Skyjack has announced the launch of the SJ6940 RT, a new addition to its rough terrain scissor lift lineup. Introduced on January 21, 2026, the model is the largest compact rough terrain scissor lift currently offered by the company.
The SJ6940 RT has a working height of 46 feet (14.02 meters) and a platform capacity of 800 pounds (362.874 kilograms). According to Skyjack, the lift is the tallest machine in its compact rough terrain scissor class. With the roll-out deck extended, the platform measures 14 feet, 10 inches (4.52 meters), providing what the company describes as the longest working area in the class.
Designed for use on uneven terrain, the SJ6940 RT includes an oscillating front steer axle and auto-leveling outriggers, which are optional on ANSI and CSA models and standard on CE and AS models. The lift is equipped with a four-wheel driveline, wheel motors, torque hubs and an oscillating front axle, delivering a 35% gradeability rating for mobility on challenging job sites.
“At Skyjack, we pride ourselves on designing for rental and building machines that optimize productivity,” said Charlie Patterson, Skyjack president. “The new SJ6940 RT scissor offers outstanding performance and an impressive 800-pound (362.874-kilogram) capacity to support more people, tools and materials.”
Additional design features include a four-level scissor stack with a single-cylinder design, intended to reduce potential leak points and simplify maintenance. The lift also incorporates Skyjack’s adaptive drive system. The engine is HVO compatible, and a dual-fuel option is available in North America.
“The SJ6940 RT is purpose-built to outperform in rough terrain conditions,” said Corey Connolly, Skyjack’s head of product management. “Our four-level scissor stack, with a single-cylinder design, significantly reduces leak points and simplifies maintenance. Paired with our intelligent adaptive drive system, this rough-terrain scissor lift consistently delivers reliable performance in rugged environments. In keeping with Skyjack’s commitment to sustainability, this new machine has an engine that is HVO compatible and offers a dual fuel option in North America.”
The SJ6940 RT is available in North America, South America, Europe and Australia. Skyjack plans to display the model at CONEXPO 2026 in Las Vegas from March 3–7 and at The ARA Show 2026 in Orlando from March 2–4.
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