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Genie GL™-8

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Features

Versatility
Choose from three bases to customize the Genie Lift for your job — it can be used as a hand truck, forklift or dolly for increased versatility and value. Straddle Base Adjustable base legs straddle loads or fixed objects up to 36 in (91 cm) wide. Perfect for lifting small pallets, appliances and other bulky objects (GL-4, GL-8, GL-10, GL-12). Counterweight Base Short leg length lets you get close to your load. Excellent for accessing loads on countertops or shelves above fixed objects.
Designed for use on level surfaces (GL-4, GL-8, GL-10). Standard Base Compact design allows you to lift and maneuver in congested work areas. Great for general lifting and material delivery. Low loading height (GL-4, GL-8 shown here with optional pneumatic rear wheels). With three base models and many accessories to choose from, the Genie® Lift™ is ideal for all your material handling needs. From the GL™-4 that lifts up to 500 lb (227 kg) to 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) to the GL-12 that lifts up to 350 lb (159 kg) to heights up to 13 ft 9.5 in (4.2 m), the Genie Lift is perfect for a variety of jobs. The Genie Lift is well suited for  shipping/receiving, lifting heavy material to or from shelves, installing and repairing HVAC components, lifting and moving automotive parts, transporting computer and server components, as well as other manufacturing applications. Compact and versatile, this unit is also easily loaded in a pickup truck for convenient transport.

Choose from three bases to customize the Genie Lift for your job — it can be used as a hand truck, forklift or dolly for increased versatility and value.

  • Standard Base:Compact design allows you to lift and maneuver in congested work areas. Great for general lifting and material delivery. Low loading height (GL-4, GL-8 shown here with optional pneumatic rear wheels).
  • Straddle Base: Adjustable base legs straddle loads or fixed objects up to 36 in (91 cm) wide. Perfect for lifting small pallets, appliances and other bulky objects (GL-4, GL-8, GL-10, GL-12).
  • Counterweight Base: Short leg length lets you get close to your load. Excellent for accessing loads on countertops or shelves above fixed objects. Designed for use on level surfaces (GL-4, GL-8, GL-10).

 

Compact,
Maneuverable Design The telescoping aluminum frame design makes the unit extremely compact. In addition, the winch handle is reversible, and a hold-down
mechanism secures the carriage for easy transport and storage.

Platform for Load Handling
The optional load platform fits easily over forks to handle odd-shaped loads and can also be used as a portable work table.

Boom for Added Versatility
The boom option turns your Genie® Lift™ into a vertical crane or hoist capable of lifting up to 500 lb (227 kg) at 14 in (36 cm) and up to 300 lb (136 kg) at 20 in (51 cm) of reach.

Ladder for Increased Access
Attaching the sturdy aluminum ladder accessory makes your Genie Lift a combination lift truck and stepladder for increased access to lifting and installation tasks (Available on standard and straddle base models). The standard winch can be used while the ladder is in use or stowed.

Wheels and Casters
8 in (20 cm) non-marking rear wheels and 2 in (5 cm), front-swivel casters are standard on the standard and straddle base models. 5 in (12 cm) rear-swivel casters with side brakes and fixed 4 in (10 cm) front wheels are standard on the counterweight base model. Optional pneumatic rear tires and foot-release brake available (standard and straddle base only).

Specifications

Max Lifting Height 10 ft 5 in (93.06 m)
Capacity 400 lb (182 kg)
Stowed Height 5 ft 7.5 in (1.72 m)
Machine Weight 145 lb

 

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust (including diesel engine exhaust when equipped), lead and lead compounds, mineral oils, soots, phthalates, and carbon monoxide which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.