Snorkel Scissor Lifts: Which Is The Right One For The Job?



 

Snorkel scissor lifts offer flexibility and utility that will serve you well on all sorts of jobs. There are dozens of different models available, ranging from push-around to diesel-driven. You can find the right Snorkel lift here at MAK Industries. We offer competitive rental and purchase options, making it easy to secure the right equipment for your maintenance or construction needs.

Snorkel scissor lift

Snorkel Low-Level Scissor Lifts

There are five low-level Snorkel scissor lifts you will run across as you search for heavy equipment. Four of them are push-around, meaning that they are not self-propelled. While this requires some more effort on the operators' part, it keeps the cost of these machines down, which can be helpful for many teams. The self-propelled low-level Snorkel scissor lift options are:

  • Snorkel S3006P
  • Snorkel S3008P
  • Snorkel S3010P
  • Snorkel S3210P

The maximum working heights of these Snorkel scissor lifts range from 12 feet and 6 inches to 15 feet and 10 inches. With these machines, you can tackle all sorts of jobs, from painting a high ceiling to maintaining a duct system. The Snorkel S3210P is designed for low-level outdoor work, meaning that it pairs a small footprint on the ground with the ruggedness needed to work outside.

There is also a self-propelled Snorkel mini scissor lift to consider: the Snorkel S3010E. With a maximum working height of 5 feet and 11 inches, it's an excellent option for teams with various needs. You also won't tire yourself out by having to push it around the warehouse. You can find a variety of Snorkel scissor lifts for rent or purchase at your local heavy equipment dealer .

Snorkel Electric Scissor Lifts

There are 10 electric Snorkel models, so it’s easy to find the right machine for your next maintenance job. The options are:

  • Snorkel S3010E
  • Snorkel S3019E
  • Snorkel S3215L
  • Snorkel S3215E
  • Snorkel S3219E
  • Snorkel S3220E
  • Snorkel S3226E
  • Snorkel S4726E
  • Snorkel S4732E
  • Snorkel S4740E

As we discussed above, the Snorkel S3010E is a low-level electric scissor lift option with a maximum working height of 5 feet and 11 inches. On the other side of the spectrum, we have the Snorkel S4740E, which has a maximum working height of 45 feet and 5 inches. This model enjoys available hydraulic and electric drive and a variable tilt system that helps you access whatever you need to repair or maintain. It's designed for indoor or outdoor use, making it a versatile member of the team.

Other electric Snorkel scissor lifts range in height, with some being perfect for two-story jobs and others working well in the 30 to 40-foot range. No matter the type of building or other structure you have to maintain or build, we have a scissor lift that will get the job done. Please contact our friendly team to discuss scissor lift rental options in your area.

Snorkel Rough Terrain Scissor Lifts

Snorkel Rough Terrain Scissor Lifts

Many lifts, both Snorkel models and other brands, are just designed for indoor work. For many teams, that's all you need, whether you have to fix the lighting in your warehouse or maintain the inside of an apartment building. If you're interested in our Snorkel scissor lifts for outdoor work, however, then a rough-terrain model may be the way to go. There are about two dozen rough-terrain models available:

  • Snorkel S2255RT
  • Snorkel S2755RT
  • Snorkel S2770RT
  • Snorkel S3370RT
  • Snorkel S3970RT
  • Snorkel S2770BE
  • Snorkel S3770BE
  • Snorkel S3970BE
  • Snorkel S2255BE
  • Snorkel S2755BE
  • Snorkel S2770RTE
  • Snorkel S3370RTE
  • Snorkel S3970RTE
  • Snorkel S9033RT
  • Snorkel S9043RT
  • Snorkel S9053RT
  • Snorkel S9031RT-HC
  • Snorkel S9043RT-HC
  • Snorkel S9056RT-HC
  • Snorkel S9070RT-HC
  • Snorkel S2255RTE
  • Snorkel S2755RTE

All of these Snorkel scissor lifts are designed to be used outside, on rough terrain. Many of them feature diesel engines, which allow them to drive about and raise heavy loads high into the air. BE models, such as the Snorkel 2770BE, are bi-energy vehicles. You can switch from diesel to battery power and back again, allowing you to use this machine inside without risking hazardous fume buildup or dealing with excessive noise.

HC models are high capacity, meaning that they can lift especially heavy loads into the air. The Snorkel S9043RT-HC, for example, can lift up to 3,500 pounds to a maximum working height of 49 feet. If you have heavy equipment to use in the sky or a new industrial lighting system to install, then an HC model may be exactly what you need.

Snorkel Scissor Lifts for Your Team

Snorkel scissor lifts run the gamut from small-footprint push-around models to incredible high-capacity diesel-powered machines that can push thousands of pounds up into the air. Our business offers scissor lifts for sale and for rental. Please reach out to our team of experts to get one of these efficient machines on your team.

FAQ

What are the different types of Snorkel scissor lifts?

There are electric, push-around, and diesel-powered Snorkel scissor lifts. These vehicles can be further categorized as low-level, rough terrain, and high capacity. In short, there is a wide variety of these machines available, each of them suited to different jobs. Our expert team can help you figure out which models best fit your needs.

How much does a Snorkel scissor lift weigh?

The weight of Snorkel lifts differs drastically based on the model. A smaller machine, such as a Snorkel S3006P, weighs 682 pounds – you can haul it around in the back of a full-size pickup truck. On the other end of the spectrum, we have the Snorkel S9043RT-HC, which weighs 17,000 pounds. The weight of these vehicles differs drastically.

How do you use a Snorkel scissor lift?

To use a Snorkel lift, you bring it to the job site and then set it up under whatever you need to work on. Once your team and their gear are on the platform, they can use the controls there to lift themselves up into the air. Please be sure to consult your operator's manual before operating any heavy machinery.

Snorkel Scissor Lifts for Your Team

Snorkel scissor lifts run the gamut from small-footprint push-around models to incredible high-capacity diesel-powered machines that can push thousands of pounds up into the air. Our business offers scissor lifts for sale and for rental. Please reach out to our team of experts to get one of these efficient machines on your team.

FAQ

What are the different types of Snorkel scissor lifts?

There are electric, push-around, and diesel-powered Snorkel scissor lifts. These vehicles can be further categorized as low-level, rough terrain, and high capacity. In short, there is a wide variety of these machines available, each of them suited to different jobs. Our expert team can help you figure out which models best fit your needs.

How much does a Snorkel scissor lift weigh?

The weight of Snorkel lifts differs drastically based on the model. A smaller machine, such as a Snorkel S3006P, weighs 682 pounds – you can haul it around in the back of a full-size pickup truck. On the other end of the spectrum, we have the Snorkel S9043RT-HC, which weighs 17,000 pounds. The weight of these vehicles differs drastically.

How do you use a Snorkel scissor lift?

To use a Snorkel lift, you bring it to the job site and then set it up under whatever you need to work on. Once your team and their gear are on the platform, they can use the controls there to lift themselves up into the air. Please be sure to consult your operator's manual before operating any heavy machinery.