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Hinowa Lightlift 17.75 MK3 vs Niftylift HR21 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 HR21 4x4 is a self-propelled 4x4 articulated boom lift with 20.8m working height.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hinowa Lightlift 17.75 MK3 | Niftylift HR21 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Working height | 17,06m | 20.8m |
| Working outreach | 7,50m | 13m |
| Weight | 2230kg - 2300kg | 6,680kg |
| Platform capacity | 230kg | - |
| Turning radius | - | 3.89m (outside) |
Sources: Hinowa Lightlift 17.75 MK3, Niftylift HR21 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 HR21 4x4 if...
A larger rough-terrain articulated boom lift for taller external work such as cladding, steelwork, tree and utility access on uneven ground. The maker offers diesel only or hybrid power, and it lifts two people with their tools.
Full HR21 4x4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hinowa Lightlift 17.75 MK3 and the Niftylift HR21 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 HR21 4x4 is a self-propelled 4x4 articulated boom lift with 20.8m working height.
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