The maximum wheel load is obtained when
A)crane crab is farthest to gantry girder
B)crane crab is closest to gantry girder
C)crane crab is not attached
D)crane crab is at mid span

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The maximum wheel load on a gantry girder occurs when the crane crab (the part of the crane that actually lifts and moves the load) is closest to the girder. This position results in the largest moment arm and thus the highest load on the girder due to the crane's operation.

The Maximum Wheel Load Is Obtained When