Differences Between Telehandler vs Forklift Rental?

Telehandler vs Forklift

Forklifts are one of the most powerful vehicles to lift and move materials over a short distance. Whether you need to move heavy loads in a warehouse or in a construction field and forklifts can safely lift objects humans cannot, making them indispensable on any job site. But did you know that Telehandler also serves the same purpose with more versatility? 

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For some people, telehandlers and forklifts seem to be the same, the only difference is the equipment name. While experts know the exact use of each piece of equipment, many inexperienced people cannot establish the differences between these two pieces of equipment.

If you are also not sure about the uses between a telehandler and a forklift, this confusion may lead to the selection of the wrong equipment that best fits your work. Hence, significantly cause you a great negative impact on your productivity and cost.  

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The 4 key differences between telehandler and forklift. 

1. Versatility

The main difference is the boom. Telehandlers feature telescopic arms that can lift loads and extend to adjust the maximum reaching and lifting height of the machine. Forklifts are less versatile than telehandlers, only able to lift a load vertically and the operator has to drive forwards or backward to lift loads. 

2. Outdoor Activity & Terrain

Both telehandler and forklift are suits used outdoor. For construction sites and rough terrain, telehandlers will give you greater stability and safer than a forklift due to telehandlers have a triangular footprint to remain stable in rocky terrain. Some models come with outriggers for further stability. Besides, telehandlers have a larger wheelbase, body, and apparatus that enables smooth movement on the delicate surfaces and longer distance transporter which forklift cannot reach. 

3. Space of Construction Site 

Forklifts are compact in size making, them quicker and easy to move. These making forklifts become an ideal solution in narrow space especially in warehouse or factories which require something smaller to maneuver around. Their small size provides warehouses with an array of functionalities to move loads across shelves, vehicles, and sites. Meanwhile, the telehandler is big in size and only suitable for outdoor use.

4. Capabilities & Functionalities

Generally, telehandlers have a higher reach out than forklifts, up to 30 or more feet. With a boom, the telehandler could perform lifting at about 70 degrees angle. This advantage becomes apparent in applications where it is not practical to position the machine next to the load or the desired landing zone. 

While forklifts only move up and down, telehandler has booms which can be attached with multiple arm attachments, telehandlers become an all-in-one solution for the different task at the construction site. 

The most common attachment is the fork carriage that transforms the telehandlers into a multi-functional machine capable of moving concrete blocks, pallets, steel bars, and others. Other attachments such as lifting jib, work platform, enable telehandler acting as mine crane and personal working platform, not only carrying heavy loads in awkward places.

Conclusion

Generally, if you are looking for the most versatile moving experience, telehandlers are the best choice. Telehandlers extend the traditional forklift in terms of mobility and are able to maneuver more effectively on uneven surfaces, making them an excellent choice for work in outdoor areas or construction sites.

On the other hand, if you are looking for simple functionality, narrow space, and portability, forklifts are the best choice, They are compact size, still quite versatile, easier to use, and can be acquired for a smaller initial investment. 

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