Offering Heavy-Duty Performance and Enhanced Lifting Capabilities in Mid-Weight Class Chassis

Reading, PA (March 4, 2025)—Reading Truck, a leading truck body equipment manufacturer and distributor announced today that it expanded its crane body line-up with the introduction of two new models, the RM-25 Crane Body, and the RM-35 Crane Body. The addition of these two models rounds out its portfolio for RM Series product line by providing customers with a complete range of lifting capabilities and crane body options, from mid-weight to heavy duty.

“We aim to offer our customers a design that’s best in class, delivering superior lifting performance, safety, and durability,” said Nate Goodnow, President and COO of Reading Truck Body Manufacturing. “They’re a great choice for customers looking for a versatile, high-performance solution that can be upfitted to fit their specific needs,”  

The new crane bodies reflect decades of engineering and manufacturing expertise, demonstrating Reading’s commitment to providing an accessible, yet premium product that meets the diverse needs of customers, whether owner-operators or fleet management companies. 

The RM-25 and RM-35 crane bodies are designed for Class 4 and 5 chassis and are available in 9’ and 9’ or 11’ lengths, respectively. For strength, stability, and reliable performance under rigorous conditions, the RM-25 is built with a 6” heavy-duty steel understructure, and the RM-35 is built with a heavy-duty torsion box understructure. They can be upfitted with most leading cranes and come equipped with manual (RM-25) or electric outriggers. Both models offer key features such as work-bench bumper, spray lined bed, and integrated headache rack to further enhance safety and functionality. 

The crane bodies are backed by Reading Truck’s 5-year industry-leading warranty and are available for a quote today. 

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