Raising The Bar On Boom Lifts

Larger boom lifts are delivering increased capacities at higher working heights, greater mobility and easier setup than ever before. Following is a look at some of the latest in self-propelled and trailer-mounted models.

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Bil-Jax 5031A Boom

The 5031A trailer-mounted boom supplies 56 ft. of working height. A telescopic upper boom beam provides a 31-ft. total outreach.

The unit incorporates a hydraulic jib, 360° non-continuous hydraulic basket rotation and hydraulic outriggers with outrigger LED display. The two-person platform provides a 475-lb. load capacity.

The 5031A is available with 24V DC battery power and charger, an 8-hp gasoline engine or dual-power option. Proportional controls are standard.

JLG Model 860SJ

The Model 860SJ is equipped with a SkyPower onboard generator, SkyAir air compressor and SkyGlazier glass pane rack. The unit's 6-ft. articulating jib has an 86-ft. platform height and 75-ft. horizontal reach. Platform capacity is 750 lbs. restricted or 500 lbs. unrestricted.

The unit is housed on a fixed 8-ft. 2-in.-wide frame and has a low gross weight. Extendable axles are not required for operation, allowing for faster setup. The oscillating axle provides a smoother ride and improved traction. Optional four-wheel-drive enables 45% gradeability.

An Advanced Design Electronic control system delivers improved fuel efficiency and function control.

Genie Z-135/70

Genie's Z-135/70 articulating boom is equipped with a Jib-eXtend jib that provides a fully extended length of 20 ft. This allows for a 141-ft. maximum working height., horizontal outreach of 69 ft. 9 in. and up-and-over clearance of 75 ft. 6 in.

An X-Chassis axle configuration enables each axle to pivot from vertical mounting pins for easy setup. When you're ready to move to the next location, full-traction, four-wheel drive and a four-wheel steer system with four steering modes allow for maximum maneuverability.

The Z-135/70 also features an 8-ft. self-leveling platform and 360° continuous turntable rotation.

American Spider Lift Leo 25T

American Spider Lift's Leo 25T aerial lift features an 83-ft. working height. Its oversize outriggers can be individually rotated and leveled for operation on slopes up to 28% grade. For added traction and mobility, the Leo 25T also incorporates rubber tracks.

Lift operation can be controlled via precision proportional hydraulic remote controls. Other features include a 67-in. width, 440-lb. unrestricted two-person basket capacity and a 6,040-lb. unit weight.

Snorkel Jib Booms

This series of telescoping booms and telescoping jib booms includes models with working heights from 43 to 132 ft. and horizontal reach from 32 to over 71 ft.

Available features include two-wheel and four-wheel drive, gas or diesel engines and platform capacities up to 700 lbs. The units also incorporate weight-saving aluminum booms and high-torque drive motors.

UpRight TL range

UpRight's TL range of trailer-mounted boom lifts offers working heights up to 55 ft. The 475-lb. capacity accommodates two workers plus tools. The TL 38 also features an independently controlled jib boom for increased low-level outreach.

The units incorporate heavy-duty chassis and boom structures for added durability in tough applications. Lengths of less than 6m, combined with a low center of gravity, allow for easy towing.

Haulotte HA 100 JRT

Haulotte's HA 100 JRT delivers a 105-ft. maximum working height with a platform height of 98 ft. 5 in. Maximum horizontal outreach is 69 ft. 11 in., while up and over clearance is 37 ft. 3 in. The 96" x 32" platform can carry up to 551 lbs.

The unit is powered by a Perkins diesel engine. Standard four-wheel drive and four-wheel steer and 15-in. ground clearance allow for maneuverability around challenging jobsites. Maximum drive speed is 3 mph, with a gradeability of 45%.

Additional features include a hydraulic differential lock and extendable axles.

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