All that is necessary for operating the Sidelifter is a tractor unit or truck of sufficient size, with compatible braking, electrical and kingpin couplings.
Sidelifters can run on a Power Take Off (PTO) system, if specified, and require a tractor unit with a PTO unit, pump and hydraulic coupling.
Truck mounted Sidelifters run on a Power Take Off (PTO) system, and require the truck to have a compatible PTO unit, pump and hydraulic coupling.