Manitou launches world's largest telehandler

Manitou has introduced what it describes as the world's highest capcity telehandler.

The 35 tonne capacity MHT-X 14350 was joined by three new flameproof mining machines at the Johannesburg Electra Mining exhibition in South Africa.

"With a nominal lift capacity of 35 tons on its 14 m duplex turret, the Manitou MHT-X 14350 will deliver an unprecedented level of mobile handling capacity to surface mining, heavy and general logistics industries," said Jean-Philippe Herel, product line manager.

Designed with an emphasis on size for increased productivity in increasingly heavy load handling requirements, the MHT-X 14350 is described as a robust rough terrain, all-purpose vehicle with a focus on handling capabilities, safety and operator comfort.

The model features a 7.2 litre, 240 kW Mercedes-Benz engine delivering 1,300 Nm to cater for the mining and heavy industrial sectors with their large conveyor belt reels, tyre assemblies, wheel motors and granite blocks.

A full range of dedicated attachments, such as cages, winches, jibs, forks, clamps and buckets, among others, have also been developed for the machine.

Turning to the other new products at the show; the Manitou Scaler enables operators to scale hard and soft rock from secure areas on its 7 m, 180° rotational turret, either from within its fully-enclosed cab, or from up to 20 m away via remote control for maximum safety.

The RoofBolter is an automated drill and bolt rig that offers manoeuvrability in confined soft and hard rock hanging walls as low as 1.8 m, while the ManiTrax Tow Tractor, used for hauling, towing and transporting purposes, is designed with full four-wheel and crab steering in confined underground spaces.

Manitou Group's subsidiary Manitou Southern Africa was presenting the products at the Johannesburg Electra Mining show, 15-19 September 2014.