Goliath crane

American  

noun

1. a gantry crane for heavy work, as in steel mills.

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Etymology

Origin of Goliath crane

First recorded in 1890–95; after Goliath

Example Sentences

On a recent morning at Philly Shipyard, a hulking “Goliath” crane towered over the site, sporting a fresh coat of Hanwha orange paint.

From The Wall Street Journal

The movement of the Goliath crane up the Firth of Forth required precise timing so it could pass under the structures at low tide.

From BBC

The Goliath crane left its construction site in Shanghai, China, on 17 December on the deck of a specialist crane transport vessel.

From BBC

The Goliath crane passed under the bridges at low tide The UK's biggest crane has passed under the Forth bridges on its way to Fife, where it will be used to build the Navy's new aircraft carriers.

From BBC

At 68m high, the Goliath crane is taller than the Wallace Monument.

From BBC