Knuckle Boom Lift Hire Sydney
A knuckle boom lift, also called an articulating boom lift, has a hinged arm that bends so the platform can reach up, out and over obstacles. Power Access hires knuckle booms across Sydney from our Arndell Park depot, with electric models for indoor work and diesel 4×4 models for outdoor sites and rough ground. Our range includes Genie, JLG and Snorkel machines on daily, weekly or monthly hire.
Call 1300 851 447 for a quote. Looking to buy instead? See our knuckle boom lifts for sale.
- Electric Knuckle Boom Hire
- Diesel Knuckle Boom Hire
- Articulating Boom Lift Hire
- All Boom Lift Hire
When a Knuckle Boom Is the Right Machine
The articulating arm is what sets a knuckle boom apart. It lets the operator lift up, bend over an obstacle and then reach down or out to the work, which a scissor lift or straight telescopic boom cannot do. Typical jobs include:
Up and Over
Reach
Work above awnings, plant, machinery and roof edges, where the platform has to clear an obstacle first. The Genie Z-30/20N, for example, has an up and over clearance of 3.86 m.
Indoor and
Confined Spaces
Electric knuckle booms are quiet with no exhaust. Compact models like the Z-30/20N have zero tailswing, so they can work close to walls and in congested areas.
Outdoor Construction
Sites
Diesel 4x4 knuckle booms handle uneven ground on construction and industrial sites. The Genie Z-45/25J RT has an active oscillating axle to help keep traction on rough terrain.
Building
Maintenance
Reach gutters, eaves, facades and roof edges, using the articulating arm and jib to fine-tune the platform position. The JLG 600AJ offers an optional articulating jib for hard-to-reach spots.
High Reach
Outdoor Work
For higher outdoor work, the JLG 800AJ has a platform height of 24.46 m and 15.74 m of horizontal outreach, with a 230 kg platform capacity.
Knuckle Boom Lift Specifications
We hire knuckle booms in electric and diesel versions. The table shows typical sizes across our fleet. For full details, open the model page or call us to check availability.
Electric and diesel knuckle booms:
| Size | Power | Working Height | Outreach |
|---|---|---|---|
|
30 ft |
Electric |
10.89 m |
6.25 m |
|
34 ft |
Electric |
12.52 m |
6.8 m |
|
40 ft |
Electric |
14.32 m |
6.91 m |
|
45 ft |
Electric |
15.92 m |
7.65 m |
|
34 ft |
Diesel 4×4 |
12.62 m |
6.8 m |
|
45 ft |
Diesel 4×4 |
16.07 m |
7.65 m |
|
51 ft |
Diesel 4×4 |
17.62 m |
9.25 m |
|
60 ft |
Diesel 4×4 |
20.30 m |
13.1 m |
|
80 ft |
Diesel 4×4 |
25.77 m |
18.28 m |
|
135 ft |
Diesel 4×4 |
43.15 m |
21.26 m |
.
Electric or Diesel Knuckle Boom?
Choose electric for indoor work, finished floors and sites with emission or noise limits. Choose diesel 4×4 for outdoor construction, uneven ground and bigger heights. If your job moves between indoors and outdoors, a hybrid boom may suit better. Compare them on our electric boom lift hire and diesel knuckle boom hire pages.
At a glance:
- Electric: no exhaust and non-marking tyres
- Electric: compact models fit through standard doorways
- Diesel: 4x4 drive for rough terrain
- Diesel: more height and outreach
- Jib options for fine positioning
- Genie, JLG and Snorkel machines
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Knuckle Boom Hire for Any Length of Job
Hire a knuckle boom for a day of maintenance or for months on a construction site. Short-term hire covers the Sydney metro, Newcastle and Wollongong, with long-term hire available Australia wide. Longer hires generally cost less per day, so share your dates and we will quote accordingly.
- Daily, weekly and monthly hire
- Long-term hire Australia wide
- Obligation-free quotes
- Free site visit available
- Advice on electric vs diesel
Knuckle Boom Hire for Any Length of Job
Hire a knuckle boom for a day of maintenance or for months on a construction site. Short-term hire covers the Sydney metro, Newcastle and Wollongong, with long-term hire available Australia wide. Longer hires generally cost less per day, so share your dates and we will quote accordingly.
- Daily, weekly and monthly hire
- Long-term hire Australia wide
- Obligation-free quotes
- Free site visit available
- Advice on electric vs diesel
Licensing for Knuckle Boom Lifts
Under NSW rules, a High Risk Work Licence (class WP) is needed to operate a boom-type elevating work platform with a boom length of 11 metres or more. SafeWork NSW counts horizontal reach as well as height, so a knuckle boom with a long outreach can need a WP licence even when the platform height is under 11 m. For smaller machines, operators should hold an EWPA Yellow Card, and our Yellow Card training runs weekly at Arndell Park or at your workplace.
- WP licence for boom length of 11 m or more
- Boom length includes horizontal reach
- Yellow Card training weekly
- Machines serviced in our Arndell Park workshop
- Preventative maintenance program
- Member of the EWPA
Knuckle Boom Delivery Across Sydney
We deliver knuckle boom lifts from Arndell Park across the Sydney metro, including Western Sydney, Parramatta, Wetherill Park and Liverpool, as well as to Newcastle and Wollongong. Machines are delivered by tilt tray or crane truck, and same-day or next-day delivery is available depending on the machine and your location.
- Sydney metro delivery
- Newcastle and Wollongong hire
- Tilt tray or crane truck delivery
- Same-day or next-day delivery available
- 24/7 technical support
- Fully equipped service vans
Get a Knuckle Boom Lift Quote
Send us the working height, the obstacle you need to clear and your hire dates, and we will recommend the right knuckle boom and send a quote.
Call: 1300 851 447
Email: info@poweraccess.com.au
Visit: 1-3 Kenoma Place, Arndell Park NSW 2148
Knuckle Boom Lift Hire FAQs
A knuckle boom lift is a boom-type elevating work platform with a hinged arm. The joint in the arm lets the platform go up, over an obstacle and then out or down to the work.
Yes. Knuckle boom and articulating boom describe the same type of machine. Genie and JLG list these models as articulating boom lifts.
A knuckle boom bends to get around obstacles. A telescopic boom has a straight arm that extends for maximum height and outreach in open areas. If there is something between the machine and the work, a knuckle boom is usually the better fit.
Yes. Our electric knuckle booms run quietly with no exhaust and have non-marking tyres. Compact models such as the Genie Z-30/20N drive through standard doorways.
A High Risk Work Licence (class WP) is needed when the boom length is 11 metres or more, measured by height or horizontal reach, whichever is longer. For smaller units, an EWPA Yellow Card is recommended, and we run Yellow Card courses weekly.
Across our range, horizontal outreach runs from 6.25 m on a 30 ft electric knuckle boom to 18.28 m on an 80 ft diesel knuckle boom. Check the table above for each size.
The cost depends on the size of the machine, electric or diesel, the hire length and the delivery location. Longer hires generally cost less per day. Call 1300 851 447 for an obligation-free quote.
Yes. Power Access also sells new and used access equipment. See our knuckle boom lifts for sale or call us to discuss.