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What is a Bronto Skylift?
A Bronto Skylift is a truck-mounted aerial work platform built for jobs that sit far beyond the reach of a standard cherry picker or boom lift. But maximum height alone rarely tells you which machine you need — outreach, basket capacity, and the ability to work around obstructions matter just as much. Whether you're trying to reach a turbine blade, a façade, a mast, or something tucked behind an obstacle, our team helps you match the job to the right platform, not just the tallest one.
Outreach
How far the platform can extend horizontally from the vehicle — often the deciding factor over a job's actual height, especially when there's an obstruction between the machine and the work.
Basket Capacity
How much weight the platform can safely carry, including people, tools, and equipment — a job with two operators and heavy kit needs more capacity than a quick single-person inspection.
Working Around Obstructions
The ability to navigate around structures, cables, or other obstacles to reach an awkward or restricted work area — not just straight up, but around and into position.
Our Bronto Skylift's for Hire
Two Machines. One Right Answer.
50m Bronto S 50 XDT-J
Best for: Building maintenance, façades, glazing & cladding, telecoms work, surveys & inspections, general high-level repairs.
Working Height: 49.5m
Platform Height: 47.5m
Max Working Outreach:
32.6m (@300kg) / 27.8m (@600kg)
Platform Capacity: 600kg
Slew: ±280°
Transport Length: 11.9m
Transport Width: 2.5m
Stowed Height: 3.75m
Gross Vehicle Weight: 26,000kg
70m Bronto S 70 XDT
Best for: Wind turbine maintenance, tall industrial structures, crane & tower inspections, utilities & infrastructure, obstacle-restricted work.
Working Height: 70m
Platform Height: 68m
Max Working Outreach:
33.5m (@280kg) / 30.5m (@600kg)
Platform Capacity: 600kg
Slew: ±280°
Transport Length: 12.3m
Transport Width: 2.5m
Stowed Height: 4m
Gross Vehicle Weight: 36,000kg
Built for the Hard-to-Reach Jobs
Whether you're searching for high reach access platform hire, cherry picker alternatives for extreme heights, or a truck-mounted aerial platform for wind turbine maintenance, Tusker's 50m and 70m Bronto Skylifts are built for the jobs standard equipment can't reach. From façade and cladding work to bridge inspections and telecoms masts, here's where our high-reach platforms make the biggest difference.
Wind Energy — Turbine operations & maintenance
Facilities & Industrial Maintenance
Glazing, Cladding, Roofing & Façade Contractors
Telecommunications Contractors
Crane, Plant & Structural Inspection
Utilities & Infrastructure Contractors
Bridge & Civil Engineering Inspection
Film, TV, Events & Specialist Camera Work
What is a Bronto Skylift?
A Bronto Skylift is a truck-mounted aerial work platform designed for high-reach access, used for maintenance, inspection, and construction work at extreme heights.
What's the difference between the 50m and 70m Bronto?
The 50m Bronto reaches a working height of 49.5m with up to 32.6m of outreach — ideal for building maintenance, façades, and telecoms work. The 70m Bronto reaches a full 70m with up to 33.5m of outreach and 6m of negative reach below ground level, suited to wind turbine maintenance and tall industrial structures. Get in touch and we'll help identify the right fit for your job.
Do I need to operate it myself?
No, every Bronto hire includes a trained, experienced operator as standard.
What areas do you cover?
We provide Bronto Hire nationwide across Ireland and the UK.
How do I get a quote?
Contact our team with your project details: location, industry, and the access challenge you're trying to solve. We'll recommend the right machine and provide a quote.