A telehandler, (also known as a telescopic handler or telescopic forklift) is a multi-purpose machine designed for material handling. A telehandler’s purpose is to lift, suspend and move loads across a diverse selection of work sites, environments, and terrains.

Manitou Telehandlers have been engineered for easy and precise operation, comfort and long-lasting performance to maximise productivity in the construction and agriculture markets

Both forklifts and telehandlers lift, place and move heavy loads. The difference is how they do it, forklifts can only lift loads up and down while telescopic handlers feature forward reaching booms that can be fitted with different attachments, enabling it to move a wide range of materials.

A telescopic material handler can also be called a telehandler, teleporter, reach forklift or telescopic forklift.

A telehandler is a hugely versatile lifting machine that is often used in the agriculture and construction industries. The telescopic boom can be fitted with a variety of lifting attachments to suit a wide range of jobs on a diverse range of terrains and environments.

With a diverse range of attachments Manitou Telehandlers for agriculture are ideal for feeding livestock, mucking out, baling, silage distribution and a wide range of general farmyard duties. The most common attachments for use with the MLT range of telescopic handlers are the shear grab, muck grab and road brush.

A telehandler is used for material handling on construction sites; moving, lifting and suspending loads. Suitable for working across a diverse selection of sites, environments and terrains, a construction telehandler can replace a forklift, a crane and access platform with the right attachments.

When fitted with a winch attachment, a telescopic handler will have the characteristics of crane.

Telehandlers are not designed for digging but can be fitted with a bucket. If your job demands extensive digging or moving a large amount of earth, you may need to consider a different machine, such as an excavator.

Manitou Telehandlers are based on sixty years of innovation which results in technologically advanced machinery, designed to reduce your cost of ownership. Every Manitou machine is built for power, versatility, and efficiency to make your day-to-day operations as productive as possible.

Yes with the appropriate licence, tax and insurance.

Yes, different driving licence categories apply depending on the model and use of the telescopic handler.

Manitou Telescopic handlers are operated by a 4-speed manual transmission with forward-reverse shuttle. A right-hand joystick controls the boom movements for lifting, moving and placing loads.

The lifting height of a Manitou telehandler varies depending on the model but the furthest reaching model is the rotating telescopic handler (MRT 3570) with an impressive lifting height of 35.0 metres.

Designed for construction sites, a Manitou MT 1840 can lift up to 10.0 metres and MHT 12330 can lift up to 11.9m. A Manitou agricultural telehandler can reach up to 10.0m (model number, MLT 1041).

The MHT 12330 Manitou telehandler can lift loads up to 33,000kg in weight.

The reach of a Manitou telehandler varies depending on the model but the furthest reaching model is the rotating telescopic handler, MRT 3570 with an impressive 26.5 metre reach.

Also for construction sites, the Manitou MT range can reach up to 9.6m and MHT models can reach up
to 6.6m.

A Manitou agricultural telehandler can reach up to 6.5m (MLT 1041).

Both the MT 420 and MLT 420, are the lightest Manitou telehandlers which weigh in 4190k, while the heaviest telescopic handler (MHT 12330) weighs in at 49,000kg.

The smallest Manitou telescopic handler designed for agricultural use is the MLT 420-60.

If you are looking for the lightest Construction Telehandler, it’s the MT420 weighing in at 4190kg (unladen, with forks). For agriculture, it’s the MLT420 weighing only 4190kg (unladen, with forks).

The amount of fuel used depends on the machine size and application.

The price of a new Manitou Telescopic Handler varies depending on your exact requirements and
the machine spec. To get a detailed quote, get in touch.

To buy a Manitou telehandler, get in touch with our sales team. Your Northern Lift Trucks Sales
Representative will guide you through our tailor made purchase options to ensure you are
shaking on the best deal, the best service and the best support!