Lightweight 3-step ladder

rexboggs5 · Senior Member

Lightweight 3-step ladder

Phillipn · Guru

rexboggs5 wrote:
I have been recommended to purchase a lightweight 3-step ladder, eg so I can get up high enough to attach the 2 side privacy panels.
Does anyone have a suggestion for a brand/model that would be suitable? I would like it to be small enough to fit into the back of my Land Cruiser 200 series.
Thanks and Cheers.

ebay, type in 3 step collapsible portable ladder. $133.

I have a 5 step one I purchased from a caravan sales in Bundaberg, they are light and easy to store.

rexboggs5 · Senior Member

Thanks Phillipn. much appreciated.

Dougwe · Chief one feather

Morning Rex,

I have a 5 step, step ladder and it is very light weight and takes 150kg on board. I also have a 3mt telescopic ladder so I can get to the top of the aluminium teepee. Also takes 150kg on board. Although these days I should find someone that can get on that for me. Both from evilbay.

outlaw40 · Guru

have a look at these www.txp.com.au/squeeze-box-ladders .
Been using one for years . great bit of kit .

Long Weekend · Guru

I have two types, one being a square box type aka squeeze box. While it folds down to nothing - one person I met kept his in a pipe on the draw bar - I find it very wobbly. OK to use though with care.
The other one is a three step plus platform from Aldi for $50. Lightweight, very strong and stable. I carry it strapped to the front A frame.
Aldi have them on special every couple of months.

Murray

littledick · Senior Member

outlaw40 wrote:
have a look at these www.txp.com.au/squeeze-box-ladders .
Been using one for years . great bit of kit .

I bought a 4 step squeeze box one a few months ago.

I consider the squeeze box ladder unstable and awkward due to the narrow steps plus heavier than the 3 step standard aluminium.

Going back to the 3 step standard ladder in the van. I will use the squeeze box around the house for small jobs.

My opinion. And my wife's!! biggrin

Dick.

-- Edited by littledick on Tuesday 21st of July 2020 03:07:08 PM

-- Edited by littledick on Tuesday 21st of July 2020 03:07:51 PM

rexboggs5 · Senior Member

Thanks folks. I have emailed a few of the retailers about the length when folded as I hope to be able to fit it into the back of my Land Cruiser. I'll check out Aldi tomorrow as we now have one in Rockhampton.
Cheers, Rex

Mobi Condo · Guru

I am with you here little dick - "I consider the squeeze box ladder unstable and awkward due to the narrow steps plus heavier than the 3 step standard aluminium."
As I got older and knees played up, I put it aside and take a Gorilla Ladder which is about the same weight any way. Now we have a new Awning I can work from the ground, other than the wind anti flap set up. I am much more confident of doing the work.
Cheers - Ian

rexboggs5 · Senior Member

Thanks Mobi. The squeeze box ladders are enticing because they pack up so well, but I think I prefer stability over that.

Warren-Pat_01 · Guru

x2 for the txp ladders.

My boot has a dividing panel separating the gas cylinders from the rest of the caboodle - I cut an elongated hole in it for the ladder in its bag to fit in. Is about 1.8m x 125mm x 75mm if I recall & is light.

Warren-Pat_01 · Guru

Stability is great! Unless the user is a heaviweight. I weight around 95kg - have no problems.

rexboggs5 · Senior Member

Thanks Warren. The ebay ad says 120 cm for the 3 STEP A-Frame
Max Load 120kg
Weight 4.4KG
Closed 120 x 12 x 8cm
So that is really compact. Looks good.
Cheers
Rex

travelyounger · Guru

Bunnings sell a lightweight aluminum 3 step a frame ladder made by Costco and only weighs about 2 kg great for working around van or reaching car roof cost approx $90 Cheers

rexboggs5 · Senior Member

Thanks Travelyounger. I actually bought one of those yesterday! But it doesn't fit in the back of the Land Cruiser, so I either have to store it in the back seat of the LC or use up some precious space in the tunnel storage area in the caravan.
So I am looking for something a bit more compact. I may or may not keep it, as it is a good size for chores around the house.

outlaw40 · Guru

At only 2kg could you strap it to the spare tyre on the back of the van with a couple of load binders . a bike lock cable would then secure it from sticky fingers .

rexboggs5 · Senior Member

Thanks outlaw40. I think I would prefer to carry in the Land Cruiser.

Nevd · Senior Member

'At only 2kg could you strap it to the spare tyre on the back of the van with a couple of load binders . a bike lock cable would then secure it from sticky fingers .'

I have this ladder and that's exactly what I do. Use it all the time because my mum passed on her "Duck's Disease" genes on to me.

rexboggs5 · Senior Member

Thanks Nevd.

Geeco · Senior Member

I purchased a two step Bailey brand plastic ladder from the green shed. It is ideal for setting up our awning. It is rated at 100KG is very stable and folds down to fit in a Storage area under our bed but accessible from outside.

rexboggs5 · Senior Member

Thanks Geeco, I'll check that out. We have borrowed a 2-step ladder for our trip to Agnes Water (leaving tomorrow) so we'll see how that goes. It should be tall enough for setting up the awning.

littledick · Senior Member

rexboggs5 wrote:
Thanks Mobi. The squeeze box ladders are enticing because they pack up so well, but I think I prefer stability over that.

Exactly. Even on flat ground not that stable. And, the wife won't let me use it after watching. disbelief

Dick.

fwdoz · Guru

Officeworks has one

https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/p/j-burrows-3-step-ladder-150kg-white-jbsl3

rexboggs5 · Senior Member

Thanks littledick re the squeeze box ladders. And fwdoz - that is only a bit over a metre long and only $50. I'll definitely check that one out.

fwdoz · Guru

I have the 2 step one Rex. Very sturdy & non slip steps. Nice handle to hold as well to steady yourself.

rexboggs5 · Senior Member

Thanks fwdoz. We have an OfficeWorks here in Rocky so I'll check it out when I return from my week away.

Aus-Kiwi · Guru

I have one like this . . Its more stable and can be used as a seat . Ive worked off ladders dont use the top steps . Over 60 ? Dont use the top two steps !! https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/153679151477

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