaner kits and pressure lubricator kits sized to this crane's ropes, with seals and cleaners for each winch.
Viper wire rope lubricator, closedViper lubricator opened, showing the rope cleaners and sealsViper lubricator pressure greasing a crane rope

Pick a solution and the winches. We match the parts to each rope's size, construction and lay, and your quote list shows every part number and price. Seals and cleaners fit the measured rope diameter, so measure each rope before you order; we confirm the sizes before we ship.

1. Choose a solution

See Viper wire rope lubricators for lubricants, other kits and how the system works. Viper is manufactured by Viper WRL Pty Ltd, Australia. We supply it in Canada; outside Canada we pass your request to Viper or their local distributor.

What we've seen on this crane

Hoist rope drum of a Liebherr 280 HC-L luffing tower crane, marked for hoist rope tension
Liebherr 280 HC-L luffing tower craneMarking hoist rope tension on the hoist drum.
Hoist winch and drum of a Liebherr 280 HC-L luffing tower crane
Liebherr 280 HC-L luffing tower craneMarking hoist rope tension on the hoist drum.
Welded pulling eye on a hoist rope end, clamped at the drum of a Liebherr 280 HC-L tower crane
Liebherr 280 HC-L luffing tower craneWelded pulling eye used for hoist rope installation.

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Free help for tower crane owners, operators and inspectors

Your old rope can help train the next rigger

When you buy a rope from us, we would love your retired rope too. We donate it to Ropes for Riggers. The rope is recycled and the proceeds fund scholarships for people entering the crane and rigging trades.

We coordinate pickup or drop-off, with no minimum. Outside our area we confirm any freight cost with you first. Ropes for Riggers has applied for charity status, and tax receipts will be available soon. How the donation works.

Not sure which rope your machine has? Send us the serial number or a photo of the rope tag and we will confirm it. Or call or text 604-813-9473 any time.

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All specifications must be verified before purchase and before installation. Rope specifications can change between machines of the same model and between model years. Confirm against your machine's logbook, reeving and the manufacturer's documentation before ordering. Inspection and discard decisions remain those of your competent person.