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2001-2018
DSG-423 Engine model
5,936 kg Operating weight
2.87 m Wheelbase
15.12 m Max working height
2.28 mm Stowed height
274.07 cm Deck extension

A rough-terrain scissor lift built for elevated outdoor access, the Genie GS-43 combines a 15.12 m maximum working height with a 274.07 cm deck extension and 4WD layout for more demanding site work. With 55.93 kilowatt gross power, a 680.03 kg unrestricted platform capacity, foam-filled rough-terrain tires, and a 5,936 kg operating weight, it is suited for construction, MEP installation, façade work, and general site support where platform space, lift height, and better ground mobility matter more than compact indoor size.Maximum working height 15.12 m

Maximum working height 15.12 m

Deck extension 274.07 cm

Gross power 55.93 kilowatt

Drive type 4WD

Operating weight 5,936 kg

Platform capacity unrestricted 680.03 kg

Fuel type Gas/LPG

Makana rating

Owner rating

| 3

Market average

AED 217,000

Starting from

AED 35,000

Genie GS-43 Technical specifications

General

Engine model

DSG-423

Operating weight

5,936 kg

Drive type

4WD

Fuel type

Gas/LPG

Tire size

12x33/30x84

Wheelbase

2.87 m

Max working height

15.12 m

Engine

Gross power

55.93 kw

Dimensions

Ground clearance

0.36 m

Turning radius

5.33 m

Stowed height

2.28 mm

Boom size

13.11 m

Overall Length

0.33 m

Overall Width

2.32 m

Service refill capacities

Fuel cap

113.93 liter

Hydraulic fluid cap

113.93 liter

Operating specifications

Lower time

39 s

Raise time

45 seconds

Deck extension

274.07 cm

Tire Type

Foam filled rough terrain

Performance

Platform Capacity - Unrestricted

680.03 kg

Platform

Platform Dimension A

183.13 m

Platform Dimension B

398.02 m

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Genie GS-43 expert review

Reviewed by Rizwan R. on April 23, 2026

Overview

The Genie GS-43 (2002–2022) is a rough-terrain scissor lift designed for elevated outdoor access, construction support, and site maintenance tasks. It delivers a 15.12 m maximum working height, a 274.07 cm deck extension, and a 680.03 kg unrestricted platform capacity, providing practical access performance for more demanding jobsite conditions.

Expert rating: 3 stars

Pros Strong working height, high platform capacity, and 4WD mobility for outdoor site work.
Cons Bigger rough-terrain layout is less practical for tight indoor work areas.

Performance & Efficiency

The 55.93 kilowatt Gas/LPG power setup, 15.12 m working height, and 274.07 cm deck extension give the GS-43 practical performance for construction access, installation work, and outdoor maintenance, while the 4WD drivetrain, 0.36 m ground clearance, and foam-filled rough-terrain tires support better site mobility.

In Comparison

Skyjack SJ6826: Practical rough-terrain scissor lift with solid daily site usability.
Skyjack SJ6832: Similar class machine with comparable outdoor access appeal.
Genie GS-43: Known for its higher reach, strong platform capacity, and practical rough-terrain access setup.

Final Verdict

Rated 3 stars, the Genie GS-43 offers workable rough-terrain scissor lift capability within the AED 35,000–217,000 range.

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Genie GS-43 owner rating

Genie GS-43 Scissor lifts [2001-2018]

2001-2018

Overall rating

Based on 3 ratings

4.3
performance

4.0

comfort

4.3

fuel efficiency

4.3

safety

4.3

features

4.7

5 stars

33 %

4 stars

67 %

3 stars

0 %

2 stars

0 %

1 stars

0 %

Pros
Platform takes more people, tools, and material without feeling cramped.
Cons
Too big for tighter indoor maintenance areas.
performance

3.0

comfort

5.0

fuel efficiency

4.0

safety

5.0

features

4.0

Pros
4WD and rough-terrain tires help a lot on active construction sites.
Cons
Buying condition matters a lot at the lower end of the price range.
performance

4.0

comfort

4.0

fuel efficiency

4.0

safety

4.0

features

5.0

Valuation

Last 12 month
2001

Genie GS-43 similar models

Highlight differences
Genie GS-4390 RT
Skyjack SJ6826 RT
Skyjack SJ6832 RT
General
Engine model DSG-423
Engine model -
Engine model -
Operating weight 5,936 kg
Operating weight 2,903 kg
Operating weight 3,475 kg
Drive type 4WD
Drive type -
Drive type -
Fuel type Gas/LPG
Fuel type Gas/propane
Fuel type Gas/propane
Tire size 12x33/30x84
Tire size 26 x 12
Tire size 26 x 12
Wheelbase 2.87 m
Wheelbase 2.04 m
Wheelbase 2.04 m
Max working height 15.12 m
Max working height 9.75 m
Max working height 11.58 m
Gradeability -
Gradeability 50 º
Gradeability 40 º
Operating voltage -
Operating voltage 110 V
Operating voltage -
Years 2001-2018
Years 2007-2025
Years 2007-2025
Market Average AED 217,000
Market Average AED 187,000
Market Average AED 170,000
Price AED 35,000
Price AED 148,000
Price AED 106,000
Engine
Gross power 55.93 kw
Gross power 3.5 kw
Gross power 3.5 kw
Dimensions
Ground clearance 0.36 m
Ground clearance 20.07 cm
Ground clearance 20.07 cm
Turning radius 5.33 m
Turning radius 3.96 m
Turning radius 3.96 m
Stowed height 2.28 mm
Stowed height 1.23 m
Stowed height 1.37 m
Boom size 13.11 m
Boom size -
Boom size -
Overall Length 0.33 m
Overall Length 27.2 m
Overall Length 27.2 m
Overall Width 2.32 m
Overall Width 1.77 m
Overall Width 1.77 m
Height w/ Rails -
Height w/ Rails 2.41 m
Height w/ Rails 2.53 m
Height w/o Rails -
Height w/o Rails 1.62 m
Height w/o Rails 1.77 m
Service refill capacities
Fuel cap 113.93 liter
Fuel cap -
Fuel cap -
Hydraulic fluid cap 113.93 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap -
Hydraulic fluid cap -
Operating specifications
Lower time 39 s
Lower time 36 seconds
Lower time 36 seconds
Raise time 45 seconds
Raise time 36 seconds
Raise time 39 seconds
Deck extension 274.07 cm
Deck extension 152.15 cm
Deck extension 152.15 cm
Tire Type Foam filled rough terrain
Tire Type Foam Filled
Tire Type Foam Filled
Platform railing height -
Platform railing height 82 cm
Platform railing height 70 cm
Performance
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 680.03 kg
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 567.04 kg
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 454 kg
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered -
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered 6.12 kph
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered 6.12 kph
Platform
Platform Dimension A 183.13 m
Platform Dimension A 1.42 m
Platform Dimension A 1.42 m
Platform Dimension B 398.02 m
Platform Dimension B 2.44 m
Platform Dimension B 2.44 m

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