JLG has launched its new high-capacity 2733 Telehandler as a viable alternative to wheel loaders.

2733, with a capacity of 26,600 pounds, is the company’s tallest telehandler.

That’s about £10,000 more than the company’s previous highest-capacity model, 1732.

2733 has a maximum lift height of 33 feet and a maximum reach of 17 feet 7 inches, with a capacity of 8,000 pounds.

According to JLG, the telehandler will be used in industrial and large-scale commercial construction as well as in oil, gas, and wind power projects and above-ground mining.

It can load and unload trucks and trailers, as well as assist maintenance and repair personnel with equipment for large fleets.

2733 comes mated to a two-speed hydrostatic transmission.

The company claims that the optional ride control and boom float make the operation smooth on uneven terrain.

For tight Jobsite maneuvering, the Telehandler also has a class-leading outer turning radius.

The cab was designed to be spacious and provide better visibility to the operators. It also has a wrap-around dash and an intuitive joystick.

When the telehandler reaches its capacity limit, an automatic load stability indication system sends an alarm and a visual signal to the operator.

A sensor measures weight on the rear axle and a series of lights visible to the operator indicate load stability.

When load capacity is reached, red light lights up, an alarm sounds, and most hydraulic functions are disabled.

The only option left with the operator to achieve stability is to retract and raise the boom.

When the telehandler is steady again, the alarm goes off and the light turns orange.

While the red light is on and hydraulic functions are restricted, the operator may use the override switch to continue operating the telehandler.

JLG also offers SmartLoad technology as an alternative to 2733, which works in conjunction with a load stability indication system.

The telehandler can wirelessly recognize the attachment being used and display the load capacity chart for it.

The attachment’s location on the load chart is then displayed graphically in real-time on the display.

An electronic mirror on the operator’s right side is another useful option for 2733.

The mirror is made up of front and rear-facing cameras that show the operator their views.

News Source: ConstructionWorld