Yes, telehandlers are often referred to by several different names depending on the region, industry, or manufacturer. Here are some common alternative names for telehandlers, also known as reach forklifts:
🔧 Common Alternative Names for Telehandlers:
- Reach Forklift
- Telescopic Forklift
- Telescopic Handler
- Boom Forklift
- Telehandler Lift
- Extended Reach Forklift
- Rough Terrain Forklift (when designed for off-road use)
- Zoom Boom (colloquial term, especially in Canada and parts of the U.S.)
- All-Terrain Forklift
- Variable Reach Forklift
These names all refer to the same general type of machine: a versatile lifting device with a telescopic boom that can extend forward and upward, making it ideal for lifting materials to elevated locations on construction sites, farms, and industrial yards.