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The RPX series is an articulating boom aerial platform made by Bronto Skylift. Like most of Bronto's platforms the booms also telescope making the unit more compact for travel.

The RPX was designed to maximize the reach and up and over capabilities of the platform. It is essentially the same as the RLX without a ladder. As it does not have the added weight of a ladder, the overall weight is reduced and its reach capabilities are improved.

It is provided with integral plumbing and has a 1000gpm monitor at the platform.

The platform can tip up or down to maintain a level floor, but also has the capability of turning 60 degrees to either side. It has a safe working load of 1100 lbs.

The RPX comes in eleven lengths ranging from 32 to 70 meters.

F 32 RPX

Working height 106 feet (32m)
Reach 79 feet (24m)
Stowed (transport) length 30 feet (9.3m)

F 34 RPX

Working height 112 feet (34m)
Reach 79 feet (24m)
Stowed (transport) length 30 feet (9.3m)

F 37 RPX

Working height 122 feet (37m)
Reach 83 feet (25m)
Stowed (transport) length 33 feet (9.9m)

F 42 RPX

Working height 139 feet (42m)
Reach 78 feet (23.6m)
Stowed (transport) length 33 feet (10m)

F 44 RPX

Working height 145 feet (44m)
Reach 79 feet (24m)
Stowed (transport) length 33 feet (10m)

F 46 RPX

Working height 152 feet (46m)
Reach 79 feet (24m)
Stowed (transport) length 33 feet (10m)

F 52 RPX

Working height 172 feet (52m)
Reach 102 feet (31m)
Stowed (transport) length 39 feet (11.8m)

F 53 RPX

Working height 175 feet (53m)
Reach 101 feet (30.5m)
Stowed (transport) length 33 feet (11m)

F 55 RPX

Working height 182 feet (55m)
Reach 102 feet (31m)
Stowed (transport) length 33 feet (11m)

F 61 RPX

Working height 201 feet (61m)
Reach 109 feet (33m)
Stowed (transport) length 40 feet (12m)

F 70 RPX

Working height 231 feet (70m)
Reach 109 feet (33m)
Stowed (transport) length 41 feet (12.5m)
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