JLG 860SJ Aerial Lift Specs

Category: Aerial Lifts ➔
Manufacturer: JLG ➔
Model: 860SJ ➔

The JLG 860SJ is a telescopic boom lift in the aerial lifts category, designed for elevated access in construction, maintenance, and industrial applications. It features a working height of approximately 86 ft and a horizontal outreach of about 75 ft, depending on configuration. The 860SJ is commonly used for tasks requiring extended reach over obstacles and access to high work areas. JLG's SkyPower and platform options may be available on certain units. This model is typically powered by diesel or dual-fuel systems and is known for its rough-terrain capability, making it suitable for outdoor jobsite use and elevated maintenance work.

Dimensions

JLG 860SJ Aerial Lift Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	11.00 in (27.94 cm)
Height	10.00 ft (3.05 m)
Length	40.00 ft (12.19 m)
Overall Height - Mast Lowered	10.00 ft (3.05 m)
Overall Length	37.30 in (94.74 cm)
Overall Width	8.20 ft (2.50 m)
Platform Dimension A	3.00 ft (0.91 m)
Platform Dimension B	8.00 ft (2.44 m)
Tailswing Radius	4.80 ft (1.46 m)
Turning Radius	19.80 ft (6.04 m)
Weight	37,000.00 lbs (16,782.94 kg)
Width	8.17 ft (2.49 m)

Engine

JLG 860SJ Aerial Lift Engine specifications
Diesel Engine Type	DEUTZ TD 2.9L Tier 4 Final 67 hp
Dual Fuel Engine Type	Ford MSG425 84hp
Maximum Ground Bearing Pressure	81 psi
System Voltage	12 V

Operational

JLG 860SJ Aerial Lift Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity	31.00 gal (117.34 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	48.00 gal (181.68 l)
Operating Weight	36,230.00 lbs (16,433.67 kg)
Tire Size	15-625 Pnuematic

Performance

JLG 860SJ Aerial Lift Performance specifications
Axle Oscillation	0.70 ft (0.21 m)
Drive Speed	3.50 mph (5.63 kph)

Platform

JLG 860SJ Aerial Lift Platform specifications
Max Horizontal Reach	75.00 ft (22.86 m)
Max Platform Height	86.00 ft (26.21 m)
Platform Capacity - Restricted	750.00 lbs (340.19 kg)
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted	500.00 lbs (226.80 kg)

Swing System

JLG 860SJ Aerial Lift Swing System specifications
Swing	360 degrees
Swing Type	Continuous

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