Genie GS-20 Scissor lifts tech specs
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Genie GS-20 technical specifications
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Ground clearance
Ground clearance 0.09 m
Ground clearance 0.1 m
Stowed height
Stowed height 1.77 m
Stowed height 1.55 m
Years
Years 2001-2023
Years 2001-2023
Market Average
Market Average AED 75,000
Market Average AED 75,000
Price
Price AED 40,000
Price AED 40,000
Hydraulic fluid cap
Hydraulic fluid cap 14.38 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 14.38 liter
Platform Dimension A
Platform Dimension A 81.03 cm
Platform Dimension A 115.06 cm
Platform Dimension B
Platform Dimension B -
Platform Dimension B 226.06 cm
Lower time
Lower time 34 s
Lower time 33 s
Raise time
Raise time 30 s
Raise time 30 s
Tire Type
Tire Type Solid non-marking
Tire Type Solid non-marking
Deck extension
Deck extension -
Deck extension 91.19 cm
Max working height
Max working height 8.11 m
Max working height 8.11 m
Max speed forward
Max speed forward 3.54 kph
Max speed forward 3.54 kph
Operating voltage
Operating voltage 24 V
Operating voltage 24 V
Operating weight
Operating weight 1,621 kg
Operating weight -
Tire size
Tire size 15x5x11
Tire size 15x5x11
Turning radius
Turning radius 2.13 m
Turning radius -
Wheelbase
Wheelbase -
Wheelbase 1.86 m
Number of batteries
Number of batteries 4
Number of batteries 4
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 363.01 kg
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 544.04 kg
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Genie GS-20 expert review
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Overview
The Genie GS-20 (2001–2023) is a compact scissor lift designed for indoor access, maintenance, and light facility work. It delivers an 8.11 m maximum working height, a 1,621 kg operating weight, and a 1.77 m stowed height, providing practical elevated access in tight work areas.
Expert rating: 4 stars
Pros
Compact size, practical working height, and easy access for indoor elevated work.
Cons
Low ground clearance limits performance on rough or uneven outdoor surfaces.
Performance & Efficiency
The 8.11 m working height, 1,621 kg operating weight, and 3.54 kph travel speed give the GS-20 practical performance for indoor maintenance, warehouse access, and routine fit-out work, while the compact layout helps it move easily around tighter interiors.
In Comparison
JLG 1932: Popular compact scissor lift with similar indoor access use.
Skyjack SJIII: Practical alternative for straightforward daily elevated work.
Genie GS-20: Known for balanced working height, compact size, and practical day-to-day usability.
Final Verdict
Rated 4 stars, the Genie GS-20 offers practical scissor lift capability within the AED 40,000–75,000 range.
Genie GS-20 owner rating
Genie GS-20 Scissor lifts [2001-2023]
2001-2023
Overall rating
Based on 3 ratings
4.0
performance
4.0
comfort
3.7
fuel efficiency
4.0
safety
3.7
features
4.0
5 stars
34 %
4 stars
33 %
3 stars
33 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %
Genie GS-20 similar models
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Ground clearance
Ground clearance 0.09 m
Ground clearance 7.87 cm
Ground clearance 6.1 cm
Stowed height
Stowed height 1.77 m
Stowed height -
Stowed height 1.99 m
Overall Length
Overall Length -
Overall Length 20.7 m
Overall Length 15.24 m
Overall Width
Overall Width -
Overall Width 0.81 m
Overall Width 0.82 m
Height w/ Rails
Height w/ Rails -
Height w/ Rails -
Height w/ Rails 2.01 m
Height w/o Rails
Height w/o Rails -
Height w/o Rails -
Height w/o Rails 1.62 m
Years
Years 2001-2023
Years 2017-2020
Years 2010-2020
Market Average
Market Average AED 75,000
Market Average AED 85,000
Market Average AED 88,000
Price
Price AED 40,000
Price AED 64,000
Price AED 55,000
Hydraulic fluid cap
Hydraulic fluid cap 14.38 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 5 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap -
Platform Dimension A
Platform Dimension A 81.03 cm
Platform Dimension A 1.82 m
Platform Dimension A 0.66 m
Platform Dimension B
Platform Dimension B -
Platform Dimension B 0.68 m
Platform Dimension B 1.63 m
Lower time
Lower time 34 s
Lower time 26 seconds
Lower time 29 seconds
Raise time
Raise time 30 s
Raise time 25 seconds
Raise time 25 seconds
Tire Type
Tire Type Solid non-marking
Tire Type -
Tire Type Solid/non marking
Brake system
Brake system -
Brake system Electric, friction
Brake system -
Platform railing height
Platform railing height -
Platform railing height 101 cm
Platform railing height -
Deck extension
Deck extension -
Deck extension -
Deck extension 90.17 cm
Max working height
Max working height 8.11 m
Max working height 5.8 m
Max working height 7.62 m
Max speed forward
Max speed forward 3.54 kph
Max speed forward -
Max speed forward -
Operating voltage
Operating voltage 24 V
Operating voltage -
Operating voltage 24 V
Operating weight
Operating weight 1,621 kg
Operating weight 1,565 kg
Operating weight 1,170 kg
Tire size
Tire size 15x5x11
Tire size 3.18 x 10 cm
Tire size 12 x 4 x 8
Turning radius
Turning radius 2.13 m
Turning radius 2.2 m
Turning radius 1.71 m
Drive type
Drive type -
Drive type 24V DC
Drive type -
Gradeability
Gradeability -
Gradeability 25 º
Gradeability 30 º
Wheelbase
Wheelbase -
Wheelbase 1.39 m
Wheelbase 1.4 m
Number of batteries
Number of batteries 4
Number of batteries -
Number of batteries -
Battery amps
Battery amps -
Battery amps 220 Amh
Battery amps -
Charger amps
Charger amps -
Charger amps 25 Amh
Charger amps -
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 363.01 kg
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 227 kg
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 249.02 kg
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered -
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered 4 kph
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered 3.22 kph
Platform Capacity - Extension
Platform Capacity - Extension -
Platform Capacity - Extension 113 kg
Platform Capacity - Extension -
Drive speed - platform elevated
Drive speed - platform elevated -
Drive speed - platform elevated 4 kph
Drive speed - platform elevated -
Ground pressure
Ground pressure -
Ground pressure 9.8 bar
Ground pressure -
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