Used Articulating Boom Lifts for Sale

Height and Reach: Determine the maximum height and horizontal reach required for your specific tasks.

Weight Capacity: Consider the weight of workers, tools, and materials that will be on the platform.

Power Source: Consider the availability of power sources at your work site. Articulating lifts are available with diesel, electric, and hybrid power sources.

Terrain and Environment: Assess the terrain and environment where the lift will be used. Some lifts are designed for indoor use on smooth surfaces, while others are suitable for outdoor use on rough terrain.

Maneuverability and Access: Consider features such as narrow chassis width, tight turning radius, and precise controls which enhance the maneuverability of the lift and its ability to navigate around obstacles and access tight spaces.

Safety Features: Tilt sensors, overload protection, emergency lowering systems, and platform railings to ensure safe operation.

Maintenance and Support: Choose a reputable manufacturer or dealer that offers reliable maintenance programs, spare parts availability, and technical support.

Budget: Determine your budget, including any costs of accessories, delivery, and maintenance.

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The tallest articulating boom lifts available on the market typically reach heights of around 130 to 150 feet.

Whether you need to wear a harness while operating an articulating boom lift depends on the specific regulations and safety policies in your region, as well as the specific circumstances of the job. However, in many jurisdictions and industries, wearing a harness is a common safety practice when working from elevated platforms, including articulating boom lifts.

Articulating Boom Lifts are designed to reach heights above ground. They can reach from 30 feet to 158 feet high. Articulated boom lifts need to be placed on level ground during operation.

A boom lift and an articulating lift are both aerial work platforms used for accessing elevated areas, but they differ in design and functionality. Boom lifts feature a straight, extendable arm that provides vertical and horizontal reach, making them suitable for reaching high, straight up-and-over obstacles such as building roofs. Articulating lifts have multiple jointed sections in their arms, allowing for flexibility and articulation. This design enables articulating lifts to bend and reach up, over, and around obstacles with greater maneuverability, making them ideal for accessing confined or hard-to-reach areas and for tasks requiring precise positioning.

On average, articulating boom lifts are designed to last 5,000–10,000 hours. More than 97% of Articulating Boom Lifts for sale on FleetNow have fewer than 5,000 hours. Consider units with more than 5,000 hours when cost savings are an important factor. 

Articulating boom lifts come in a variety of reach heights to accommodate different tasks and working environments. Here are some common reach heights for articulating lifts:

30-40 feet: These lifts are suitable for tasks such as maintenance work on buildings, indoor construction projects, and light outdoor maintenance.

40-60 feet: These lifts are often used for tasks such as electrical work, painting, window cleaning, and light construction projects.

60-80 feet: These lifts are suitable for tasks such as industrial maintenance, facility management, and outdoor construction projects.

80-100 feet: These lifts are commonly used for tasks such as bridge maintenance, tree trimming, and large-scale construction projects.

100-150 feet or more: These are the tallest articulating boom lifts available and are typically used for tasks such as high-rise construction, stadium maintenance, and industrial applications requiring extreme height access.

For most shipping most equipment, the longer the shipping distance, the lower the per-mile cost. In 2023, it cost $2,000 to move a Genie Z-45/25 from California to Oregon.

Watch this video for an overview of a Genie/JLG boom lift: