I have this boom made in "Austria" have not used for last 2 years ready for new home. It measures 3 ft at attachment side by 12 ft long at tip 8 inch with hook attached . will hold 8000 lb according to stamp. This unit is all steel construction certified welding not HOMEMADE. come and see located in jamul ca. 91935and u will need large truck or trailer to haul forklift onsite here to load!! adwords; are sheeting,framing,stories,upper floors,heavy loads,JBL, safety,chain,hoist,roofing,high reach,j-hook attachment on driver side,builders,crane,sky, by voice at 619-552-90sixtoo