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Niftylift HR17 4x4 vs Skyjack SJIII 3219

The Niftylift HR17 4x4 is a self-propelled 4x4 articulated boom lift with 17.2m working height. The Skyjack SJIII 3219 is a a narrow electric slab scissor lift for indoor access work.

Last reviewed 6 October 2026

Niftylift HR17 4x4
Niftylift HR17 4x4 - image: Niftylift
Skyjack SJIII 3219
Skyjack SJIII 3219 - image: Rapid Platforms

Specifications side by side

Niftylift HR17 4x4Skyjack SJIII 3219
Working height17.2m7.79 m
Working outreach9.4m-
Weight5,000kg-
Turning radius3.7m (outside)-
Raised platform height-5.79 m
Platform capacity-227 kg
Machine weight-1,312 kg
Overall width-0.81 m

Sources: Niftylift HR17 4x4, Skyjack SJIII 3219. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

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 →

Buy or hire the SJIII 3219 if...

The Skyjack SJIII 3219 is a narrow electric scissor lift in the same heavily hired UK indoor access class as the Genie GS-1932 and JLG 1930ES. Skyjack markets the SJIII range on simplified hydraulics and a smaller parts count than some competitors, which UK hire companies value for keeping fleet maintenance costs down. It is a common sight on retail fit-out and warehouse maintenance jobs where a machine needs to pass through a standard doorway.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Niftylift HR17 4x4 and the Skyjack SJIII 3219?

The Niftylift HR17 4x4 is a self-propelled 4x4 articulated boom lift with 17.2m working height; the Skyjack SJIII 3219 is a a narrow electric slab scissor lift for indoor access work.

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