A scissor lift is a mobile aerial work platform supported by a stack of scissor arms. It primarily uses hydraulics to raise and lower the platform. Electric or hydraulic motors power self-propelled scissor lifts. Even fuel-powered scissor lifts use hydraulic motors to power the machines.

The 19-foot electric scissor lift, which measures 32″ wide by 90″ long is the most popular scissor lift rental. It can pass through a standard man door. The 19′ scissor lift will raise your feet approximately 19 feet, giving you a working height of 25 feet.