Aerial Work Platform Transport Services
R&RM LLC has transported aerial work platforms of all types since 2011 — from compact electric scissor lifts to large rough-terrain boom lifts towering over 180 feet. Whether you're a rental company rotating fleet inventory, a contractor relocating a lift between job sites, or a dealer delivering a newly purchased machine, we provide safe, reliable transport across all 48 continental states.
Aerial work platforms span a wide range of sizes, weights, and transport requirements. Smaller scissor lifts move on standard flatbed trailers without permits. Large telescoping boom lifts can exceed legal width and height thresholds, triggering oversize permit requirements in every transit state. We assess each unit individually and select the correct trailer and permit package before pickup.
Types of Aerial Work Platforms We Transport
Articulating Boom Lifts
Articulating boom lifts — sometimes called knuckle booms — use hinged boom sections that fold and extend around obstacles, making them ideal for indoor and outdoor construction access. Popular models we haul include:
- JLG: 40H, 45HA, 60H, 66RT, 80H, 86H, 110H, 120H, 150HA, 185H
- Genie: Z-34/22N, Z-45/25 RT, Z-60/37 FE, Z-62/40, Z-80/60, Z-135
- Manitou: 180 ATJ, 200 ATJ, 260 ATJ series
- Haulotte: HA16 RTJ, HA43 RTJ Pro, HA61 RTJ OX
Articulating booms range from about 8,000 lbs for compact electric models to over 45,000 lbs for large rough-terrain units. Most haul without oversize permits when folded to transport configuration, but boom width and transport height must be confirmed before dispatch.
Telescoping Boom Lifts
Telescoping boom lifts extend in a straight line and provide the greatest reach heights, often surpassing 180 feet of working height. These are the most common units requiring oversize permits due to transport length and height when stowed. Models we frequently haul include:
- JLG: 600S, 660SJ, 800S, 800AJ, 860SJ, 1100SJ, 1200SJ, 1350SJ
- Genie: S-45 XC, S-60 X, S-65 XC, S-80 XC, S-85 XC, S-100, S-120, S-125, S-135
- Skyjack: SJ66T, SJ82T, SJ92T
Large telehandler boom lifts (1,200 SJ and above) can weigh up to 50,000 lbs and measure over 100 feet in stowed transport length. These require multi-axle RGN trailers, state oversize permits, and in some cases pilot car escorts.
Scissor Lifts
Scissor lifts are the most commonly transported aerial work platform because of their compact form, wide availability in rental fleets, and high demand on construction projects nationwide. We transport both electric and rough-terrain models:
- Electric Scissor Lifts: JLG 2030E, 2646E, 3246E, 4046E; Genie GS-1930, GS-2669, GS-3268; Skyjack SJIII 3226, 4632
- Rough-Terrain Scissor Lifts: JLG 2630R, 3372RT, 4394RT, 6042; Genie GS-3390 RT, GS-4390 RT; Skyjack SJ9250 RT
Most scissor lifts transport four to six per flatbed load, making fleet rotation cost-effective. Single-unit moves are also accommodated when projects require rapid equipment deployment.
Spider Lifts & Track-Mounted Lifts
Spider lifts and tracked aerial platforms are specialty equipment used in tight-access areas, indoor arenas, bridge maintenance, and tree trimming. Their compact transport width — often under 36 inches — makes them straightforward to haul, but their unique configurations require careful restraint planning. We transport Palazzani, Teupen, Platform Basket, and CTE spider lifts.
Personnel Lifts & Vertical Mast Lifts
Compact vertical mast lifts, also called personnel lifts, are the smallest category of aerial work platforms. Units from JLG (ES Series), Genie (GR Series), and Skyjack (SJ12) typically weigh under 3,000 lbs and transport easily on flatbed or enclosed trailers. We handle single-unit and bulk fleet moves for rental companies and dealers.
