Veteran Crane Unloads 594 Tesla Megapacks in Tonopah, AZ

Veteran Crane Construction recently completed a major support project involving the offloading of 594 Tesla Megapack battery storage units in Tonopah, Arizona. Each unit weighed in at 84,000 pounds, requiring heavy-duty equipment, detailed planning, and a committed team to keep the schedule on track.

Project Overview

• Location: Tonopah, AZ
• Units Handled: 594 Tesla Megapacks
• Weight Per Unit: 84,000 lbs
• Timeline to Start: 36 hours from initial call
• On-Site Duration (Offloading): 11 days

Team Approach Once mobilized, our crew operated in two 12-hour shifts every day to keep the process moving continuously. From day one through day eleven, this was a full-tilt logistical operation where every Megapack had to be handled with care and coordination.

Execution Highlights

• Operated cranes specifically suited for extreme weight handling
• Qualified rigging crews ensuring safe and precise offloads
• Tight coordination with site leads and logistics managers
• Ability to adapt in real-time to shifting site needs and conditions

Project Wrap-Up From initial offload to final transport, the entire project was completed successfully. The team stayed on schedule, maintained strict safety protocols, and supported the client’s operational goals at every stage.

We’ll be sharing more photos and insights soon. If you have questions about large-scale equipment handling, we’re always here to talk.

Veteran Crane Construction is a Prescott, Arizona–based company specializing in operated crane rental, qualified rigging, equipment rental, and software-driven project management. We support industrial and green energy projects across the region, offering dependable, full-service jobsite support under licensed contractors. Known for reliability, strong relationships, and a “we’ll take care of it” approach, we’re the partner clients call when precision and trust matter most.