A Proven Workhorse for Sign, Lighting & Government Applications
L55R HiReach
BUILT FOR STABILITY, SMOOTH CONTROL, AND DECADES OF PERFORMANCE
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Why choose the L55R?
Why choose
the L55R?
HYDRAULIC CHAIN-FREE BOOM DESIGN
Engineered with a smooth, chain-free hydraulic boom system, this design eliminates many of the wear components found in traditional boom mechanisms. The result is quieter, more reliable extension and retraction, reduced long-term maintenance, and consistently stable movement, ideal for crews who rely on precise positioning day after day.
DYNASMOOTH UPPER PLATFORM CONTROLS
Featuring Elliott’s advanced DynaSmooth control system, operators benefit from a foot-enabled safety switch and a selectable hi/lo joystick range for finely tuned adjustments. These responsive controls allow for delicate positioning near signs, lighting fixtures, and sensitive infrastructure, enabling confident, precise operation at any height.
UNRESTRICTED SIDE-REACH ENVELOPE
Designed to maximize work area coverage, this model offers an unrestricted side-reach envelope within its chart capacity limits. Operators can take full advantage of the boom’s horizontal movement without unnecessary limitations, enabling faster job completion, less repositioning, and greater flexibility across complex or spread-out job sites.
OVERSIZED TURRET AND BEARING SYSTEM
A robust turret paired with an enlarged bearing system provides exceptional stability, smoother rotation, and long-term durability. This heavy-duty foundation ensures the unit performs reliably under daily commercial use, whether working along roadways, industrial sites, or elevated maintenance applications.
OPTIONAL MAIN BOOM WINCH
For enhanced lifting capability, the optional main boom winch delivers powerful material-handling performance with or without the work platform attached. This flexibility allows crews to hoist signs, lighting equipment, and structural components directly from the boom, reducing the need for additional lifting devices and streamlining field operations.
OFFICE IN THE SKY® EXTERNAL CABLE CARRIER SYSTEM
Elliott’s innovative external cable carrier system brings power, air, and essential tools directly to the platform, supporting everything from drills and welders to testing devices. This built-in utility pathway improves efficiency at height and enables operators to complete more tasks without descending for additional equipment.
WARRANTY-BACKED PERFORMANCE
Backed by a one-year parts and labor warranty and a lifetime structural warranty, this model offers exceptional long-term confidence and investment protection. Operators benefit from Elliott’s industry-leading support, ensuring reliable performance throughout the equipment’s service life.
L55R technical specs
L55R
Technical specs
WORKING HEIGHT
58′ / 17,7 MWORKING SIDE REACH
51′ / 15,5 MBOOM SECTIONS
3PLATFORM TYPE
EZR-REMOVABLEPLATFORM CAPACITY
500 LB / 227 KGPLATFORM SIZE
30″ X 54″ / 76 X 137 CMJIB WINCH CAPACITY
N/AMAIN WINCH CAPACITY
5,900 LB / 2,676 KGOUTRIGGER TYPE (REAR)
OUT-DOWNOUTRIGGER SPREAD (REAR)
18′ / 5,5 MUNIT WEIGHT (BARE)
12,000 LB / 5,443 KGOVERALL HEIGHT
11’8” / 3,5 MRECOMMENDED CAB TO AXLE (CA)
120” / 305 CMRECOMMENDED GVWR
25,999 LB / 11,793 KG58′ / 17,7 M
51′ / 15,5 M
3
EZR-REMOVABLE
500 LB / 227 KG
30" x 54" / 76 x 137 CM
N/A
5,900 LB / 2676 KG
OUT-DOWN
18′ / 5,5 M
12,000 LB / 5,443 KG
11'8" / 3,5 M
120” / 305 CM
25,999 LB / 11,793 KG
Support for legacy owners
Although the L55R HiReach is no longer in production, Elliott continues to support these units with parts availability, technical assistance, and replacement guidance through our nationwide dealer network.
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What makes the L55R ideal for high-reach applications?
The L55R delivers a 58 ft working height and 51 ft side reach with a smooth, three-section hydraulic boom that offers precise “point-and-shoot” control. Its stable, self-leveling, rotating platform provides reliable overhead access, making it an excellent choice for sign installation, lighting maintenance, and public works applications.
Does the L55R support both personnel and material lifting?
Yes. The L55R can be equipped with an optional 5,900 lb main boom winch, allowing operators to lift materials directly from the boom with or without the work platform attached. Combined with its 500 lb platform capacity, the unit supports both personnel access and material-handling needs on the same jobsite.
Can the L55R be operated in tight or congested areas?
Absolutely. Built as a mid-height aerial with a compact overall design and efficient outrigger setup, the L55R works well in roadside environments, parking lots, sign corridors, and municipal streets. Its unrestricted side-reach envelope allows operators to cover more area with fewer truck movements, ideal for limited-space environments.
What safety standards does the L55R meet?
What makes the L55R ideal for high-reach applications?
The L55R delivers a 58 ft working height and 51 ft side reach with a smooth, three-section hydraulic boom that offers precise “point-and-shoot” control. Its stable, self-leveling, rotating platform provides reliable overhead access, making it an excellent choice for sign installation, lighting maintenance, and public works applications.
Does the L55R support both personnel and material lifting?
Yes. The L55R can be equipped with an optional 5,900 lb main boom winch, allowing operators to lift materials directly from the boom with or without the work platform attached. Combined with its 500 lb platform capacity, the unit supports both personnel access and material-handling needs on the same job site.
Can the L55R be operated in tight or congested areas?
Absolutely. Built as a mid-height aerial with a compact overall design and efficient outrigger setup, the L55R works well in roadside environments, parking lots, sign corridors, and municipal streets. Its unrestricted side-reach envelope allows operators to cover more area with fewer truck movements, ideal for limited-space environments.
What safety standards does the L55R meet?
The L55R is ANSI A92.2 compliant and constructed with a robust hydraulic, chain-free boom, oversized turret, and heavy-duty bearing system for long-term stability and safe operation. It also includes Elliott’s DynaSmooth upper controls for predictable boom movement and is backed by a one-year parts and labor warranty plus a lifetime structural warranty.
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