Telehandler hire
Hire a telehandler for material handling on rough terrain and demanding outdoor areas. Combining the features of a forklift truck and boom lift on an all-terrain vehicle, they are ideal for use on outdoor worksites or large internal sites due to their size. Telehandlers can be used in a range of industries like construction, agriculture, recycling and waste management. With competitive rates and UK-wide delivery to your site, book telehandler hire today.
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Telehandler Hire
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Telescopic material handlers
What is a telehandler?
Telehandlers are ideal for material handling on rough terrain and demanding outdoor areas. They are hybrid machines that combine the features of a forklift truck and a boom lift or crane on an all-terrain vehicle. Telehandlers are primarily lift and place machines, but they offer so much versatility on site due to their high working load limit and extendable reach. These versatile machines are suitable for many different industries, such as construction, agriculture, waste and recycling, and more. They can move materials around a workplace, lift heavy loads on and off trucks, relocate loads on site, clear waste areas, and more.
Why use a telehandler
Telehandlers are so useful due to how adaptable they are. They can be used as a standard forklift, but as they also have telescopic booms, they offer excellent reach to areas with limited access, above obstructions, or at heights. Although the booms are usually equipped with a fork carriage as standard, they can be used with a range of different attachments, such as buckets or claws. While forklift prongs are ideal for carrying pallets, hay bales, concrete blocks, timber, pipework, and various packages, buckets can be used to handle rocks, rubble, earth, sand, water and waste. Telehandlers can also act as mini cranes. The boom can be attached to a jib, hook, or winch. Any of these attachments allow you to suspend loads or drop them into location.
Choosing the right telehandler to hire
Telehandler size guide
| Telehandler lift reach | Lift capacity | Best used for |
| 4m | 1t | Landscaping jobs |
| 6m | 2.5t | Building jobs |
| 9m | 3t | Roofing |
| 12m | 3.5t | Housebuilding |
| 14m | 3.5t | Commercial use |
| 17m | 4t | Large construction |
| 20m | 5t | Major construction |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to hire a telehandler?
The rate of a telescopic forklift rental can vary depending on the machine's working load limit and maximum reach. At National Tool Hire we work hard to ensure our hire rates are competitive.
Do I need any qualifications to operate a telehandler?
Yes, to be able to legally operate a telehandler you must have completed the relevant safety training and hold a recognised certification. This would involve attending a CPCS or NPORS Telescopic Handler training course.
What attachments are available for telehandlers?
One of the things that make telehandlers such versatile machines is the number of attachments available. Choose from pallet forks, buckets, work platforms, bale grabs, sweepers, augers and concrete mixers.
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