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Genie GL12 Straddle Base

The Genie GL12 Straddle Base is built to give you more flexibility when handling wider or bulkier items. With its straddle base, which comes as standard, it can easily lift loads up to 0.91m wide. The GL12 can handle weights up to 159kg and reaches up to 4.2m when the forks are flipped up.

£1,903.50 Ex VAT

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The GL12 is the largest model in the Genie Lift lineup. It’s designed to handle heavy loads with confidence, whether you’re working in maintenance, installations, warehouse operations, or pulling stock for orders.

With its straddle base as standard, the GL12 offers solid stability while lifting up to 159kg. It reaches up to 3.66 m, or even 4.20m if you flip the forks up for extra height.

What makes the GL12 stand out is its flexibility. It handles everything from loading and unloading goods to lifting equipment on job sites. The straddle base makes it easier to work with wider items or awkward loads, as the straddle base gives you the ability to increase the width of the legs.

It's simple to set up without the need for any tools. Users can have it ready to go in seconds. Its compact build makes storage and transport straightforward, so moving it between locations or work zones isn’t a hassle. The standard forks can also be reversed when you need a bit more lifting height.

Like all Genie equipment, the GL12 is built to the highest quality. It’s made for demanding use while still delivering smooth and reliable performance. If you want to increase the versatility of the material lift, there’s a full range of accessories available, which include a load platform, boom attachment, and a ladder, so you can tailor it to fit different jobs. With pneumatic rear tires for easy movement and a foot brake to lock it in place, you’ll find it both mobile and secure.

If you’re after a lift that combines power, reach, and dependable operation, the GL12 is a strong choice. It’s built for professionals who need performance they can count on.
Lifting height 3.66m forks down / 4.20m forks up
Stowed Height 2.31m
Load Capacity 159kg
Machine Weight 70kg
  • The Genie GL12 straddle can be set up by one person within minutes without the need for any tools and can be transported in the back of a van. The straddle base enables the material lift to accommodate loads up to 0.91m wide.
  • The Genie GL12 Straddle base has a lifting capacity of 159kg and a lifting height of 4.2m, making it a reliable solution when having to lift objects.
  • The Genie GL12 Straddle base can be fitted with a variety of attachments, allowing your material lift to be suited for a wider range of applications.
  • Equipped with a straddle base as standard, it allows this material lift to handle loads up to 0.91m as the legs can be extended laterally, a safe solution to handle wider objects.
  • The GL12 straddle base comes with standard forks that can be flipped, which increases lifting height from 3.66m to 4.20m.
  • Backed by Genie’s reputation for excellence, it’s designed to withstand tough use while delivering sustained performance and value.
Orders placed before 10:00 am Monday to Friday are despatched the same working day for next working day delivery to UK mainland addresses. Orders placed after this time, or at a weekend, are despatched the next working day.

Delivery of machines is booked in with you directly so someone is on site to receive it.

Click & Collect is available from our Castle Donington showroom Monday to Friday. We will confirm either by email or phone once your order is ready to collect.
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Annual Service & Examination (LOLER)


The package includes one annual Service and Thorough Examination (LOLER), carried out at our Headquarters by our experienced service team. Please note: The material lift must be delivered to our centrally located premises for the Service and Thorough Examination to be carried out. If you are unable to deliver the material lift, please contact a member of our team to discuss the available options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

At Workplatform, every machine undergoes a Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) and a Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) inspection before delivery.

Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI): Each machine undergoes a thorough Pre-Delivery Inspection, where our skilled technicians inspect and test every component to ensure everything functions flawlessly.

LOLER Certified: Safety is our top priority! All our machines are given a LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) certificate, adhering to the highest safety standards. You can trust that your Genie access platform is ready for reliable and secure operation.

Yes — Products shown as out of stock or on backorder can still be added to your basket and pre-ordered. Please contact us regarding lead times before placing your order. We can provide an accurate estimated delivery date and ensure the expected arrival date is suitable for you, helping to prevent any potential longer waiting times than expected.

We offer trade pricing on multi-unit orders. Call us on 01332 977877 to discuss your requirements.

Yes — attachments and accessories can be added to any machine order and will ship together where possible.

If your order contains both in-stock and backordered products, you have two delivery options: Seperate Delivery -
Your in-stock products will be dispatched immediately, with the backordered products sent seperately when they become available. Where seperate shipments are required, additional delivery charges will apply. Combined Delivery -
You can choose to have your complete order held until all products are available. Your entire order will then be dispatched together, meaning you will only pay one delivery charge where applicable.

Yes, we deliver to all UK mainland addresses.

Contact our sales team with your order reference and we will give you an immediate update, including tracking details where available.

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