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JLG 3246 Scissor lifts tech specs

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2005-2021
90.17 cm Deck extension
9.69 m Max working height
2,168 kg Operating weight
113.4 kg Platform Capacity - Extension
16x5 Tire size
2WD Drive type

The JLG 3246 ES (2005–2021) is a robust mid‑height electric scissor lift built for reliability and simplicity. It offers a platform elevation of 9.68 m (≈31 ft 9 in), collapses to a compact 1.17 m width for tight maneuvers, and carries up to 320 kg safely. Sturdy, smart, and productivity‑focused—the ES model keeps you working, not chasing parts.

Working Height: ~11.68 m; Platform Height: ~9.68 m

Platform Size: ~1.12 m × 2.5 m with 1.27 m extension

Machine Dimensions (stowed): ~1.17 m (W) × 2.5 m (L) × 1.97 m (H)

Capacity: 320 kg net load (2 persons + tools)

Operating Weight: ~2,870 kg

Speed: ~4 km/h travel speed

Gradeability: ~25%

Power/Features: Full proportional joystick control, onboard diagnostics, pothole protection, and slide‑out service panels

Makana rating

Owner rating

 | 3

Market average

AED 134,000

Starting from

AED 95,000

JLG 3246 Technical specifications

Engine

Battery amps

220 Amh

Charger amps

20 Amh

Number of batteries

4

Operating specifications

Brake system

Electric, Friction

Deck extension

90.17 cm

Platform railing height

113 cm

Raise time

50 seconds

Lower time

50 seconds

Tire Type

Solid, Non-marking

Transmission

Drive speed - platform elevated

0.8 kph

Performance

Drive Speed - Platform Lowered

4.02 kph

Platform Capacity - Extension

113.4 kg

Platform Capacity - Unrestricted

317.52 kg

General

Gradeability

25 º

Max working height

9.69 m

Operating weight

2,168 kg

Operating voltage

24 V

Tire size

16x5

Drive type

2WD

Wheelbase

2.1 m

Dimensions

Ground clearance

12.7 cm

Height w/o Rails

1.98 m

Overall Length

21 m

Overall Width

1.19 m

Stowed height

1.83 m

Turning radius

2.44 m

Undercarriage

Ground pressure

6 bar

Hydraulic system

Pump type

Fixed Displacement Gear

Service refill capacities

Hydraulic fluid cap

6.43 liter

Platform

Platform Dimension A

2.53 m

Platform Dimension B

1.16 m

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JLG 3246 expert review

Reviewed by Mohamad H. on September 4, 2025

Overview

Mid-height scissor that mixes reliability, serviceability, and compactness—designed to work without drama.

Pros Compact and capable.
Built for uptime with smart diagnostics.
Cons Limited to two people and light tools.
Heavy—requires transport prep.

Performance & Efficiency

Fast cycles, precise controls, minimal service downtime—optimized for real-world uptime.

Verdict

Reliable and straightforward for mid-height work—simple to run, service, and count on.

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JLG 3246 owner rating

JLG 3246 Scissor lifts [2005-2021]

2005-2021

Overall rating

Based on 3 ratings

4.3
performance

4.5

comfort

4.5

fuel efficiency

4.5

safety

4.5

features

4.5

5 stars

33 %

4 stars

67 %

3 stars

0 %

2 stars

0 %

1 stars

0 %

Pros
Compact mid-height design with reliable controls and low-maintenance layout keeps uptime strong on everyday jobs.
Cons
Limited platform capacity and heavier transport weight mean it suits light-duty tasks with planned logistics.
performance

4.0

comfort

5.0

fuel efficiency

4.0

safety

5.0

features

4.0

Valuation

Last 12 month
2017

JLG 3246 similar models

Highlight differences
JLG 3246ES
Haulotte OPTIMUM 8
Skyjack SJIII 3219
Engine
Battery amps 220 Amh
Battery amps 180 Amh
Battery amps -
Charger amps 20 Amh
Charger amps 30 Amh
Charger amps -
Number of batteries 4
Number of batteries 4
Number of batteries -
Years 2005-2021
Years 2002-2025
Years 2010-2020
Market Average AED 134,000
Market Average AED 53,000
Market Average AED 88,000
Price AED 95,000
Price AED 36,000
Price AED 55,000
Operating specifications
Brake system Electric, Friction
Brake system -
Brake system -
Deck extension 90.17 cm
Deck extension 92.2 cm
Deck extension 90.17 cm
Platform railing height 113 cm
Platform railing height -
Platform railing height -
Raise time 50 seconds
Raise time 23 seconds
Raise time 25 seconds
Lower time 50 seconds
Lower time 32 seconds
Lower time 29 seconds
Tire Type Solid, Non-marking
Tire Type Solid/non marking
Tire Type Solid/non marking
Transmission
Drive speed - platform elevated 0.8 kph
Drive speed - platform elevated -
Drive speed - platform elevated -
Performance
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered 4.02 kph
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered 4.67 kph
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered 3.22 kph
Platform Capacity - Extension 113.4 kg
Platform Capacity - Extension -
Platform Capacity - Extension -
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 317.52 kg
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 230.02 kg
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 249.02 kg
General
Gradeability 25 º
Gradeability -
Gradeability 30 º
Max working height 9.69 m
Max working height 7.77 m
Max working height 7.62 m
Operating weight 2,168 kg
Operating weight 1,420 kg
Operating weight 1,170 kg
Operating voltage 24 V
Operating voltage 24 V
Operating voltage 24 V
Tire size 16x5
Tire size Dia 317
Tire size 12 x 4 x 8
Drive type 2WD
Drive type -
Drive type -
Wheelbase 2.1 m
Wheelbase 1.4 m
Wheelbase 1.4 m
Dimensions
Ground clearance 12.7 cm
Ground clearance 8.13 cm
Ground clearance 6.1 cm
Height w/o Rails 1.98 m
Height w/o Rails 0.91 m
Height w/o Rails 1.62 m
Overall Length 21 m
Overall Length 14.8 m
Overall Length 15.24 m
Overall Width 1.19 m
Overall Width 0.76 m
Overall Width 0.82 m
Stowed height 1.83 m
Stowed height -
Stowed height 1.99 m
Turning radius 2.44 m
Turning radius 1.71 m
Turning radius 1.71 m
Height w/ Rails -
Height w/ Rails 2.01 m
Height w/ Rails 2.01 m
Undercarriage
Ground pressure 6 bar
Ground pressure -
Ground pressure -
Hydraulic system
Pump type Fixed Displacement Gear
Pump type -
Pump type -
Service refill capacities
Hydraulic fluid cap 6.43 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 18.17 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap -
Platform
Platform Dimension A 2.53 m
Platform Dimension A 0.7 m
Platform Dimension A 0.66 m
Platform Dimension B 1.16 m
Platform Dimension B 1.65 m
Platform Dimension B 1.63 m

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