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Using a ladder outdoors has always had its challenges, but the Little Giant® Leveler™ is an adjustable leg ladder that changes that experience. Whether you work on uneven ground or set up your ladder on a staircase, the Leveler can handle it without the need for a leveling accessory. Meeting or exceeding all OSHA and ANSI standards, the Leveler is rated to hold 300 lbs. in all configurations. In its A-frame position, this adjustable leg ladder will hold 300 lbs. on both sides.
1. PATENTED RAPID LOCKS
The rapid locks adjusters on the ladder's rails allow for quick and easy height and position adjustment.
2. PALM BUTTONS
Move from storage to A-frame to extension ladder configurations by pushing in the ladder's palm buttons.
3. NON-SLIP FEET
The Leveler's sturdy, non-slip feet keep your adjustable leg ladder in place while you work. Complete your tasks with total confidence.
4. ADJUSTABLE LEG LEVELING
Uneven terrain? Not a problem. This is a ladder with adjustable legs. With the Ratchet™ leg levelers, you can adjust the ladder’s legs in seconds, allowing you to stabilize the ladder on unlevel ground. The retractable legs yield more than 7 inches of leveling adjustment.
4. SCAFFOLDING
The Leveler™ can be converted into a trestle-and-plank scaffolding system by removing the outer section of the ladder and using trestle brackets to connect the outer sections. By attaching a Plank between the two trestles, you can cover a larger workspace, helping you work faster. Trestle brackets and Plank sold separately.
1. CARGO HOLD
The Cargo Hold fits on the top rung of the adjustable leg ladder, giving you a space to comfortably put your tools while working.
2. LADDER RACK
The Ladder Rack helps you save space and stay organized, all while protecting your ladder from any potential damage.
3. WORK PLATFORM
The Work Platform is a ladder accessory that doubles as a comfortable standing platform or tool holder and is rated to hold up to 375 lbs.
| Model Number | 16617-801 |
| ANSI Duty Rating | Type IAA - Special Duty |
| Weight Capacity | 375 lbs. |
| Product Material | Aluminum |
| Ladder Type | Multi-Position |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime |
| Product Weight | 35 lb |
| Country of Origin | TBD |
| Storage Depth | 8.5 in |
| Storage Width at Base | 2 ft |
| Feet | Standard non-marring (riveted) |
| Spreader System | Hinge Lock |
| 90° Position | Yes |
| Tip & Glide Wheels™ | Yes |
| V-Bar | No |
| Ratchet Levelers | Yes |
| Ground Cue | No |
| Air Deck Ports | No |
| Claw | No |
| Scaffolding Position | Yes |
| Ship length | 4.67 ft |
| Ship Width | 2.08 ft |
| Ship Height | 8 in |
| Ship Weight | 38.7 lb |
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Size refers to the ANSI definition of length. ANSI states that the size is defined by the combined length of all rail sections, with a tolerance of +/-3” on each section. Note, this does not take into account any overlap between sliding sections like those on an extension or multi-purpose ladder. This can cause a disparity in the size of the ladder versus the actual height. To determine which ladder you need, Little Giant recommends you reference maximum reach height instead of size.
The terminology for ladder duty ratings, grades, and types can sometimes be confusing. The ladder's duty rating is the maximum safe load capacity of that ladder according to ANSI standards. There are 3 types of ratings that Little Giant offers:
Type I - Made to handle everyday projects. Has a load capacity of 250 lbs.
Type IA- Designed with durability and regular use in mind. Has a load capacity of 300 lbs.
Type IAA- Built for professional performance and rugged use. Has a load capacity of 375 lbs.
Ladder specifications can be confusing due to safety regulation requirements. According to ANSI (American National Standards Institute), the ladder size is defined as the total length of each section and does not account for overlap on extension ladders. As a result, the overlapping sections reduce the total length of the ladder. When purchasing any ladder customers should pay particular attention to the maximum reach to ensure the correct product for the job.
Little Giant Ladders offers replacement parts for products manufactured by Little Giant Ladders only. Please contact Customer Service at 1 (800) 453-1192 or shop online at https://www.littlegiantladders.com/pages/ladder-parts.
When ordering replacement parts, you will need to provide the Little Giant Ladder Model Number and Mark Number or a description of the part you need.
