My Octane ZX came with a ladder, we threw it a way and carry a 4' step ladder. The step ladder can be used for other things such as the upper cabinets that may be hard to reach, etc. The factory ladder was made out of 3/4 round stock that was hard on the ol feet. My Octane is now about 2 years old, with very limited use and we are starting to have problems with the electrical system??? JH