Manitou Group is presenting a spread of latest merchandise at ConExpo, with a give attention to electrification and the growth of its compact loader providing for the North American market. The launches are underpinned by the corporate’s Carry 2030 roadmap, which centres on evolving buyer necessities.
5 new large-frame skid steer and observe loader fashions at the moment are out there for the North American market, with first deliveries scheduled throughout March. Manufactured in Madison, South Dakota, the vary options rated working capacities from 3,250lbs to three,600lbs and represents a complete redesign of the phase. The lineup consists of three skid steer loaders out there beneath the Gehl and Manitou manufacturers, and two observe loaders additionally out there beneath each manufacturers.
The machines supply bucket breakout pressure of as much as 47.3lbf and a hinge pin peak of as much as 11ft, and utilise vertical carry linkage engineered for truck loading and materials dealing with. The hydraulic system options load-sensing expertise that optimises gasoline consumption and energy supply, with normal auxiliary circulation of as much as 25gpm and excessive circulation of as much as 40gpm.
“The chassis, construction, and inherent robustness of those fashions enable operators to carry, carry, and place heavy hundreds with whole confidence. When mixed with our hydraulic efficiency, the result’s an especially environment friendly machine that may be a pleasure to function,” says Nathan Ryan, compact loader product supervisor at Manitou Group.
The operator surroundings has been up to date with a extra spacious cab, a brand new 7-inch color show, a backlit keypad and intuitive controls. The Hydraglide journey management system is now normal, and the carry arm design gives improved visibility and hydraulic hose safety. Connectivity is supplied through the myManitou and myGehl cell apps for operational monitoring and fleet administration. The Gehl V335 skid steer loader and the Manitou 3600 VT observe loader signify the phase at ConExpo.
The three skid steer fashions — the Gehl V325 (Manitou 3250 V), Gehl V335 (Manitou 3350 V) and Gehl V360 (Manitou 3600 V) — weigh 9,100lbs/4.1t, 9,835lbs/4.4t and 10,320lbs/4.7t respectively. Rated working capacities at 50% are 3,250lbs/1.5t, 3,550lbs/1.6t and three,600lbs/1.7t, with energy outputs of 72HP/53.7kW, 99.8HP/74.4kW and 114HP/85kW. Excessive-flow hydraulic output on the V325 is 34GPM/128.7L/min, rising to 40GPM/151.4L/min on each the V335 and V360.
The 2 observe loader fashions — the Gehl VT335 (Manitou 3350 VT) and Gehl VT360 (Manitou 3600 VT) — weigh 11,840lbs/5.3t and 12,160lbs/5.5t respectively. Rated working capacities at 35% are 3,350lbs/1.5t and three,600lbs/1.6t, with each fashions producing 40GPM/151.4L/min of high-flow hydraulic output. Energy outputs are 99.8HP/74.4kW and 114HP/85kW.
Additionally on present is the MTA 519 e, an all-electric telehandler designed solely for the North American market. The machine operates on a 33kWh lithium-ion battery that may be partially charged, and provides a lifting peak of 19ft 1in with a capability of 5,500lbs. Autonomy extends to as much as 5 hours of steady operation, and the producer states that the configuration reduces upkeep prices by 56% in comparison with inside combustion equivalents. The mannequin includes a new cab, a specialised joystick and a common skid steer connection for attachments. First deliveries are anticipated in the direction of the top of Q2 2026.
Manufactured in France, the MTA 519 e is transported to the USA through the Neoliner, described because the world’s largest crusing cargo ship, working between Nantes, France, and the Port of Baltimore, Maryland. The vessel makes use of wind power and reduces carbon emissions by as much as 80% in comparison with typical vessels.
Manitou Group’s LIFT 2030 roadmap targets electrical machines representing 28% of whole gross sales by 2030. At ConExpo, the corporate can be showcasing 4 all-electric aerial work platform fashions — three scissor lifts and one vertical mast carry — with platform heights starting from 19 to 32ft 2in.
The MRT 2660 e hybrid rotating telehandler can be on show, providing a lifting peak of as much as 85ft and a most load capability of 13,200lbs. The mannequin will be configured with an extra battery for prolonged 8-hour shifts or an E-Xtra generator for steady hybrid operation.
“The flexibility to work in tight areas, mixed with a compact footprint, permits us to supply a 131-foot carry peak mannequin that is still easy to function and arrange,” says Carlo Alberto Razzoli, international product supervisor for rotative telehandlers at Manitou Group. Preliminary deliveries for the high-reach mannequin are scheduled to start in This fall 2026.
For the North American market, the MTA 842 telehandler has undergone a whole redesign with the first goal of decreasing the full value of possession by 8.7% in comparison with the earlier model. The mannequin provides simplified engine entry, simpler cab entry through the Straightforward-step system and enhanced operator visibility. Its major functions embrace normal building and duties requiring exact materials placement, with a most carry capability of 8,000lbs and a carry peak of 42ft.
The group additionally presents the MRT 4070, the flagship of its Imaginative and prescient+ rotating telehandler vary. The mannequin reaches a carry peak of 131ft with a most carry capability of 15,400lbs and a horizontal outreach of as much as 88ft. It’s powered by a 211hp engine and includes a constantly variable transmission for seamless energy supply. Functions embrace industrial building, upkeep and renovation, masonry, roofing, and each wooden and metal framing.
“The strategic investments our group has made in our American services lately present us with the manufacturing capability wanted to help the rollout of our new compact loader and telehandler ranges. This scale permits us to satisfy surging market demand whereas elevating the shopper expertise. The brand new line-ups showcased at ConExpo are a testomony to Manitou Group’s progressive edge and our dedication to delivering options particularly engineered for the North American market,” says Brad Boehler, president of the North American area at Manitou Group.
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