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Common Alternative Names for Telehandlers

Common Alternative Names for Telehandlers

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:

  1. Reach Forklift
  2. Telescopic Forklift
  3. Telescopic Handler
  4. Boom Forklift
  5. Telehandler Lift
  6. Extended Reach Forklift
  7. Rough Terrain Forklift (when designed for off-road use)
  8. Zoom Boom (colloquial term, especially in Canada and parts of the U.S.)
  9. All-Terrain Forklift
  10. 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.