Genie GS-1930 vs JLG 1930ES
The Genie GS-1930 is 499 lb (18%) heavier than the JLG 1930ES: 3,209 lb (1,456 kg) versus 2,710 lb (1,229 kg).
Genie GS-1930
Machine weight
3,209lb 1,456kg 1.46t
1.6 US tons, 1.46 metric tonnes
- Stowed L × W × H
- 6 ft × 2 ft 6 in × 7 ft 1 in
- Data source
- Manufacturer spec sheet
- Last checked
- October 6, 2026
JLG 1930ES
Machine weight
2,710lb 1,229kg 1.23t
1.36 US tons, 1.23 metric tonnes
- Stowed L × W × H
- 6 ft 2 in × 2 ft 6 in × 6 ft 6 in
- Data source
- Authorized dealer listing
- Last checked
- October 6, 2026
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Genie GS-1930 | JLG 1930ES |
|---|---|---|
| Machine weight | 3,209 lb (1,456 kg) | 2,710 lb (1,229 kg) |
| Max wheel load | 1,460 lb | – |
| Tire contact pressure | 162 psi (1117.0 kPa) | – |
| Occupied floor pressure | 284 psf (13.6 kPa) | – |
| Platform height | 19 ft 3 in (5.87 m) | 18 ft 9 in (5.71 m) |
| Working height | 25 ft 3 in (7.70 m) | 24 ft 9 in (7.54 m) |
| Platform capacity | 500 lb | 500 lb |
| Platform size | 5 ft 5 in x 29.9 in (outside); 3 ft extension deck | 30 x 73.5 in; 35.5 in extension |
| Length | 6 ft (1.83 m) | 6 ft 2 in (1.87 m) |
| Width | 2 ft 6 in (0.76 m) | 2 ft 6 in (0.76 m) |
| Height | 7 ft 1 in (2.16 m) | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| Height, rails folded | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) | – |
| Power | electric DC (24 V, 4 x 6 V 225 Ah) | electric DC (24 V, 4 x 6 V 220 Ah) |
| Drive speed, stowed | 2.5 mph | 3 mph |
| Max ground bearing pressure | – | 109 psi (751.5 kPa) |
Values come from each model’s own sources; see the model pages for links. Configurations differ, so compare like with like.
Common questions
Which is heavier, the Genie GS-1930 or the JLG 1930ES?
The Genie GS-1930 is 499 lb (18%) heavier than the JLG 1930ES: 3,209 lb (1,456 kg) versus 2,710 lb (1,229 kg).
Which is narrower?
The Genie GS-1930 is narrower: 2 ft 6 in versus 2 ft 6 in.