JLG BT44RT T Series Telescopic Boom Lift – Optimized Product Page Content

🔹 Product Overview
The JLG BT44RT is a rugged, compact Diesel Telescopic (Straight) Boom Lift from the T Series, designed for maximum accessibility and efficiency on diverse outdoor rough terrain job sites.1 The “BT44RT” denotes its 146-ft platform height and Rough Terrain capability. This machine is engineered for simplicity and reliability, offering substantial outreach and swift elevation to the work area. With a focus on maneuverability and robust 4WD performance, the BT44RT is an excellent workhorse for general construction, painting, and maintenance tasks where reaching moderately high, hard-to-access areas is key.
🔹 Key Specifications & Capabilities
| Detail |
US Imperial |
Metric |
| Max Working Height |
139ft 3in |
42.44 m |
| Max Platform Height |
146ft |
44.44 m |
| Max Horizontal Outreach |
37 ft 1 in |
11.30 m |
| Platform Capacity (Standard) |
500 lb |
227 kg |
| Drive System |
Diesel/Hydraulic (4WD) |
Diesel/Hydraulic (4WD) |
| Gradeability (4WD) |
45 % |
45 % |
| Machine Width |
7 ft 6 in |
2.29 m |
| Machine Model |
BT44RT |
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🔹 Key Features & Benefits
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✅ Maneuverable Design: A compact chassis and short wheelbase enhance tight-space maneuverability on congested job sites while still offering a substantial 50 ft working height.
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✅ Telescopic Boom: Delivers fast time-to-height and good horizontal projection, maximizing job site efficiency.
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✅ Rough Terrain Performance: Equipped with standard 4WD and a powerful diesel engine, ensuring superior traction and power for navigating slopes, mud, and uneven job sites.
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✅ High Gradeability: A 45% gradeability rating allows the machine to easily drive up steep inclines on unprepared construction sites.
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✅ Standard Platform Capacity: Offers a robust 500 lb (227 kg) capacity, sufficient for two workers plus tools and materials.
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✅ Continuous Rotation: 360° continuous turntable rotation maximizes the work envelope and efficiency.
🔹 Applications
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General Construction and Residential Building
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Exterior Painting, Siding, and Roofing Applications
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Industrial Plant Maintenance and Inspection
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Utility and Electrical Work on Unprepared Sites
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Any outdoor task requiring moderate height and horizontal outreach on rough terrain.