I usually do not leave reviews but wanted to for this product-the M17 leveler. I'm a professional residential carpenter who does everything from framing to finish work and this is the only ladder I currently own. It's now about four years old and gets used all day every day. The ladder's components and construction are high quality and have held up to the usual jobsite abuse and chaos without any breakages. It probably has provided the highest return on investment of any tool I have ever purchased. The leveler system saves huge amounts of time setting up on uneven ground. The ladder in its various configurations can get me to 95 percent of the places I need to go on the jobsite and it takes up a fraction of the space of all the ladders it replaces. Being able to setup on stairs and other stepped surfaces is extremely valuable and is something that conventional ladders can't do. I purchased the scaffold brackets as well and use the two separated sections often as a support for a walk board when installing long pieces of siding/crown etc. Looking into buying one of the work platforms as well so the ladder can also be used as a portable tool stand for ground-level work. I will say that I think that the 17 is the best size as the 22 and 26 are a bit too large and heavy to move around efficiently. I'm happy that there are still companies manufacturing high quality equipment!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this — especially as someone who doesn’t usually leave reviews. Hearing this from a professional residential carpenter who relies on the M17 Leveler every single day for four years means a lot to our entire team.
We design our ladders to stand up to real jobsite abuse, so it’s incredibly rewarding to hear that the construction and components have held up through framing, finish work, and everything in between. Knowing it’s delivered one of the highest ROIs of any tool you’ve purchased is about as strong an endorsement as we could hope for.
We’re especially glad the leveler system and stair setup capability are saving you time — that flexibility is exactly what the M17 was built for. It’s great to hear you’re making full use of the scaffold brackets as well. Using the separated sections to support a walk board for siding and crown installs is a smart application.
We appreciate your feedback on sizing too. The M17 really does hit that sweet spot for mobility and versatility on active jobsites.
Thank you again for trusting us as the only ladder in your rotation. We’re proud to support professionals who demand durability and performance from their equipment. Stay safe out there — and we hope the work platform proves just as useful when you add it to the setup!
We used our Little Giant Leveler ladder to sand, stain, caulk (chink and check), and clear coat our log cabin home. We coudn't have done this job without the Leveler given the uneven and sloping ground. Thanks Little Giant Team! My son recently purchased one for his own home. Everyone should own a Little Giant with levelers!!! Easy, fast and safe to use.
Overall, your feedback paints a very positive picture of the Little Giant Leveler ladder and its ability to provide stability and safety on uneven surfaces, making it an invaluable tool for home maintenance and improvement projects. Your enthusiastic recommendation underscores the ladder's effectiveness in meeting the challenges of working on a log cabin with sloping, uneven ground.
I love this ladder!!! You can use it for so many things in door or outdoor. One review by Jesse S Fischer is saying it is impossible to get it all the way up to 26 ft with one person but that is NOT true. The ladder is not like other extension ladders as you either pull a rope or just push them out. You need to extend it out on the ground, put the base at the edge of the wall and starting at one end walk the ladder up and then move the base out until it is at the safe distance. I've done it plenty of times by myself.
The options that this ladder gives you seem like it has one for any reason you would need to use a ladder. If you are looking for just an extension ladder get an extension ladder but if you want several ladders get this one!!!
Your feedback provides a valuable counterpoint to the previous review, highlighting the Leveler ladder's versatility and ease of use, even for a single user. Your firsthand experience demonstrates the ladder's capabilities and reinforces its suitability for a wide range of applications. Your positive review could be helpful for others considering this or similar multi-position ladder options.
I do it all the time by myself. Set up fully extended 26 foot ladder with no help. Do u have much experience woking with ladders? You said its impossible to do by yourself. Next time try fully extending the ladder put the feet against the wall with ladder laying on ground. Now lift the end furthest from wall and as you walk towards the house lift the ladder rung by rung with feet pushed against the wall and youll find how easy it is to lift to an upright position. Then just kick the feet out 6 to 8 feet out from wall when its upright and there ya have it. Youl have just done what you call impossible. Take care good luck.
I feel secure on this ladder. It is strong and built well.
Check out this video to assist with using the adjustments - https://youtu.be/Ax81JM-9Jf8
