In this blog post, we will present to you our newest fleet member, the JCB 530-120 Telehandler/Telescopic Forklift.
Keep reading if you want to know more about this particular piece of equipment, its features and the benefits that can bring to your business.
At Kran, we are working hard on improving constantly our equipment rental services by expanding our fleet to cover a wide area of equipment rental needs.
We aim to offer a wide variety of equipment that will suit most of our clients’ needs when it comes to equipment rental.
Our fleet’s newest addition: The JCB 530-120 Telehandler/Telescopic Forklift
Due to the constant changes in most of the world’s industries, the need for heavy loads lifting equipment is changing as well.
The need for a piece of equipment that can unload heavy pallets, carry and lift them at unreachable heights for a standard forklift yet not so accessible for a mobile crane has increased.
After doing research about this particular piece of equipment and finding out about its versatility, we decided that we have to add one to our fleet to widen our services.
So, what is a Telehandler/Telescopic Forklift and what makes it a must-have?
A Telescopic Handler is a powerful piece of equipment that resembles a forklift and a crane combined.
It is mostly used in agriculture and construction, but also in other industries as well.
At a first glance, it may look like a machine that can lift heavy loads higher than a standard forklift but is much more than that.
The JCB 530-120 Telescopic Forklift: A powerful and versatile piece of equipment
Most people know the telescopic forklifts as “Manitou” which is the name of another company that produces them as well.
Manitou is JCB’s French competitor and has been founded in 1957 by Marcel Braud. The company expanded internationally, therefore most people referred to the telehandler as manitou.
The JCB 530-120 Telescopic Forklift is produced by an English company that manufactures high-speed farm tractors, backhoe loaders and telehandlers.
With a total weight of 9600 kg and equipped with sturdy wheels, the JCB 530-120 Telescopic Forklift is suitable for all types of terrain making it an all-terrain piece of equipment.
The JBC 530-120 Telehandler has a 107km engine rated power and comes with an extending boom that can go up 12m high.
What makes the JCB 530-120 Telehandler such a versatile piece of equipment?
When we mention the word Telehandler, most of us think about a forklift-like machine and that is its appearance.
But the telehandler’s forks are just an attachment from many other attachments. This is what makes it so versatile.
It can be used for a large variety of tasks and can adapt to all types of terrain. Down below are examples of different attachments that can be attached to the telehandler:
- Material bucket
- Crane jib
- Muck grab
- Pallet forks
- Hoist/Winch unit
- Man basket
- Box rotators
- Concrete skip
- Fence post drivers
- Sweeper/Brush
The most common attachment remains the pallet forks, which is why most of us think of this piece of equipment like a forklift combined with a crane.
Benefits of using a Telehandler on your project
Telehandlers are very popular on construction sites, but they can be used for a variety of tasks for different types of industries.
On-Road and Off-Road Driving
Equipped with the four-wheel-drive feature, they can easily move and transport loads on all types of terrain, making transportation across sites much easier.
Fast and efficient
Every company is looking for a piece of equipment that can help finish a task in a fast, safe and efficient manner.
Using a rental telehandler from a local equipment rental company on your project can bring great benefits to your business thanks to its versatility while saving you money on your labour budget as well.
Heavy load lifting capacity
From a few hundred kilograms to tones, the telescopic handler can lift and move around heavy and bulky loads easily.
Versatility
The telescopic handler is well known in the agricultural and construction industries due to its forks but can be used for so much more than that.
Here is one of many examples of where and how it can be used:
- It can be great for snow removal by attaching the material bucket at the end of the jib arm. There is no better piece of equipment for this type of job as the telehandler can both push and lift the snow.
Use in different types of industries
As mentioned earlier, the JCB 530-120 Telehandler is used in multiple types of industries.
From handling lifting and moving tasks during particular periods or seasons in the agricultural sector to being a favourite on construction sites due to its mobility on uneven surfaces.
Telehandler rental services form Kran
Regardless of the industry, renting a Telescopic Forklift can be a game-changer for your business needs.
Here at Kran, we specialize in telehandler and other equipment rentals. Whenever in need of one, our team can help you choose the right equipment suitable for your project.
Need to rent a telescopic telehandler today? Get in touch with us via our contact page with us and we’ll do our best to help you and meet your needs.
June 24, 2022
