I think it would have been easier to send one of the S61, logistics wise it would have been better.
Not sure how much fuel the crane burns, but they would've had to have a fuel truck at Wilsons Prom and then a stop off in Launceston, for a top off.
There are at least 2 engineers (in a truck) and also a dedicated fuel truck that follows them.
I believe a 412 with a belly tank left yesterday from Victoria to help assist.
All the best to the boys and girls down that way.
NiB