SAL Lite 170 Rental

SAL Lite 170 Stairclimber – Hire & Rental Australia

lightest and fastest powered stairclimber

 

Hire the Hercules SAL Lite, the world’s lightest powered stairclimber rental, precision-engineered in Austria and trusted by Australia’s public sector, government agencies, schools, hospitals, and commercial organisations for decades.

The World’s Lightest Powered Stairclimber – Only 16kg: The SAL Lite is in a class of its own. At just 16kg tare weight, it’s the lightest battery-powered stairclimber available for hire anywhere in the world – yet it safely lifts loads of up to 170kg, more than 10 times its own weight. A single operator can load it into any vehicle without a ramp or second person, making it the most practical and cost-effective stairclimber rental for government, public sector, and commercial operators across Australia.

Austrian Engineering. Unmatched Precision: Designed, engineered, and built in Austria to the highest quality standards, the SAL Lite has been the trusted choice of Australian public sector and government clients for several decades. When reliability, safety, and precision matter — and they always do in government and institutional environments – the SAL Lite delivers.

170kg Capacity. Blindingly Fast:

  • Up to 48 steps per minute — the fastest powered stairclimber available for hire

  • Three motor size options to match your exact load requirements:

    • 110kg – ideal for lighter institutional and retail loads

    • 140kg – perfect for mid-range commercial and government deliveries

    • 170kg – maximum capacity for heavy institutional and industrial use

  • Motor acts as automatic brake on descent – load glides smoothly and safely downstairs without pressing any buttons

Designed for Narrow Stairs & Tight Spaces:

  • Suited for winding stairs, narrow landings, and tight institutional corridors

  • Lightweight modular construction – effortlessly navigates the most challenging stair environments

  • Lifting feet for maximum floor and step surface protection – zero marks, zero damage

  • Climbs onto each step with precision and efficiency, even on the most challenging staircases

Four Handle Configurations for Every Application:

  • Uni – universal configuration for general use

  • Fold – folds flat for compact vehicle storage

  • Fold-L – fold configuration with extended reach

  • Ergo – ergonomic design for reduced operator fatigue on high-volume use

As Easy to Use as a Hand Truck: No complex setup. No specialist training. The SAL Lite’s intuitive controls mean any operator is confident and productive within minutes – making it ideal for government and institutional environments where multiple staff members may operate the unit.

Trusted by Australia’s Public Sector & Government: The SAL Lite has been the go-to stairclimber for Australian institutions for decades:

  • Schools and universities

  • Hospitals and healthcare facilities

  • Government departments and agencies

  • Commercial kitchens and hospitality venues

  • Corporate offices and commercial buildings

  • Retail stores and distribution centres

  • Pharmacies and medical supply companies

Rental Applications Include:

  • Government and public sector equipment delivery

  • Hospital and aged care supply logistics

  • School and university facility management

  • Commercial kitchen equipment installation

  • Office fit-outs and corporate relocations

  • Retail stock movement and store fit-outs

  • Narrow stairwell access in heritage and institutional buildings

  • Short-term and long-term hire across Australia

Enquire today about short-term and long-term rental options for the Hercules SAL Lite, the world’s lightest powered stairclimber, trusted by Australian government and public sector for decades.

Compare All Models
Model SAL Lite Uni SAL Lite Fold SAL Lite Fold-L SAL Lite Ergo
Description the light all-rounder for heavy loads folding model, fits in any car boot folding model with higher base frame upright posture and maximum control
Application examples copier paper, laundry containers, cabinets, large rolls washing machines, floor sanding machines, gas cylinders large refrigerators, doors, windows, kitchen worktops, tiles beer barrels, water bottles, drinks crates, stacks of tyres
Load Capacity 110 / 140 / 170 kg 110 / 140 / 170 kg 110 / 140 / 170 kg 110 / 140 / 170 kg
Weight base unit without battery 15.4 kg 15.7 kg 17.9 kg 15.8 kg
Battery weight 1.6 kg 1.6 kg 1.6 kg 1.6 kg
Operates on steep and narrow spiral staircases ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Folding - ✓ ✓ -
Transport up and down stairs ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Transport on the level ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Autonomy / Step Count Lead-acid battery: 300 steps up
Lithium-ion battery: approx. 2000 steps up and down
Lead-acid battery: 300 steps up
Lithium-ion battery: approx. 2000 steps up and down
Lead-acid battery: 300 steps up
Lithium-ion battery: approx. 2000 steps up and down
Lead-acid battery: 300 steps up
Lithium-ion battery: approx. 2000 steps up and down
Climbing speed max. 48 (steps / min) max. 48 (steps / min) max. 48 (steps / min) max. 48 (steps / min)
Dimensions max. 1530mm / 480mm / 280mm max. 1560mm (1000mm folded) / 480mm / 280mm max. 1750mm (1360mm folded) / 480mm / 280mm max. 1600mm / 480mm / 410mm

Features & Benefits

12 unbeatable advantages to convince you

  • extremely lightweight
  • extremely fast – up to 48 steps/minute
  • two speeds: slow / fast
  • intelligent lifting unit starts automatically when going down stairs
  • hinged toe plate mounting – fixed version also available
  • features sliding clutch and electronic overload protection
  • manoeuvrable like a hand truck
  • confident on all stairs, even spiral staircases and landings where space is restricted
  • large pneumatic tyres, puncture-proof available as an alternative
  • second battery pack and in-transit charge for constant 24-hour use
  • high-strength aluminium toe plate
  • extended battery life (up to 300 steps )

Applications

SAL Lite Uni is ideal for copier paper, laundry containers, cabinets, large rolls. The Uni model resembles the classic hand truck and is designed especially for transporting water canisters, drinks crates, copier paper and folders.

SAL Lite Ergo is ideal for beer barrels, water bottles, drinks crates, stacks of tyres. The Ergo model allows you to maintain an upright posture on the stairs and keep maximum control over the goods being transported. Ideal for beer kegs, stacks of tyres, etc.

SAL Lite Fold is ideal for washing machines, floor sanding machines, gas cylinders. The SAL Fold is ideal for transporting white goods on the stairs. The patented folding mechanism enables the handles to be positioned ideally in relation to the load.

SAL Lite Fold-L is ideal for large refrigerators, doors, windows, kitchen worktops, tiles. The Fold-L model is designed to ensure perfect balance even with slightly heavier loads.

Accessories

Spare Parts

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