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JLG 1850SJ Ultra Boom vs JLG 600S

JLG JLG 1850SJ Ultra Boom
JLG telescopic boom lift
JLG JLG 600S
Operating weight ——
Engine power ——
Platform height ≈56.4 m (185 ft)≈18.3 m (60 ft)
Horizontal outreach ≈24.4 m (80 ft)≈15.2 m (50 ft)
Platform capacity —≈227 kg (500 lb)
Drive —4WD diesel
Strengths
  • + Extraordinary reach
  • + Avoids crane hire for many jobs
  • + Proven, durable design
  • + Good outreach
  • + Easy to source parts
Watch-outs
  • − Very large and expensive
  • − Older designs lack newer capacity features
Full 1850SJ reviewFull 600S review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.