Genie GS-5390 RT: Specs, Features, Price and Buying Guide
Last updated: October 2026
The Genie GS-5390 RT is the tallest model in Genie’s 90-inch rough terrain scissor lift line. It lifts up to 1,500 lb to a 53 ft platform height (59 ft working height), and it comes standard with four-wheel drive and auto-leveling outriggers for work on uneven outdoor sites.
This guide covers the GS-5390 RT’s specs and features, how it compares to similar lifts, what it costs new and used, and what to check before you buy one.
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Genie GS-5390 RT Specs
| Specification | GS-5390 RT |
|---|---|
| Working height | 59 ft |
| Platform height | 53 ft |
| Lift capacity | 1,500 lb |
| Extension deck capacity | 500 lb |
| Maximum occupants | 6 |
| Platform size | 13 ft 0.5 in x 6 ft |
| Extension decks | 5 ft front and 4 ft rear (dual deck package) |
| Stowed length (with outriggers) | 16 ft |
| Width | 7 ft 8 in (8 ft 5 in with high flotation tires) |
| Stowed height | 10 ft 4 in (8 ft 1.25 in with rails lowered) |
| Weight (with outriggers) | 16,567 lb |
| Drive height | 30 ft |
| Drive speed | 4.0 mph stowed, 0.7 mph raised |
| Gradeability | 40% |
| Turning radius | 7 ft 1 in inside, 17 ft 6 in outside |
| Ground clearance | 1 ft 2 in |
| Raise / lower time | 55 sec / 49 sec |
| Engine | 48 hp Deutz D2.9L4 Tier 4 Final diesel; 75 hp Ford MSG 425 gas/LP optional |
| Fuel tank | 30 gal |
| Drive system | Four-wheel drive with positive traction control |
| Tires | 12 x 33 in foam-filled rough terrain |
| Outriggers | Auto-leveling hydraulic outriggers (up to 7 degrees front to back, 12 degrees side to side) |
Specs are from Genie’s GS-3390 RT, GS-4390 RT and GS-5390 RT spec sheet. Older units may differ. For example, earlier models list a 7 ft 6 in width, a 5 mph drive speed and different engines, so always check the specs for the model year you are buying.
Genie GS-5390 RT Key Features
- 53 ft platform height. The GS-5390 RT reaches a 53 ft platform height and 59 ft working height, 10 ft more than the Genie GS-4390 RT.
- Large platform and two extension decks. The main deck is about 13 ft by 6 ft. The optional dual-deck package adds a 5 ft front and 4 ft rear slide-out, for a total platform length of 21 ft 6.5 in.
- 1,500 lb capacity. The platform holds up to 1,500 lb and six people, with 500 lb allowed on the extension deck, so crews can bring materials and tools up in one trip.
- Auto-leveling outriggers. Hydraulic outriggers come standard on the GS-5390 RT (they are optional on the GS-3390 RT and GS-4390 RT). They level the machine automatically on slopes of up to 7 degrees front to back and 12 degrees side to side.
- Rough-terrain drive. Four-wheel drive, positive traction control, four-wheel braking and 12 x 33 in foam-filled tires let it climb grades of up to 40%. An oscillating axle is optional.
- Drive at height. Operators can drive with the platform raised up to 30 ft. Above that, the lift works as a stationary platform.
- Jobsite power. AC power to the platform is standard. Options include a 2,000-watt generator, an air line to the platform and a cold weather package.
- Easy service. A slide-out engine tray and onboard diagnostics make routine maintenance and troubleshooting faster.
