Aerial Trucks for Commercial Fleets and Utility Work

Yes, a bucket truck is a type of vehicle-mounted aerial lift. It uses a hydraulic boom to raise a platform, or 'bucket,' allowing workers to safely reach elevated work areas. Bucket trucks fall under OSHA and ANSI A92.2 classifications for vehicle-mounted elevating and rotating aerial devices.

It depends on the chassis GVWR and your state's regulations. Many aerial trucks built on Ford F-550/F-600 or Ram 5500 chassis are rated under 26,000 lbs GVWR and are non-CDL, while heavier Class 7-8 chassis like the International HV607 (33,000 lbs GVWR) typically require a CDL.

Insulated aerial devices, like the Versalift SST-40-EIH and VST-47-MHI, feature dielectrically tested booms rated for specific voltage classes such as Category C 46kV, allowing safe work near energized power lines. Non-insulated units are better suited for general maintenance, sign installation, and other non-electrical tasks.

Most utility and telecom applications require working heights between 40 and 65 feet, depending on pole height and line configuration. Our lineup includes 40 ft cable placer trucks, 45-52 ft insulated lifts, and 59-65 ft rotating platform trucks to match various infrastructure requirements.

Aerial trucks should be certified to ANSI A92.2 standards for vehicle-mounted elevating and rotating work platforms and comply with OSHA aerial lift regulations under 29 CFR 1926.453. Insulated units for electrical work should carry a category rating, such as Category C 46kV, verifying dielectric testing of the boom.

We offer flexible purchase and lease options through dealer financing, along with trade-in valuations for your current equipment. Payment estimators are available on select models, and our team can walk you through financing terms based on your fleet's budget and operational needs.