Truck Mounted EWPs for Sale
Altequip is the official distributor for Socage EWPs in Australia. We have a range of truck-mounted EWPs for sale, with models ranging from compact pickup-mounted platforms through to large truck EWPs. Working heights can go up to 100m and maximum horizontal outreach up to 40m.
There are different working envelopes, basket capacities and vehicle configurations available. Our team is here to help you compare the available Socage EWP trucks and choose the right one for your operation. Get in touch with any questions you may have.
Choosing the Right Truck Mounted EWP
Choosing the right truck-mounted EWP comes down to more than working height. Outreach, basket capacity, vehicle configuration and setup space all determine the right machine for the job.
From the compact ute-mounted ForSte 14A to the 54TJJ and 75TJJ heavy truck platforms, the Socage range provides different working envelopes for different applications. What doesn't change is the advanced Italian engineering and the exceptional reliability of these machines.
Start with where you need to reach, what you need to carry and where the EWP needs to operate.
Our EWP Trucks for Sale Compared
Socage have a wide range of truck EWPs, with a range of different sizes, working envelopes and features. Different industries have different requirements - a Telecommunications crew will need different attributes than an arbor crew will.
Below we compare the specifications side by side as a useful starting point. Let us know which machine you’d like more information on and we’ll provide it.
13.5m working height | 7.1m outreach | 230kg basket
The ForSte 14A sits at the compact end of Altequip’s truck mounted EWP range. It is designed for installation on 4×2 and 4×4 pickup vehicles, with a listed GVW of approximately 3.19 tonnes.
With 13.5m of working height, 7.1m of maximum outreach and a 230kg basket capacity, it provides a vehicle-mounted access option where a compact pickup configuration is required.
19.6m working height | 12.3m outreach | 230kg basket
The ForSte 20T SPEED has a working envelope of 19.6m of working height and 12.3m of maximum outreach. It’s technical specifications list a GVW of 3.5 tonnes.
It provides a 230kg basket capacity and uses extensible outriggers for stabilisation, making it an important step between Altequip’s pickup-mounted 14A and the larger truck-mounted Socage platforms.
32m working height | 18m outreach | 280kg basket
The ForSte 32DJ Speed is a double-articulated truck platform with a hydraulic jib, designed for installation on a 12-tonne two-axle truck.
It provides 32mof working height, up to 18m of horizontal outreach and a 280kg basket capacity.
35m working height | 30m outreach | 400kg basket
The ForSte 35TJ combines a telescopic boom with an articulated jib and is designed for trucks from 18 tonnes.
It provides 35m of working height and up to 30m of horizontal outreach, as well as a 400kg basket capacity. Horizontal reach is a big factor when comparing this machine with other models.
37.3m working height | 21m outreach | 300kg basket
The ForSte 37DJ Speed uses a double-articulated configuration with hydraulic jib and is designed for two-axle trucks from 18 tonnes.
It provides 37.3m of working height, up to 21m of horizontal outreach and a 300kg basket capacity.
54.3m working height | 40m outreach | 600kg basket
The ForSte 54TJJ moves into Altequip’s large truck mounted EWP range, providing 54.3m of working height and up to 40m of horizontal outreach.
Its 600kg basket capacity provides substantially greater platform capacity than the smaller Socage models. The 54TJJ uses a secondary boom and double-jib configuration.
74.5m working height | 40m outreach | 600kg basket
The ForSte 75TJJ sits at the top of Altequip’s current EWP truck range. It provides 74.5m of working height, up to 40m of horizontal outreach and a 600kg basket capacity.
The platform uses a double-jib arrangement and is designed for jobs that need a larger elevated working envelope.
Industry Uses of Our EWP Trucks
Our truck EWPs combine an elevated work platform and road-going vehicle into a single system. It makes moving between job sites easy - there’s no packing up of a separate EWP, you just retract the boom and the stabilisers and you’re good to go.
Whether its a compact ute-mounted machine or a large truck platform, the Socage range caters to many Australian industries. Here are some examples of the jobs our clients do.
Utilities and Infrastructure
A truck mounted elevated platform can provide access to infrastructure distributed across multiple locations. The vehicle allows crews and equipment to easily travel between worksites.
Electrical and Telecommunications
Different combinations of working height and horizontal outreach can provide access to elevated infrastructure, even if the vehicle cannot be parked directly beneath the work area.
Tree Care and Vegetation Management
Arborists are regular users of EWPs, with many companies enjoying the convenience of owning their own truck EWP. They can access taller trees and work around obstacles that are in the way.
Facilities and Property Maintenance
Truck-mounted elevated work platforms can provide access to building façades, lighting, roofing areas, signage and other elevated assets.
Local Government and Civil Works
A vehicle-mounted EWP can support inspection and maintenance programs where crews need to work at multiple locations across road, property and infrastructure networks.
Signage and Lighting
EWP trucks provide mobile elevated access for the installation, inspection and maintenance of signs, lighting and other elevated assets.
Why Buy a Socage Truck Mounted EWP from Altequip?
Buying an elevated work platform is a big investment for a business. You don’t just want a machine that won’t let you down, you want a team behind the machine that support you in your ownership journey. Technical expertise, servicing capability and parts availability are all extremely important.
