Bigger, Leaner Scissor Lifts from Skyjack

May 5, 2004 - Skyjack Inc., Guelph , Ontario , recently introduced two new models and made improvements to machines in the 26- and 32-foot classes.

Topping the company's product line are the brand new SJ8243 (shown) and SJ8850, compact rough-terrain scissor lifts. The 43- and 50-foot platform height machines are each drivable at full height. Standard features include a 4'6" rollout deck, four-wheel drive, and hinged fold-down guardrails. Optional equipment includes an all-new self-leveling outrigger package. This one-button system is now available for all models equipped with outriggers. List price is set at $53,200 for the SJ8243 and $62,500 for the SJ8850.

The 26-foot SJ4626 now boasts an additional 150 pounds of capacity, topping out at 1,000 pounds. And in the process, the overall gross vehicle weight has been reduced by 200 pounds. In the 32-foot scissor lift class, the company's SJ4832 has been trimmed to 46 inches wide and re-named the 4632. Its gross vehicle weight has been cut by 600 pounds. Both models now feature a longer 4-foot deck extension. New pricing is set at $18,500 and $27,100, respectively. ( www.skyjackinc.com )