Head to head
Genie GS-1932 vs Niftylift HR17 4x4
The Genie GS-1932 is a electric slab scissor lift. The Niftylift HR17 4x4 is a self-propelled 4x4 articulated boom lift with 17.2m working height.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Genie GS-1932 | Niftylift HR17 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Working height | 7.79m (25ft) maximum | 17.2m |
| Platform height | 5.79m (19ft) maximum | - |
| Platform capacity | 227kg | - |
| Working outreach | - | 9.4m |
| Weight | - | 5,000kg |
| Turning radius | - | 3.7m (outside) |
Sources: Genie GS-1932, Niftylift HR17 4x4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GS-1932 if...
One of the most commonly hired indoor scissor lifts in Britain, used for retail, warehouse and light industrial maintenance and installation. The zero inside turning radius is what makes it work in aisles where a larger machine simply cannot be manoeuvred.
Full GS-1932 specifications →Buy or hire the HR17 4x4 if...
A rough-terrain articulated boom lift for external building, maintenance and signage work where a 4x4 machine has to cross uneven ground. The maker offers diesel only or hybrid power, so it also suits sites that want lower emissions.
Full HR17 4x4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Genie GS-1932 and the Niftylift HR17 4x4?
The Genie GS-1932 is a electric slab scissor lift; the Niftylift HR17 4x4 is a self-propelled 4x4 articulated boom lift with 17.2m working height.
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