The HeightRider 12 Narrow (HR12N) is a compact 12m electric narrow boom lift built for high-performance access in confined industrial environments.
With a 12.1m working height, 6.4m working outreach and a 1.5m-wide chassis, it delivers excellent reach from a true narrow-aisle platform. Designed for warehouse, factory and indoor applications, the HR12N combines drive-at-height capability with zero-emission operation at height, maximising productivity while meeting modern site and air-quality requirements.
Compact Design, Maximum Manoeuvrability
The HR12N combines a tight 3.3m turning radius with super-efficient all-electric drive motors for smooth, precise control in confined spaces. Its low-weight design, from just 3,480kg, supports operation on a wider range of floor surfaces and suspended slabs, while also reducing transport requirements, associated fuel consumption and overall fleet operating costs.
With a 225kg safe working load and a spacious ToughCage, the platform comfortably accommodates two people plus tools. Fully proportional controls deliver measured operation, while the telescopic upper boom allows accurate positioning anywhere within the working envelope.
Power Options: All-Electric or Diesel-Electric
The HR12N is available as either an All-Electric or Diesel-Electric boom lift, giving operators flexibility while maintaining zero-emission operation at height.
All-Electric (HR12NE)
The All-Electric HR12NE delivers clean, quiet, zero-emission operation, making it ideal for indoor use, emission-sensitive environments and sites with strict air quality requirements. With no exhaust emissions during operation, it supports compliance with indoor workplace standards and corporate sustainability targets.
Powered by maintenance-free AGM batteries, it delivers up to 75 Standard Duty Cycles (SDCs), equivalent to around five days of typical operation from a single charge.
This efficient electric drive system helps reduce energy consumption, noise and maintenance requirements, making it a strong fit for hire fleets, logistics hubs and facilities management applications.
Diesel-Electric (HR12NDE)
The Diesel-Electric HR12NDE delivers the same zero-emission operation at height, with the added benefit of an on-board engine that can recharge the batteries on site when required. During normal elevated operation, the machine runs on battery power, reducing fuel usage and emissions compared to conventional diesel-only alternatives.
The engine acts as a generator, extending operational uptime when access to mains charging is limited. This makes it well-suited to longer shifts, multi-day projects and sites without a reliable power supply, helping to improve utilisation and reduce downtime.
Intelligent Monitoring and Reduced Downtime
The HR12N includes battery monitoring and protection to optimise performance and extend battery life. Operators benefit from on-board diagnostics at both the base and the cage for faster troubleshooting, while Niftylink® telematics provides real-time insight into machine health, usage and location to improve utilisation, reduce unplanned downtime and support proactive fleet management.
Learn more about Niftylink® telematics and how it supports smarter maintenance planning and improved fleet efficiency.
Built-In Safety as Standard
Safety is integral to the HR12N. It includes Niftylift’s multi-award-winning SiOPS® (Sustained Involuntary Operation Prevention System), which immediately stops all machine movements if the operator is pushed onto the control console.
Additional safety features include hydraulic check valves, fail-safe brakes, tilt alarm protection and independent auxiliary descent from the base.
Environmental Performance and ESG Alignment
The HR12N has been engineered to support lower-emission job sites and more sustainable fleet operations. Its zero-emission operation at height, efficient electric drive system and reduced transport weight contribute to lower overall environmental impact across the machine’s lifecycle.
For hire companies and contractors focused on ESG reporting, carbon reduction targets or indoor air quality standards, the HR12N offers a practical, compliant solution that enhances tender competitiveness without compromising productivity, performance or uptime.
Efficient Access for Modern Industrial Environments
As a compact 12m electric narrow boom lift with drive-at-height functionality and flexible power options, the HR12N is engineered to maximise uptime while reducing operating costs.
Whether you require an electric boom lift for indoor warehouse access or a diesel-electric solution for extended operation on demanding sites, the HeightRider 12 Narrow delivers efficient, dependable performance across a wide range of UK industrial applications.
For more information on the HR12N, or other Niftylift electric boom lifts such as the HR12LE and HR15N, please contact Niftylift.