Ruthmann GmbH & STEIGER TB 290
Built: 2021 · Series: Other models
More machines from model year 2021
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Ruthmann – other models: the collective page of Steiger TB aerial work platforms on a van chassis, four-cylinder with 2.1-litre displacement, gross weight 3,500 kg, body lengths from 7,480 to 8,070 mm
This page gathers models from the German maker Ruthmann, which specialises in aerial work platforms (Steiger) built on light van chassis. The Steiger TB 270, TB 290 and TB 300 listed here are bodies of this series on a shared chassis with a four-cylinder diesel engine.
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The register lists 3 versions here with a uniform displacement of 2,143 cm³ from four-cylinder engines, kerb weights from 3,319 to 3,325 kg, a gross vehicle weight of 3,500 kg, and body lengths from 7,480 to 8,070 mm with a width of 2,300 mm.
As aerial platforms on a van chassis, the Steiger TB models are used mainly by tree-care firms, electrical contractors, roofers and municipal services for work at height, a segment where Ruthmann competes alongside makers such as Palfinger and Bronto Skylift. Their advantage over platforms on larger truck chassis lies in their compact size and comparatively low gross weight of 3,500 kg, which makes access easier in tight city centres and on sites with restricted entry.
For a used example, check the condition and inspection status of the platform itself (hydraulics, basket controls, emergency lowering), the chassis and frame of the base vehicle for corrosion, the tyres and brake system, and the platform's service history; parts for the platform run through Ruthmann, and for the base chassis through the respective van brand.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Ruthmann GmbH (weitere Modelle), Ruthmann (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Cylinders | 4correct |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,143 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 7,850 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,300 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 3,670 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 3,319 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 3,500 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Wheels | 4correct |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 145 km/hcorrect |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Ruthmann GmbH & STEIGER TB 290 weigh?
The unladen weight is 3,319 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Ruthmann GmbH & STEIGER TB 290?
3,500 kg.
What engine does the Ruthmann GmbH & STEIGER TB 290 have?
4 cylinders, 2,143 cm³ displacement.
How fast does the Ruthmann GmbH & STEIGER TB 290 go?
Top speed is 145 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Ruthmann GmbH & STEIGER TB 290?
7,850 mm × 2,300 mm.
When was the Ruthmann GmbH & STEIGER TB 290 built?
Production years: 2021.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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This page carries 12 individual figures for this model. They come from 1 recorded source; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.
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Sources: RDW — Dutch national vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · How we check the data
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