Get a handle
CMME looks at the ever-evolving telehandler. Although it may come with a high ticket price it doesn’t mean that it should stay out of reach of inventories.
Terex Aerial Work Platforms is set to unveil a new telehandler prototype at next month’s The Rental Show in the US.
The 3.5 tonne capacity Genie GTH-844B is an overhaul on the current 844 model, comes packed with a Tier 4i engine and is a much more slimlined machine. The width of the machine has been trimmed from 2.59m to 2.43m which is surprising considering the engine has been relocated from rear-mount to right-side while the cab was completely redesigned.
Engine options include either Perkins or Deutz with the engine manufacturers’ allowed to decide what type of Tier 4i technology to utilise, although Perkins is using exhaust gas recirculation with a diesel particulate filter and diesel oxidation catalyst. Deutz is using an oxidation catalyst without the particulate filter.
The price has not been finalised although both Perkins and Deutz estimate that the price of their units will be around $4,000 compared to the Tier 3 engine. Terex AWP also wanted to improve the environment for the operator by introducing a totally new control station. The GTH-844B will feature a tilt steering wheel, a lowered dash for better visibility, new gauge and switch packages and updated single-lever joystick control.
Although only currently planned as a western hemisphere model, it could soon appear in rental inventories and is a likely success in the used market later down the line.
JCB claims its telehandlers are the most popular brand in the market due to its versatility, productivity and low cost of ownership. Certainly the JCB 533-105 has proven to be a worthy workhorse on sites and nearing its first decade in the market is available in the $25-30,000 price range.
The models are designed for the harsh environments and high utilisation that is part and parcel of your daily life, and are built to deliver the kind of reliability that ensures optimum uptime for your business.
The 533-105 is able to lift maximum payload of 3300kg to maximum lift height of 10.22m the 533-105 meets the needs of the modern house builder who needs a stabilised machine, which is highly manoeuvrable and versatile.
The 533-105 is also fitted with 63kW (84.5 hp) engine, 4 speed powershift transmission, 3 mode steering with automatic wheel alignment, servo brakes and JCB cab with operator friendly two lever controls and eye level load moment indicator.
The 533-105 can be specified with a 74.2 kW (100 hp) turbo charged engine and fitted with a full range of suitable factory fitted options including industrial tyres, working lights, windscreen guard and air conditioning. The JCB Q-fit self levelling carriage accepts pallet forks and a wide range of attachments.
