30.10.2018

New Manitou/Gehl telehandlers

Manitou has unveiled two new telehandlers at its annual North American dealer meeting at its facility in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.

Around 300 Manitou distributors attended the event, where Manitou, Gehl and Mustang machines, including telehandlers and aerial lifts were on display. New products included the two tonne/4,2 metre Gehl RS4-14, the company’s smallest telehandler. Overall width is 1.52 metres and overall height is 1.9 metres. It was shown alongside the six metre/2,300kg MLT 630 ag – aimed at the agricultural market with a forward reach of 3.32 metres. Both models will be available for shipment later this quarter.
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A visitor inspects the Gehl RS4-14 compact telehandler

Manitou North America chief executive Mark Hanson said: “This is an exciting time at Manitou North America as we pursue new market opportunities and focus on strengthening our products, services and customer support. Our annual dealer meeting provides a really great opportunity to come together with our customers, listen and learn from each other, and plan for the future.”
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There were around 300 distributors at the event