Little Giant Ladder Systems

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Q: What are the differences between the Type 1AA, Type 1A "Original", Type 1a Titan, Type I, and the Type II?

A: The Type 1AA is the top of the line model in the Little Giant Ladder lineup, introduced in the fall of 2001. It meets the new OSHA 375lb, Extra Heavy Duty Industrial Rating for ladders. Based on the original Type 1A Little Giant, the Type 1AA uses thicker gauge aluminum and extra bracing to achieve the increased workload capacity. This is an incredibly tough ladder! The Type 1AA is an excellent choice for heavy duty industrial use, construction work, or for the demanding homeowner seeking an incredibly tough ladder. It comes with a Lifetime Warranty (6 year warranty for ladders purchased prior to 2005). Type 1AA ladders make up approximately 15% of Little Giant Ladder sales.

The Type 1A is the "Original" Little Giant Ladder, having been in production since 1972. This is the exact model currently being marketed on tv. It meets the OSHA Type 1A 300lb, Extra Heavy Duty Rating for ladders. The Type 1A "Original" is engineered to be a rugged ladder; built for incredible durability and maximum weight limits. Expect this to be one tough ladder, designed for years of dependable service. The hinges are almost 50% thicker than the Type 1a Titan, the Type I, and the Type II hinges, for greater rigidity and higher weight loads. The Type 1A "Original" is an excellent choice for heavy commercial use, household use, or for the demanding person seeking a rock solid versatile ladder. It comes with a Lifetime Warranty (5 year warranty for ladders purchased prior to 2004). Type 1A "Original" ladders make up approximately 70% of Little Giant Ladder sales. It's by far our best seller! You WON'T be disappointed with this ladder!

The Type 1a Titan Little Giant Ladder was introduced in January 2004, however because it competed directly with the Original 1A Little Giant Ladder it was phased out within a few months. The Type 1a Titan meets the OSHA 300lb Duty Rating for ladders. Based on the medium duty Type I, the Type 1a Titan incorporates extra enhancements such as upgraded hinge plates to meet the 300lb rating. The Type 1a Titan and the Type I are very similar ladders, sharing approximately 95% of the same parts and material. The Type 1a Titan is an excellent choice for light commercial or household use. It comes with a 4 year warranty. Due to being discontinued, Type 1a Titan ladders make up 0% of Little Giant Ladder sales.

The Type 1 Little Giant Ladder is the medium duty model, introduced in the fall of 2001. The Type I meets the OSHA 250lb Duty Rating for ladders. Originally based on the light duty Type II, it incorporates extra enhancements such as upgraded Lock Tab assemblies and extra riviting to meet the 250lb rating. The Type I is an excellent choice for light commercial or household use. All ladders sold in 2005 and beyond come with a 5 year warranty. (All previous models came with a 4 year warranty.) Type I ladders make up approximately 15% of Little Giant Ladder sales.

The Type II Little Giant Ladder is the lightest duty Little Giant Ladder. Introduced in 1986, the Type II meets the OSHA 225lb Duty Rating for ladders. This ladder has been discontinued, however we have some inventory left and replacements parts are still available. The Type II is an excellent choice for light commercial or light household use, and comes with a 3 year warranty. The Type II Little Giant is the "yellow" ladder, using yellow labels, yellow rung caps, and yellow palm buttons on the hinge. Due to being discontinued, Type II ladders make up 0% of Little Giant Ladder sales.

Which one should I get? It depends on the needs of the person using the ladder. If strength, ruggedness, and durability at a reasonable price are the major factors in purchasing a ladder, then the Type 1AA or Type 1A should be the ladder of choice. If lower cost or the weight of the ladder are the major factors in purchasing a ladder, then the Type I would be a good choice. Over the years we have received a great deal of customer feedback from people who have bought and used the ladders, and also from our numerous shows and fairs where we have had thousands and thousands of customers compare the ladders side by side, inspecting and operating the locking mechanisms and hinges, as well as climbing all over the ladders, and most people tend to come to the same decision..............that the Type 1A "Original" is the best value, hands down! The "Original" Little Giant Ladder is simply the most popular customer choice, and it receives more positive feedback than any other Little Giant Ladder. This is why we "Highly Recommend" it. The Type 1AA would come in a close second, only because the average person might consider it "overkill" for their ladder needs. The third choice would be the Type 1, but it really depends on a persons specific needs. But which ever ladder you choose, you can be assured you will receive the highest quality, most versatile ladder on the market today, the Little Giant Ladder!