13.10.2025

First 43T in the Netherlands

Dutch rental company Jekuntmijhuren.nl has taken delivery of the first 43 metre Platform Basket 43T Hybrid spider lift to arrive in the country.

The new machine boasts a seven section telescopic boom, topped by a two section telescopic articulated jib. It offers a 43.2 metre working height, an outreach of 17.3 metres with 136kg in the platform while the maximum platform capacity of 330kg is available at an outreach of up to 13 metres and 230kg up to 16.5 metres, with a three person rating.

Its multi position outrigger system allows it to level up on slopes or steps with height differences of up to 1.8 metres as well as lift the entire machine 1.3 metres clear of the ground with a clear width below of more than 2.5 metres - sufficient to reverse a trailer or truck bed under for loading without the need for ramps. Overall width ranges from a minimum of 1.41 metres with a height of 1.99 metres to an extended width of 1.9 metres. Total weight is 12,570kg.

Power comes from a Stage V/Tier 5 Kubota diesel along with an electric power source fuelled by a Lithium-ion battery pack. Features include intuitive radio remote controls, automatic outrigger levelling, continuous 360 degree slew a telescopic articulating jib, an on board generator providing power, water and compressed air to the platform for cleaning and maintenance applications.

Jekuntmijhuren.nl was established in 1996 from Cluistra Trailers, whcih was founded in 1983 by Marien Cluistra as a trailer distributor and maintenance company. Diederik Cluistra joined the family business 15 years ago, expanding operations into equipment rental including aerial work platforms.

Jekuntmijhuren.nl is based in Veenendaal in the centre of the country and operates across central Netherlands between Utrecht, Arnhem, Apeldoorn, Amersfoort, Tiel and Nijmegen.