JLG expands telehandlers offering

JLG Industries Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company based in McConnellsburg, Pennsylvania, has expanded its offering of telehandler models. The three new rotating telehandler models, the R1370, R1385 and R11100 have capacities from 11,000 to 13,000 pounds and maximum reach heights of 67 to 97 feet.   

The company says due to these machines' 3-in-1 capabilities, including a traditional telehandler, mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) and rough terrain crane, they offer both horizontal and vertical lift-and-place capabilities.  

“Rotating telehandlers have long been popular across Europe,” says Rogerio Dos Santos, vice president of engineering. “With the global megatrend towards urbanization, we are seeing an increased need for these types of machines in the United States.”  

Dos Santos says that the telehandlers can handle narrow streets and taller buildings with less open space in them. He says the rotating telehandlers offer the ability to place the machine in a fixed position and reach multiple areas of the site, which means less repositioning and a reduction in machine traffic.  

The company says the JLG models have nearly identical base configurations, though the R1370 and R1385 have 4-section booms, while the R11100 has a 5-section boom. All boom sections, regardless of model, are cylinder- and chain-driven to support higher reach and greater lift capacity.   

The 360-degree continuous rotation of the upper frame on these models enables both horizontal and vertical lift-and-place capabilities, adding a new layer of functionality where it’s difficult to maneuver a traditional telehandler. Since JLG rotating telehandlers are often operated in place, these models come with front and rear scissor-style outriggers with automatic leveling jacks, which enable the operator to position the machine and then level the frame up to 6 degrees to compensate for uneven terrain.   

The R1370 comes with a Perkins 134-hp diesel engine, while the R1385 and R11100 are equipped with 168-horsepower FPT diesel engines. All models feature a 2-speed, stop-to-shift hydrostatic transmission that delivers a smoother ride over uneven terrain. Foam-filled tires come standard on all models. Air-filled tires are optional in two different treads.  

JLG rotating telehandlers are available with 13 specialized attachments, allowing them to perform a wide range of work. Popular attachments include work platforms, crane jibs and winches, standard and rotating carriages, forks, buckets, truss booms and coupler-mounted hooks.  

Standard and continuous auxiliary hydraulics come on all JLG rotating telehandler models with optional dual-auxiliary hydraulics available to power multifunction attachments. A hydraulic coupler is also available to improve efficiency when switching between attachments.   

To view a product walkaround of the new JLG R1370, R1385 and R11100 rotating telehandler models, click here. For additional information on the JLG rotating telehandler line, click here. 

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