How High Does a Cherry Picker Go

Cherry pickers play a huge role in many jobs, from building sites to tree trimming and fixing power lines. They let workers get up high without wobbling on ladders or building risky scaffolding. People often wonder exactly how high these machines can actually go. The answer isn’t the same for every cherry picker – it depends on the model and the brand. One company that makes reliable machines is YILU LIFT. They build different types that safely reach various heights for all kinds of work.

What Determines the Maximum Height of a Cherry Picker?

Several things decide how high a cherry picker can lift you. Knowing these helps you pick the right machine for the job.

Boom Lift Design And Telescopic Reach

The way the arm (called the boom) is built makes a big difference. Machines with a telescopic boom can stretch straight out and up like a telescope. This design lets them go very high while still staying steady on the ground. For example, YILU LIFT makes 10m, 14m, and 18m mobile towable boom lifts that use strong telescopic systems. Even when the boom is fully stretched, the platform stays safe and doesn’t sway too much.

Hydraulic System Performance

The hydraulic system is basically the muscle of the cherry picker. It pushes fluid to raise and lower the arm smoothly. A good hydraulic setup means the basket goes up steadily without sudden jerks or drops. YILU LIFT uses high-quality hydraulic parts so operators feel confident even at the top height.

Weight Capacity And Stability Factors

Everything on the platform – people, tools, materials – adds weight. Too much weight can limit how high the boom can safely go. That’s why stability matters so much. YILU LIFT cherry pickers come with wide outriggers (the legs that spread out for balance) and strong bases. This setup lets you use the full height even when carrying a normal load.

Which Types of Cherry Pickers Offer the Highest Reach?

Not all cherry pickers are the same. Different styles work better in different places, and each type has its own strongest height range.

Mobile Towable Boom Lifts

These are the ones you can hook to a truck or trailer and pull to the job site. They’re popular because they’re easy to move around town. YILU LIFT’s mobile towable boom lifts go up to 22 meters in their biggest model. They set up fast, which is great for jobs that only last a day or two, like hanging holiday lights or painting a house.

Spider Boom Lifts For Outdoor Terrain

Spider lifts have skinny legs that spread out like a spider (that’s how they got the name). They’re awesome on bumpy, uneven, or sloped ground where normal machines would tip. Even with those long legs, YILU LIFT spider boom lifts still reach very high heights while keeping the basket perfectly level.

Articulating Boom Cherry Pickers

These have joints in the arm so the boom can bend and go around corners or over obstacles. They might not always go as straight-up high as telescopic ones, but they can sneak into tight spots nothing else can reach. YILU LIFT offers articulating designs when you need flexibility more than raw height.

How Do YILU LIFT Products Compare in Maximum Height?

YILU LIFT has a solid lineup that covers most needs without going overboard on size or price.

High End 10m, 14m, 18m Mobile Towable Boom Lift

The 10-meter and 14-meter versions are perfect for indoor work or smaller outdoor jobs because they don’t take up much room. The 18m mobile towable boom lift is the one you call when the building is really tall or the tree is massive. All three are built to fold down small for transport but open up to serious working height when you need it.

Efficient Spider Lift Design For Versatile Use

When the ground is soft, hilly, or full of obstacles, spider lifts shine. YILU LIFT’s spider models keep the same kind of height you expect from bigger machines, but they can park on surfaces that would make other lifts slide or sink.

Safety Features Enhancing Maximum Operational Height

Every YILU LIFT cherry picker includes things like emergency lowering buttons, sensors that warn if you’re too heavy, non-slip floors, and tilt alarms. These extras mean you can actually use the full advertised height instead of staying lower “just to be safe.”

Where Are Cherry Pickers Commonly Used at Their Full Height?

You’ll see cherry pickers stretched all the way up in plenty of real-life situations.

Construction And Building Maintenance

Window cleaners on skyscrapers, painters on apartment blocks, and roofers all use cherry pickers at maximum height. The mobile towable boom lifts get in and out of busy construction sites quickly.

Tree Care And Landscaping Applications

Arborists trimming tall trees or landscaping crews putting lights in 50-foot oaks often need every inch of reach. Spider lifts are especially handy here because yards and parks rarely have flat, firm ground.

Electrical And Lighting Installation

Putting up street lights, fixing power lines, or hanging big signs on the side of buildings – electricians use cherry pickers daily. Being able to drive or tow the machine right under the pole and then go straight up saves hours compared to building scaffolding.

How Can Operators Ensure Safe Work at Maximum Height?

It’s easy to rise to a high altitude, but you should pay attention to safety during the review at a high altitude.

Proper Training And Certification

Anyone running a cherry picker should go through official training. You need to know the controls, weight limits, and what to do if something goes wrong. Trained operators make fewer mistakes at full height.

Regular Equipment Inspection And Maintenance

Check the machine every morning – look for oil leaks, worn tires, cracked welds, anything loose. YILU LIFT gives clear checklists and recommends deeper service every few months depending on how often you use it.

Using Safety Harnesses And Stabilization Devices

Always wear a full-body harness tied to the basket. Set all outriggers properly and level the machine before going up. Little steps like these prevent big accidents.

FAQ

Q1: What is the maximum height YILU cherry pickers can reach?

A1: YILU LIFT’s mobile towable boom lifts reach up to 22 meters. Their spider lifts give similar height plus better stability on rough ground.

Q2: Can cherry pickers be used indoors?

A2: Yes! The smaller 10m and 14m mobile towable boom lifts from YILU LIFT fit through normal doors and work great inside warehouses or atriums.

Q3: How often should YILU cherry pickers be inspected?

A3: Do a quick walk-around check before every use. Follow YILU LIFT’s manual for full service – usually every 3 to 6 months if you use it regularly.