Head to head
Genie Z-60/37 FE vs Niftylift HR17 4x4
The Genie Z-60/37 FE is a hybrid articulated boom lift (full electric or diesel hybrid) reaching 20.16 m working height. 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 Z-60/37 FE | Niftylift HR17 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Working height | 20.16 m | 17.2m |
| Working outreach | 11.15 m | 9.4m |
| Platform capacity | 227 kg | - |
| Weight | - | 5,000kg |
| Turning radius | - | 3.7m (outside) |
Sources: Genie Z-60/37 FE, Niftylift HR17 4x4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Z-60/37 FE if...
A rough-terrain articulated boom lift for external building work, steel erection and facade access where up-and-over reach is needed. The full-electric mode suits quieter or emission-sensitive sites, with the hybrid mode for longer days.
Full Z-60/37 FE 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 Z-60/37 FE and the Niftylift HR17 4x4?
The Genie Z-60/37 FE is a hybrid articulated boom lift (full electric or diesel hybrid) reaching 20.16 m working height; the Niftylift HR17 4x4 is a self-propelled 4x4 articulated boom lift with 17.2m working height.
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