Head to head
JLG Industries ES2646 vs Niftylift HR17 4x4
The JLG Industries ES2646 is a electric scissor lift with 9.92 m working height, a scissor lift with a 545 kg platform capacity. 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
| JLG Industries ES2646 | Niftylift HR17 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Working height | 9.92 m | 17.2m |
| Weight | 2401 kg | 5,000kg |
| Platform height | 7.92 m | - |
| Platform capacity | 545 kg (Indoor); 545 kg (Outdoor) | - |
| Working outreach | - | 9.4m |
| Turning radius | - | 3.7m (outside) |
Sources: JLG Industries ES2646, Niftylift HR17 4x4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ES2646 if...
A wider-deck electric scissor lift for sites that need more load on the platform, such as installing ductwork, cable tray and ceiling grids. It keeps the same capacity indoors and outdoors.
Full ES2646 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 JLG Industries ES2646 and the Niftylift HR17 4x4?
The JLG Industries ES2646 is a electric scissor lift with 9.92 m working height, a scissor lift with a 545 kg platform capacity; the Niftylift HR17 4x4 is a self-propelled 4x4 articulated boom lift with 17.2m working height.
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