Telehandler rentals are a must for most job sites. Why? Because they are one of the most versatile pieces of equipment on the job site. From shifting pallets across the site, to bringing your supplies up to the third floor, to hoisting up that structural beam into one of the stairwell walls, it handles constant demand and still ends up on top.

That telehandler rental you are looking at may very well be the difference between timely success or untimely failure on your next project. That’s why we’ve written this quick-start guide to help you determine what you will need to look for in your next telehandler rental.

1. How high do you need to lift to?

Nothing is worse than attempting to lift your materials, only to find that you have maxed out your boom and are still out of reach. Determine beforehand the maximum heights you will need to reach, whether it’s the upper floors of the building or the top of the scaffolding. For reference, the vertical reach of most telehandlers ranges from 18 ft (5.4 m) such as the Genie GTH-5519, to upwards of 55 ft (16.8 m), which the JLG G10-55A reaches.

2. How far do you need to reach?

Reach in this sense refers to the forward horizontal distance between the telehandler forks, and the destination of materials to be placed. This forward reach is the genius of the telehandler, as it can place cargo in areas that would otherwise be utterly unreachable by any other piece of equipment on the job site, saving you time and effort.

3. How compact is your job site?

A tight turning radius might not mean too much on a well-spread job site but will make a world of difference on a compact one. Easy maneuverability will increase accessibility to more remote parts of the site and will allow you to work quickly with less risk of needing to navigate tight turnarounds.

4. How much do you need to lift?

Last and definitely not least, you need to consider how much weight you will be lifting. Error on the side of caution by being sure that the maximum weight capacity of your telehandler is at least slightly more than the weight of your heaviest load.

In summary, it is best to get a sense of the maximum height, cargo weight, horizontal reach, and turning radius that your next telehandler rental will need to perform. Consult the manufacturer’s pages for model specifics, and book yours here or give us a call if you have any questions! 1-800-674-1018