- 起重机 qǐzhòngjī craneA machine used for lifting and moving heavy weights, such as a hoist or derrick; also known as a [[吊车|吊車|diao4 che1]].
- 起重船 qǐzhòngchuán crane shipcrane ship; a vessel equipped with a crane for lifting heavy loads, also known as a floating crane
- 塔式起重机 tǎshìqǐzhòngjī tower craneheavy hoisting machine used in construction for moving materials and lifting objects to high altitudes
- 小起重机 xiǎoqǐzhòngjī jackjack for lifting heavy loads
- 起重葫芦 qǐzhònghúlu hoist pulleyA manual or power-operated lifting device consisting of a pulley block and chain or rope.