As the exclusive Australian distributor for Socage, Altequip provides local equipment sales and support backed by a direct relationship with the manufacturer. Here are some of the benefits of that:
Socage EWP Expertise
We specialise in Socage elevated work platforms and know these machines inside out. We’re proud to stand behind them, and can help you find the perfect truck EWP for your line of work.
As the Australian Socage distributor, we also have a direct line to the Socage factory in Italy when additional product or technical assistance is required.
Australia-Wide EWP Sales
Where you are in Australia, we can supply you with a Socage Truck EWP and support you throughout it’s lifespan. We can monitor your machine and run diagnostics from our HQ, and utilise our remote support network if you need any kind of assistance with the machine.
Factory-Trained Socage Technicians
The Altequip technicians are factory-trained by Socage. They have first hand, specialist knowledge of these trucks and their servicing, maintenance and repair requirements.
Original Socage Spare Parts
Ganuine parts are essential to ensure a long lifespan for an EWP. Altequip has access to original Socage spare parts, supporting ongoing maintenance and repairs throughout the operating life of the equipment.
Servicing and After-Sales Support
With Altequip, support for your Socage platform continues well beyond delivery. We provide specialist servicing, inspections, repairs and technical assistance needed to keep your equipment maintained throughout its working life.
Our technicians have direct knowledge of Socage systems and service requirements from their factory training in Italy. We also have a direct line to the Socage factory when additional technical input is required. They’re always there to support us, also giving us access to original Socage spare parts for maintenance and repairs.
Support available through Altequip includes:
- Routine maintenance – scheduled servicing based on equipment and operating requirements
- Compliance inspections – including 90-day, annual and 10-year major inspections
- Specialist diagnostics – fault finding by technicians trained on Socage equipment
- Repairs and component replacement – with access to original Socage spare parts
- Factory-backed technical assistance – direct communication with Socage in Italy when required
- Ongoing equipment support – technical assistance throughout the platform's operating life
What to Consider When Buying a Truck Mounted EWP
Working Height
Start with the maximum height at which the basket needs to operate. Altequip's current Socage truck mounted range extends from the 13.5m ForSte 14A to the 74.5mForSte 75TJJ. However, maximum height alone doesn't determine whether a machine can reach the required working position. Outreach also needs to be taken into account.
Horizontal Outreach
Consider how far the basket needs to work horizontally from the vehicle. Buildings, vegetation, infrastructure or other obstacles can prevent the vehicle truck being positioned directly beneath the work area.
Horizontal outreach varies significantly within the Socage range. The ForSte 20T has 12.3m of outreach at a 35m working-height class, while the larger 54TJJ and 75TJJ provide maximum outreach up to 40m.
Vehicle and GVM
When looking at truck mounted EWPs, you also need to consider the vehicle carrying the platform. The Altequip range extends from the ute-mounted ForSte 14A through to platforms requiring substantially larger truck configurations.
Basket Capacity
What is the weight of the operators, tools and materials that need to be carried in the basket on your regular jobs? Basket capacities across Altequip's current Socage truck-mounted range extend from 230kg on the smaller models to 600kg on the ForSte 54TJJ and 75TJJ.
Stabilisation and Setup
Truck EWPs need space to get setup and stabilised before work commences. When comparing models, think of the setup space and ground conditions you encounter on your worksites. The size, weight and stabiliser footprint of the machine you purchase needs to align itb the type of work you do.
Truck Mounted EWP FAQs
What is a truck mounted EWP?
A truck mounted EWP is an elevated work platform installed on a road-going vehicle. The vehicle transports the platform between worksites, while the elevated platform provides access to work areas at height once the machine has been correctly positioned and stabilised.
What working heights are available?
Altequip’s current Socage range offers working heights from 13.5m with the ForSte 14A through to 74.5m with the ForSte 75TJJ.
The range also provides different horizontal outreach, basket capacities and vehicle requirements, so working height should not be considered in isolation.
Which Socage truck mounted EWP has the greatest horizontal outreach?
What is the difference between an EWP truck and a spider lift?
A truck mounted EWP integrates the elevated work platform with a road-going vehicle, making it particularly suited to work that involves travelling between locations. A spider lift is a more compact machine that uses a tracked undercarriage to move around a worksite.
What should I consider when buying an EWP truck?
Consider the required working height, horizontal outreach, basket capacity, vehicle configuration and GVM, available setup and stabilisation area, operating environment and ongoing servicing requirements.
Does Altequip sell truck mounted EWPs Australia-wide?
Who services Socage EWP trucks in Australia?
Altequip provides servicing, maintenance, inspections and repairs for Socage EWPs in Australia. Altequip technicians are factory-trained by Socage, with access to original Socage spare parts and a direct line to the Socage factory in Italy for additional technical support.
Enquire About an EWP Truck Today
Need help narrowing down the Socage range? Tell us where you need to reach, what the platform needs to carry and your vehicle requirements, and Altequip can help identify suitable models for the job.
From compact pickup-mounted platforms to machines reaching more than 70m, we'll help you compare the specifications that matter for your application.
