MEC 2659ERT Scissor Lift Financing

Fifty-nine feet of platform height on a rough-terrain chassis puts the MEC 2659ERT in a class that most job sites don't associate with scissor lifts. This is an outdoor machine spec'd for the kind of work that usually requires a boom: high-bay steel structure work, large-footprint warehouse builds, precast erection staging, and exterior cladding on mid-rise industrial buildings. The scissor configuration delivers a full-width deck at height, which is something a boom basket can't match, and the rough-terrain capability means the unit doesn't need a paved surface to do it.

The 2659ERT carries a platform capacity around 1,500 pounds, a working height that tops 65 feet, and a diesel engine with four-wheel drive. The deck width gives crews room to work with material, tools, and multiple people in a way that makes it productive on structural work where a single-person basket would require constant repositioning. MEC built this unit to compete with the JLG 4069LE and Genie GS-5390 RT class, and it delivers comparable specs at a price point that often lands several thousand dollars below the bigger domestic brands.

We fund MEC aerial work platforms including the rough-terrain scissor line. The 2659ERT at typical used prices lands costing on the order of $60k to $90k, right in our core program. New units price higher. One machine, one application, three months of statements, and we close most of these in one to two weeks. challenged credit are in play.

What Sets the 2659ERT Apart

The defining feature of a 59-foot rough-terrain scissor is the combination of deck width and height in one unit. A boom at 59 feet puts two people in a roughly 8-foot basket. The 2659ERT's full-width platform puts the same crew on a deck that's wide enough to move around, stage material, and work from multiple positions without repositioning the machine. For structural steel erection crews, metal deck installation, or exterior insulation and finish system work, that's a real productivity difference.

MEC built the 2659ERT with a diesel-electric hybrid drive option on certain configurations, but the standard diesel variant is the most common unit in the used market. All-terrain tires and four-wheel drive handle gravel, compacted dirt, and mild slope, which are the conditions on most large commercial and industrial construction sites where this machine gets used. The rough-terrain scissor class competes with diesel rough-terrain scissor options from other brands at similar working heights.

Outriggers extend the machine's stability envelope at full height, which is essential on a 59-foot scissor. The working envelope at maximum height with outriggers deployed meets ANSI stability requirements and allows the machine to be used in its full rated capacity. Buyers should confirm outrigger condition on any used 2659ERT, as they're load-bearing components that affect both safety and resale value.

For buyers who need this height class outdoors but want articulating reach rather than a wide deck, rough-terrain boom lift options offer a different access geometry at similar working heights. The choice depends on whether deck width or outreach is the priority for your typical job. Buyers adding multiple rough-terrain machines at once should also look at how an equipment loan structure compares to a lease for the 2659ERT ticket size.

Who Qualifies and What We Need

A business with six or more months of operating history and consistent bank statement deposits qualifies for review on a 2659ERT purchase. The machine's ticket size, typically $60,000 to $110,000, fits comfortably within application-only financing guidelines, which means no tax returns and no compiled financial statements required to get started.

challenged credit both qualify. We've funded rough-terrain scissor purchases for operators with prior bankruptcy, recent late payments, and credit scores well below prime. The machine is solid collateral, and a business with real cash flow behind it gets a real look regardless of credit history. What we're assessing is whether the business generates enough monthly cash to cover the payment and whether the machine's collateral value supports the deal structure.

General contractors buying a 2659ERT for a specific project often bring the project contract or signed subcontract as supporting context. We can't lend against a future contract, but a signed contract demonstrates work in the pipeline and gives us confidence in the cash flow projection. Combined with solid bank statements from the prior three months, it's a strong application.

Rental yards adding the 2659ERT to their rough-terrain scissor inventory can also structure this as a fleet addition. If you already have a line with us or have financed with us before, the review on a repeat transaction is typically faster. First-time customers go through the same process but usually get a decision within 48 business hours.

Is the MEC 2659ERT considered the same class as a JLG 4069LE or Genie GS-5390 for financing?

Yes, from an underwriting standpoint they're in the same class. All are large-format rough-terrain scissors in the 55-to-65-foot height bracket, and they price and collateralize similarly in the used market. We've funded all three and treat them the same way in terms of documentation requirements and timelines.

The unit I want is in poor cosmetic condition but mechanically sound. Does that affect financing?

Cosmetic condition matters less than mechanical condition from a collateral standpoint. We care about whether the machine runs safely and what it would bring at auction. A mechanically sound 2659ERT with cosmetic wear still has real market value. If the machine needs repairs to be operational, that's a different conversation, but paint and surface wear don't kill a deal.

Can I buy a 2659ERT through an equipment auction platform and use financing?

Yes, though auction purchases require fast action. Auction houses typically require payment within 24 to 72 hours of winning the lot. If you're planning to use financing, get pre-approved before the auction so we already have your credit decision in hand. We can set up a pre-approval against a general amount, and then finalize on the specific unit once you win the lot.

What's the typical depreciation rate on a 2659ERT?

Large rough-terrain scissors depreciate meaningfully in the first three to five years and then tend to hold value reasonably well if maintained. A ten-year-old machine with documented service records and under 3,000 hours still has commercial value. We don't publish depreciation schedules, but used machine pricing from major auction results gives a realistic picture of where the market is.

Can I include delivery and setup costs in the financed amount?

In many cases, yes. Soft costs like delivery, initial service, and training can sometimes be rolled into the total financed amount, depending on the deal structure and the lender. It increases the total financed amount and monthly payment slightly, but avoids the need to come up with cash for those costs separately. Tell us what the full project cost looks like and we'll let you know what's includable.