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Ferdinand Scheurer Niftylift HR28E All Electric Boom Lift Added to Rental Fleet

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German rental company Ferdinand Scheurer has added an 86ft Niftylift HR28E all-electric boom lift to its fleet, supporting the growing demand for sustainable access solutions. With a 28 metre working height, 19 metre outreach, and 280kg unrestricted platform capacity, the machine delivers strong performance alongside zero-emission operation. The addition aligns with the DID Group’s broader strategy of expanding its modern and environmentally focused rental fleet across Germany.



Ferdinand Scheurer Niftylift HR28E Boom Lift Strengthens Electric Fleet


German rental company Ferdinand Scheurer has taken delivery of a new Niftylift HR28E articulated all-electric boom lift, further enhancing its fleet of modern access equipment.

The 86ft (28 metre) boom lift, finished in an all-black configuration, reflects the company’s ongoing investment in efficient and environmentally friendly aerial work platforms.


Niftylift HR28E Delivers Zero-Emission Performance


The Niftylift HR28E is designed to provide high-performance access with zero emissions, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications.


Key features include:

  • 28 metre working height

  • 19 metres of outreach

  • 280kg unrestricted platform capacity

  • Dual riser with three-section telescopic boom and articulated jib

This configuration ensures maximum flexibility and reach for a wide range of access applications.


Compact Design with Strong Capability


Despite its high reach, the Ferdinand Scheurer Niftylift HR28E boom lift maintains practical transport and site dimensions:

  • Overall width: 2.49 metres

  • Stowed length: 9.28 metres

  • Total weight: 14.4 tonnes

These specifications allow for efficient transport and ease of operation on both urban and industrial job sites.


Part of a Large-Scale Rental Operation


Ferdinand Scheurer operates as part of the DID Group, one of Germany’s major rental providers with an extensive fleet of access and lifting equipment.


The group’s fleet includes:

  • Around 18,000 aerial work platforms

  • Boom lifts, scissor lifts, spider lifts, trailer lifts, and truck-mounted platforms

  • Fixed frame and 360-degree telehandlers

  • Cranes, including All Terrain, spider, loader, and pick & carry units

  • A 3,000-unit forklift fleet


Operations are supported across 12 locations, primarily in Baden-Württemberg and North Rhine-Westphalia.


About Ferdinand Scheurer


Ferdinand Scheurer is a Germany-based rental company headquartered in Uhingen, east of Stuttgart, and part of the DID Group, a major provider of access and lifting equipment. The company supports a wide range of industries with a modern fleet that includes aerial work platforms, telehandlers, cranes, and forklifts, focusing on efficiency, reliability, and increasingly on sustainable, zero-emission equipment solutions.



Frequently Asked Questions


What machine did Ferdinand Scheurer acquire?

The company added a Niftylift HR28E all-electric articulated boom lift.


What is the working height of the Niftylift HR28E?

It offers a 28 metre (86ft) working height.


What is the outreach and capacity of the HR28E?

The boom lift provides 19 metres of outreach and a 280kg unrestricted platform capacity.


Why is the HR28E significant?

It is an all-electric, zero-emission boom lift, supporting sustainable job site operations.


Where does Ferdinand Scheurer operate?

The company is based in Uhingen, Germany, and operates across multiple regions through the DID Group network.

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