Genie GS-5390 RT vs. Similar Rough Terrain Scissor Lifts
| Spec | Genie GS-5390 RT | Genie GS-4390 RT | JLG 530LRT | Skyjack SJ9250 RT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platform height | 53 ft | 43 ft | 53 ft | 50 ft |
| Working height | 59 ft | 49 ft | About 59 ft | 56 ft |
| Lift capacity | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb |
| Width | 7 ft 8 in | 7 ft 8 in | 7 ft 7 in | 7 ft 8 in |
| Weight | 16,567 lb | 12,894 lb | 17,000 lb | 15,200 lb |
| Drive height | 30 ft | Full height | 30 ft | 30 ft |
| Gradeability | 40% | 50% | 40% | 30% |
The GS-5390 RT and JLG 530LRT are closely matched at 53 ft. The Skyjack SJ9250 RT is lighter but tops out 3 ft lower and has less gradeability. If you don’t need the extra height, the GS-4390 RT is about 3,700 lb lighter and can drive at full height. Browse all used rough terrain scissor lifts to compare prices.
Genie GS-5390 RT Pros and Cons
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Common Uses for the Genie GS-5390 RT
- Commercial construction: steel erection, framing, exterior walls, curtain wall and roofing work on multi-story buildings
- Industrial maintenance: piping, ductwork, lighting and overhead repairs at plants, refineries and warehouses
- Building exteriors: painting, siding, signage, window installation and facade repairs
- Events and entertainment: rigging lighting, sound and staging at outdoor venues
Because the large platform carries crews and materials together, the GS-5390 RT is often a good alternative to a boom lift when the work area is directly above the machine. For work that needs to reach up and over obstacles, consider a boom lift instead.
Genie GS-5390 RT Price
Prices vary with year, hours, engine, options and condition. In October 2026:
- New and nearly new: dealer ASCO Equipment listed 2024 GS-5390 RT units with under 300 hours at $93,500, and industrial supplier Construction Complete listed the GS-5390 RT at about $161,000.
- Used on FleetNow: Genie GS-5390 RT listings ranged from $19,900 for a 2002 unit to $59,900. Most 2013 to 2017 units were listed at about $21,600 to $29,400, and 2018 units at about $36,600 to $39,800.
Low hours, the dual extension deck package, a generator and a recent annual inspection all add to a used lift’s value.
What to Check Before Buying a Used GS-5390 RT
- Hours on the meter, plus service and annual inspection records
- Scissor arms, pins and bushings for cracks, bends or excess play
- Lift cylinders, hoses and fittings for leaks, and whether the platform drifts down
- Outriggers: each one extends and retracts, and auto-leveling sets the machine level
- Four-wheel drive, traction control, brakes and steering
- Extension decks slide smoothly and lock in place
- Tires for cuts, chunking and uneven wear
- Engine starts easily, with no smoke, leaks or warning codes
- Safety systems: the tilt alarm, descent and motion alarms, emergency stop and emergency lowering all work
- Platform controls, gates and guardrails are in good shape, and decals and the manual are on board
Ask the seller for photos of the hour meter and serial plate, and arrange a test of every function at full height before you buy.
Shop Genie GS-5390 RT and Rough Terrain Scissor Lifts
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Genie GS-5390 RT FAQs
The Genie GS-5390 RT has a 53 ft maximum platform height and a 59 ft working height. It is the tallest model in Genie’s 90-inch rough terrain scissor lift line.
The GS-5390 RT has a 1,500 lb lift capacity and holds up to six people. The slide-out extension deck is rated for 500 lb of that total.
No. The GS-5390 RT can drive with the platform raised up to 30 ft. Above 30 ft, it works as a stationary platform. The smaller GS-3390 RT and GS-4390 RT can drive at full height.
The GS-5390 RT reaches 10 ft higher (53 ft vs. 43 ft platform height), comes standard with auto-leveling outriggers and weighs about 3,700 lb more. The GS-4390 RT can drive at full height and climbs steeper grades (50% vs. 40%). Both have a 1,500 lb capacity.
Current GS-5390 RT models use a 48 hp Deutz D2.9L4 Tier 4 Final diesel engine, with a 75 hp Ford MSG 425 gas/LP engine available as an option. Older units may have different engines, so check the spec sheet for the model year.
In October 2026, used Genie GS-5390 RT lifts on FleetNow ranged from $19,900 for a 2002 unit to $59,900. Most 2013 to 2017 units were listed at about $21,600 to $29,400, and 2018 units at about $36,600 to $39,800.
