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Niftylift HR15 4x4 vs Niftylift HR21 4x4
The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift. 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
| Niftylift HR15 4x4 | Niftylift HR21 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Working height | 15.7m (51ft 6in) | 20.8m |
| Working outreach | 9.4m (31ft) | 13m |
| Operating weight | 4,500kg diesel, 4,800kg hybrid, stated as minimum | - |
| Platform capacity | 225kg | - |
| Weight | - | 6,680kg |
| Turning radius | - | 3.89m (outside) |
Sources: Niftylift HR15 4x4, Niftylift HR21 4x4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →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 Niftylift HR15 4x4 and the Niftylift HR21 4x4?
The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift; the Niftylift HR21 4x4 is a self-propelled 4x4 articulated boom lift with 20.8m working height.
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