Versalift Bucket Trucks

Bucket trucks — also called aerial lifts or cherry pickers — pair a truck chassis with a hydraulic boom and a work platform. They give crews safe, steady access to work at height where ladders or scaffolding would be slow, awkward, or risky. You’ll see them every day in utilities, telecom, construction, forestry, and public works.

Versalift builds many of the bucket trucks you see in the field. The brand is known for simple, durable designs that hold up to daily use.

Key components, in plain terms

Boom

The hydraulic arm goes up, out, or both. Versalift offers telescopic, articulating, and combo booms so crews can reach over obstacles or straight up a pole without constant truck repositioning.

Bucket / Platform

This is where the tech stands to do the job. Versalift focuses on a stable floor, secure rails, and controls that feel predictable. Insulated options are available for electrical work.

Vehicle / Chassis

The boom system mounts to proven truck platforms—common choices include Ford, Chevrolet, MAN, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, and International. A popular setup is a Versalift on a Ford F-550: strong lift performance, tight turning, and dependable running gear.

Turret

This is the rotating joint between the boom and the body. Many builds offer full 360° rotation, so the operator can swing the bucket exactly where it’s needed without moving the truck.

What people use them for

• Utilities: line work, transformer and streetlight maintenance. Insulated booms help protect crews around live power.
• Telecom: installing and servicing antennas, fiber, and other communications hardware.
• Tree care: pruning, removals, and storm cleanup in tight residential or urban spots.
• Construction & maintenance: access for painting, façade repairs, signage, and window work.
• Lighting & signage: billboards, traffic signals, and general public-works service.

Safety, built into the machine

Bucket trucks are designed to be a safer, more controlled way to work at height. They still demand training and attention, but the equipment itself helps manage risk:

• Insulated booms for electrical hazard protection
• Outriggers and balanced chassis for stability
• Intuitive, redundant control systems for the operator
• Low-maintenance, non-lube bearing designs to reduce service-related risks

Versalift leans into these details so fleets get reliable uptime and crews feel confident on the controls.

Model spotlight: Versalift SST-36-NE on Ford F-550

• Working height: just over 40 ft (about 12.2 m)
• Side reach: generous outreach to hit targets without constant truck moves
• Compact mobility: easy to position on busy streets and tight jobsites
• Built to last: rugged hydraulics and low-maintenance design to keep it in service day after day

For many fleets, this combo delivers the sweet spot—enough reach for utility and telecom jobs, on a platform that’s easy to drive and economical to run.

Why fleets pick Versalift

These trucks are engineered for long service life and lower operating cost. Less time in the shop means more tickets closed per shift. Crews appreciate faster setup, smooth boom control, and less fatigue over a full day.

Ready to spec a unit?

STS-Global can help you choose the right aerial lift for your work, supply the truck configured to your needs, and support it with genuine parts and accessories. Send your inquiry to sales@sts-global.com and we’ll get back to you shortly.