This fortress wasn’t built to keep things out — it was built to keep you safe at height. The stability of a platform ladder. The speed of a stepladder. One-second setup. Professional certification.
About this product
Product Overview
The Little Giant Fortress is a professional-grade platform step ladder engineered for trade, maintenance, and industrial use. It combines the security of a fully enclosed standing platform with the lightweight, one-second convenience of a stepladder — certified to EN131 Professional standard with a 150kg maximum load capacity.
Available in 3, 4, 5, and 6-tread versions for working heights from 2.77m up to 3.63m — each sharing the same signature features: auto-close safety gate, patented Ground Cue®, oversized non-slip feet, and an innovative tool tray.
Why choose the Fortress
Key Features
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Model Variants & Dimensions
| SKU | Treads | Platform Ht | Working Ht | Closed Ht | Width | Open Depth | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1304-253 | 3 | 0.82m | 2.77m | 2.21m | 0.63m | 1.02m | 13.1kg |
| 1304-254 | 4 | 1.10m | 3.05m | 2.51m | 0.71m | 1.19m | 14.9kg |
| 1304-255 | 5 | 1.38m | 3.33m | 2.81m | 0.75m | 1.37m | 16.7kg |
| 1304-256 | 6 | 1.68m | 3.63m | 3.11m | 0.80m | 1.55m | 18.6kg |
Working height is an approximate calculation based on a 1.95m (6’4”) user plus platform height. Ladders set at approximately 75°.
Full product data
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Little Giant Ladder Systems |
| Standard / Certification | EN131 Professional |
| Maximum Load Capacity | 150kg |
| Recommended Usage | Intensive / Commercial / Trade |
| Material | GRP Fibreglass / Aluminium |
| Non-Conductive | Yes (GRP construction) |
| Platform Size | 480 × 440mm |
| Tread Depth | 80mm |
| Distance Between Treads | 300mm |
| Storage Depth | 115mm |
| Foot Size — Front | 65mm (W) × 75mm (D) |
| Foot Size — Rear | 80mm (W) × 65mm (D) |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Commodity Code | 39269097 |
| Packaging | Cardboard / Paper |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty included |
Shipping & fulfilment
Delivery Information
Stock item. Bulky item delivery via specialist courier. Please allow up to 7 working days. Delivery to mainland UK addresses only unless otherwise stated.
The 6-tread model (1304-256) is a heavy item at 18.6kg. A 2-person lift is recommended. Please ensure someone is available to assist the driver on delivery.
Little Giant Ladder Systems is a globally recognised ladder manufacturer trusted by trade professionals worldwide. The Fortress range is designed and tested to EN131 Professional standard for intensive commercial and industrial use.
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