
Product Overview
Dickie Toys' Mighty Construction Crane stands 48 inches tall and mimics a real construction site crane, giving young builders a detailed remote control to run the action. The cabin rotates 350 degrees for a full view of the job site, while the trolley and winch actually operate, letting kids move and lift loads as they manage their own crane work. Built for children aged 3 and up, it turns imaginative play into hands-on coordination practice.
- Stands 48 inches tall, mimicking a real construction site crane
- Detailed remote control lets kids direct the crane's movements
- Operational trolley and winch for genuine lifting action
- Cabin rotates 350 degrees for a comprehensive view during play
- Requires 6 AA batteries (not included)
Full Details
Care Notes
- material warnings: Requires 6 AA batteries, which are not included.
Use Cases
- Imaginative construction-site play at home
- Birthday gift for a child interested in trucks and construction vehicles
- Remote control play for young builders
- Indoor or outdoor play sessions managing a construction site
- Gift for a child who enjoys operating remote control vehicles
Skills Developed
- primary skill: Coordination
- fine motor: Operating the remote control to manage the trolley, winch, and rotating cabin builds hand coordination.
Age Suitability
- minimum safe age: 3 years
- ideal age range: 3 and up
- developmental fit: 3-4 years: Children can begin operating the remote control to move the trolley, winch, and rotating cabin with guidance. 5-7 years: Children can independently manage the crane's full range of motion during imaginative construction-site play.
- upper age note: The crane's scale and functional trolley, winch, and 350-degree rotation keep it engaging well beyond early childhood.
Play Patterns
- primary play type: Imaginative construction-site role play
- play structure: Open-ended, child-directed play managing crane movements
- social context: Can be played alone or alongside other children in shared construction-site scenarios
- adult involvement: Minimal, though adults may assist with battery installation
- play progression: Children start with basic remote control operation and progress to coordinating the trolley, winch, and cabin rotation together
- session length: Extended play sessions as children manage ongoing construction-site scenarios
Why It Works
- primary benefit: Fosters imaginative play as children manage their own construction site.
- secondary benefit: Supports coordination skills through hands-on control of the trolley, winch, and rotating cabin.
What Makes It Fun
- A 48 inch crane you drive by remote control.
Why They'll Love It
- * 48 inch construction crane with remote control * Remote operates crane functions for real action * Durable build stands up to active play * Crane design mirrors real construction rigs
Customer Q&A
How tall is the crane?
The crane stands 48 inches tall.
Does it come with a remote control?
Yes, it includes a detailed remote control that allows young builders to control the crane's action.
What can the crane do?
The crane features a fully operational trolley and winch, and the cabin rotates 350 degrees.
Does it require batteries?
Yes, it requires 6 AA batteries, which are not included.
What age is this crane designed for?
It's designed for children aged 3 and up.
How far can the cabin rotate?
The cabin rotates 350 degrees, providing a comprehensive view during play.