JCB’s new teleskid has now arrived in Australia – an innovative combination of a telehandler and a skid steer
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| The JCB Teleskid is making its long-awaited debut in Australia |
Described as the world’s first and only skid steer loader and compact track loader with a telescoping boom, the Teleskid is now available to order in Australia through local JAB CEA dealers and comes in wheeled and tracked configurations.
JCB says the Teleskid is a versatile and robust machine, combining the components of a range of machines to perform the productivity of a forklift, telehandler, compact loader and skid steer all in one.
The Teleskid features 4m of vertical reach and a forward reach of 2.5m, meaning it can access areas often not possible by traditional ski steer loaders. Operators can now reach out and grab trees or branches or dig below ground for up to 90cm as a result of the unique versatility of the Teleskid.
The Teleskid’s can lift 1,676kg with the boom retracted or 732kg with the boom fully extended.
“The JCB Teleskid is a great option for the conventional constructional market, but there are also so many other applications the machine can be used for,” JCB says.
“The lift capabilities of the Teleskid provide a range of benefits for users. Operators can easily load high sided truck bodies without needing a ramp, or over the top of structures, such as fencing.”
Side door cabin access is another feature, meaning operators can get in and out of the machine safely and quicker than other traditional skid steers on the market.
Inside the cab, operators can enjoy 60 per cent more visibility thanks to a new cabin design including the large front windshield that offers 270-degrees of visibility from inside. The windshield can be easily removed for a quick exit in case of emergency while the recessed rear door also provides increased protection from damage.