Brands We Haul
We transport aerial work platforms from every major manufacturer, including:
- JLG Industries — The largest AWP manufacturer in North America; full product line from scissor lifts to 185-foot boom lifts
- Genie (Terex AWP) — S-series boom lifts, GS-series scissor lifts, and Z-series articulating booms
- Skyjack — SJIII scissor lifts, SJ-series rough-terrain boom lifts; a common choice for large rental fleets
- Manitou — ATJ and ATJX articulating boom lifts and telehandler-based platforms
- Haulotte — Compact and large articulating boom lifts; strong presence in industrial markets
- Snorkel — Electric and rough-terrain scissor lifts, boom lifts for US and international rental markets
- Hy-Brid Lifts — Ultra-compact low-level access platforms; ideal for interior finishing work
Don't see your brand listed? We transport all makes and models. Call (404) 987-6225 with your unit details.
Transport Methods
- Standard Flatbed: The right choice for most scissor lifts, compact articulating booms, and electric boom lifts. No permits required for units that meet legal width and height limits when stowed.
- Step Deck / Drop Deck Trailer: Reduces transport height by 18–20 inches compared to a flatbed. Used for rough-terrain scissor lifts and mid-size boom lifts that would otherwise exceed height limits on a standard deck.
- RGN (Removable Gooseneck) Trailer: Required for the largest telescoping boom lifts and ultra-heavy rough-terrain units. The detachable gooseneck allows drive-on or crane loading and lowers the deck height for oversized equipment.
Oversize & Overweight Permits for Boom Lifts
Legal limits on US roads are: 8 ft 6 in wide, 13 ft 6 in tall, 40–53 ft long (varies by state), and 80,000 lbs gross vehicle weight. Large boom lifts commonly exceed one or more of these limits when loaded:
- Width: Rough-terrain boom lifts with extended axles can exceed 8 ft 6 in when measured across the tires.
- Height: Tall boom lifts stowed upright on a flatbed can approach or exceed 13 ft 6 in, especially on bridge decks with low clearances.
- Length: Large telehandler booms (1,200 SJ and similar) stowed in transport configuration can run 80 feet or longer on the trailer, exceeding single-state length limits.
- Weight: The largest rough-terrain units exceed 40,000 lbs, and combined with a tractor-trailer, can surpass 80,000 lbs gross.
Our permit coordination team handles all state oversize and overweight applications, route surveys, and pilot car arrangements so your equipment moves legally and on schedule.
Preparing Your AWP for Transport
Before pickup, operators should:
- Stow the boom or platform fully in transport position and lock it with any travel pins provided
- Retract all outriggers and stabilizers flush with the chassis
- Disconnect or disable batteries on electric models to prevent accidental activation during transit
- Remove or secure any loose accessories, cords, or extension platforms
- Ensure the unit starts and drives so it can be self-loaded onto the trailer (or confirm crane pickup is needed)
- Note any fluid leaks, hydraulic issues, or inoperative systems that could affect loading
Our drivers confirm transport readiness at pickup and will not load a unit with loose or unsecured attachments.
Common Applications
- Commercial construction projects requiring boom lifts for steel erection, exterior cladding, and MEP rough-in
- Rental company fleet management — inter-branch transfers to match seasonal demand
- Equipment dealer deliveries of new units from distribution centers to end users
- Industrial facility maintenance outages requiring temporary aerial access equipment
- Auction purchases and fleet liquidation requiring timely transport to buyer locations
- Film and event production requiring specialty lifts at venues nationwide
Pricing for Aerial Work Platform Transport
Transport rates depend on unit type, dimensions, pickup and delivery locations, and permit requirements. As a general guide:
- Electric scissor lifts (up to 26 ft): $1,200–$2,500 for regional moves; multi-unit loads reduce per-unit cost
- Rough-terrain scissor lifts & compact boom lifts: $1,800–$3,500 depending on distance
- Large articulating boom lifts (60–110 ft): $2,500–$5,500 with oversize permits
- Large telescoping boom lifts (1,200 SJ, 185H, etc.): $5,000–$10,000+ depending on route, states crossed, and pilot car requirements
Prices above are estimates only. Contact us with your unit's make, model, and pickup/delivery cities for an accurate quote.
Get Your Aerial Work Platform Quoted
Provide the make, model, approximate weight, and pickup and delivery cities when requesting a quote. If you know the stowed transport dimensions, that helps us confirm trailer selection and permit needs before calling back.