Rough Terrain Scissor Lift · JLG
JLG 500RTS Specs
Quick-reference specifications for the JLG 500RTS scissor lift, from the manufacturer’s spec sheet and published specifications.

- Platform Capacity – Fixed Deck
- 2,500 lb1,134 kg
- Platform Height – Elevated
- 50 ft15.24 m
- Platform Height – Lowered
- 6 ft 8 in2.03 m
- Working Height
- 50 ft15.24 m
Performance 13 specs
| Extensions (500RTS Only) | 500RTS – 1500 lb (680 kg) |
|---|---|
| Lift Speed – 500RTS | Up – 65 – 80 seconds |
| Platform Extension Slides (Optional) | N/A |
| Working Height | 50 ft (15.24 m) |
| Platform Height – Elevated | 50 ft (15.24 m) |
| Platform Height – Lowered | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) |
| Platform Capacity – Fixed Deck | 2,500 lb (1,134 kg) |
| Platform Capacity – With Deck Extension | 2,000 lb (907 kg) |
| Platform Capacity – Mega Deck | 1,500 lb (680 kg) |
| Lift/Lower Time | 72/72 sec |
| Drive Speed – Stowed Position | 4.5 km/h |
| Drive Speed – Platform Raised | 1.0 km/h |
| Gradeability | 45% |
Dimensions 9 specs
| Machine Height (Platform Lowered) | 400RTS – 116.625 in (2.9 m) |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 15 ft 5 in (4.7 m) |
| Overall Width | 7 ft 6 in (2.29 m) |
| Overall Height – With Rails Lowered | 8 ft 0.5 in (2.45 m) |
| Platform Dimensions | 71 in x 168 in (1.8 x 4.27 m) |
| Platform Extension | 4 ft (1.22 m) |
| Wheelbase | 10 ft 2 in (3.1 m) |
| Ground Clearance | 12 in (30 cm) |
| Platform Railing Height | 3 ft 7.5 in (1.1 m) |
Weight 2 specs
| Machine Weight | 400RTS – Approx. 14,985 lb (6,797 kg) |
|---|---|
| Tire Size | 12 x 16.5 NHS, 8 ply, pneumatic |
Power / Engine 6 specs
| Diesel Engine – Manufacturer/Model | Deutz F3L-1011 |
|---|---|
| Diesel Engine – Horsepower | 42 @ 3000 RPM |
| Gasoline Engine – Manufacturer/Model | Ford LRG-425 |
| Gasoline Engine – Horsepower | 70 @ 2800 RPM |
| Gasoline Engine – Displacement | 4.5 liters |
| Alternator – Diesel | 60 Amp |
Hydraulics / Fluids 3 specs
| Main Relief Pressure | 2800 psi (193 bar) |
|---|---|
| Steer Relief Pressure | 1500 psi (103 bar) |
| Platform Extension Relief | 500 psi (34 bar) |
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