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Hinowa Lightlift 17.75 MK3 vs Niftylift HR15 4x4
The Hinowa Lightlift 17.75 MK3 is a tracked spider lift (boom lift on tracks) with 17,06m working height, petrol, diesel or lithium-ion. The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hinowa Lightlift 17.75 MK3 | Niftylift HR15 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Working height | 17,06m | 15.7m (51ft 6in) |
| Working outreach | 7,50m | 9.4m (31ft) |
| Platform capacity | 230kg | 225kg |
| Weight | 2230kg - 2300kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 4,500kg diesel, 4,800kg hybrid, stated as minimum |
Sources: Hinowa Lightlift 17.75 MK3, Niftylift HR15 4x4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Lightlift 17.75 MK3 if...
A tracked spider lift for tree work, facade and gutter access, church and theatre interiors and gardens where a wheeled boom cannot reach. It narrows to pass through gates and doorways, then sets up on its outriggers.
Full Lightlift 17.75 MK3 specifications →Buy or hire the HR15 4x4 if...
A British-built boom lift favoured by hire fleets for its narrow 2m width and tight turning circle, which let it reach working heights that normally require a much larger machine on a more constrained site. The flexible boom design allows working up and over obstacles.
Full HR15 4x4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hinowa Lightlift 17.75 MK3 and the Niftylift HR15 4x4?
The Hinowa Lightlift 17.75 MK3 is a tracked spider lift (boom lift on tracks) with 17,06m working height, petrol, diesel or lithium-ion; the Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift.
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