Diesel and All Terrain Scissor Lift Hire
Unsealed ground is where a diesel scissor lift earns its keep. Electric slab models are built for concrete floors, but gravel, compacted fill and muddy site access need four-wheel drive, rough terrain tyres and extra ground clearance. That’s what our all terrain scissor lift hire range is built around, with platform heights from 7.92m up to 16.15m.
These machines carry more too. Our 43ft and 53ft models take up to 680kg on the platform, which leaves room for a two-person crew with their tools and a solid load of materials. Each one goes through servicing and a safety inspection between hires.
Our All Terrain Scissor Lift Range
Every model below runs on diesel with four-wheel drive:
- 26ft: 7.92m platform height, 567kg capacity, 1.73m wide
- 32ft: 10.06m platform height, 450kg capacity, 1.78m wide
- 40ft: 12.12m platform height, 363kg capacity, 1.75m wide
- 43ft: 13.11m platform height, 680kg capacity, 2.29m wide
- 53ft: 16.15m platform height, 680kg capacity, 2.29m wide
Those figures are platform heights. Add roughly 2m for working height, so the 53ft model puts a worker’s hands at about 18m. Our 32ft unit is Genie’s GS-3369 RT, one of the most common rough terrain scissors on Australian sites.
Working on a slope? Our Athena bi-levelling scissor lifts adjust to keep the platform level on uneven ground. Ask the team about tracked scissor lift availability for soft ground.
Diesel models also cover ground faster than electric slab units and roll over the odd kerb ramp or patch of mud without fuss, so a crew can move between buildings on a large estate without loading the machine back onto a truck.
Rough Terrain Scissor Lift Hire Across Melbourne
Builders book rough terrain scissor lift hire for tilt-panel warehouses, portal frame sheds, external cladding and roof plumbing on new estates. A wide diesel deck lets you work along a wall without constant repositioning, and the 4WD gets you from the laydown area to the slab under its own power.
Check the ground before delivery. Rough terrain tyres cope with loose surfaces, but open trenches, soft fill and service pits need backfilling or plating first. Plenty of builds end up needing both machine types: a diesel unit outside for cladding, then an electric slab lift once the work moves indoors. Book both through the same contact and we’ll line up the changeover.
Diesel scissor lift hire is priced by the day or the week, with delivery out of Bayswater North. For indoor work or finished floors, our electric scissor lifts are the better pick. Call 1300 580 580 and mention site access when you book, since our largest models need a clear path of about 2.3m.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a diesel scissor lift indoors?
Generally no. Diesel engines produce exhaust that builds up in enclosed spaces, so indoor work calls for one of our electric models.
How much weight can an all terrain scissor lift carry?
Capacity varies by model. Our 26ft unit carries 567kg, the 32ft takes 450kg and the 40ft takes 363kg, while the 43ft and 53ft models both handle 680kg. That figure covers people, tools and materials combined.
Which size should I choose?
Start with the height of the work, then check access:
- Single-storey sheds and low walls: the 26ft gives 7.92m of platform height.
- Warehouse walls and two-storey facades: the 32ft or 40ft.
- Taller tilt-panel and commercial structures: the 43ft or 53ft, if your site has room for a 2.29m-wide machine.
Do rough terrain scissor lift operators need a licence?
Scissor lifts sit outside the high risk work licence scheme. Most Melbourne sites still require operators to hold a Yellow Card, and Duralift can point you to accredited training through our RTO partners.
Can an all terrain scissor lift work on a slope?
It can drive over rough ground, but raising the platform needs firm, near-level footing. The tilt alarm stops elevation once the machine sits beyond its limit. For sloping sites, our Athena bi-levelling models are the safer option.
How is a diesel scissor lift delivered?
On our own trucks, with a two-hour delivery window. We need a firm, clear area to unload and a path wide enough for the machine to drive to the work.
What is a tracked scissor lift?
A scissor lift on rubber tracks instead of wheels. Tracks spread the machine's weight and grip on soft or muddy ground where tyres would sink. Speak to our team about availability before you book.
