Manitou launchs the new MTA 519 compact telehandler

Manitou Group launched the new MTA 519 compact telehandler at the ARA Show, the world’s largest equipment rental event.

Manitou Group, a world reference in the handling, aerial work platform and earth moving sectors, expanded its range of telehandlers dedicated to the North American market with the launch of a new compact model at the ARA Show, the world’s largest equipment rental event. Other ranges will also be represented, with new MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform) and compact loaders.

Almost a year after the launch of a new range of telehandlers at the Conexpo show, Manitou Group is expanding its range with a new, incredibly compact model, the Manitou MTA 519, also available under the Gehl brand as Gehl TH5-19. With a height of just 6 feet 4 inches and a width of 5 feet 11 inches, this telehandler can be easily transported to different job sites, with slinging points located at the front and rear of the machine. Its compact design makes the MTA 519 highly maneuverable in confined spaces, such as basements, city centers or through garage doors, with a turning radius of just 10 feet 10 inches. The MTA 519 is now equipped with a universal skid-steer quick attach system that is supported with a full power ground engaging telescopic boom. Equipped with a hydrostatic transmission, this new model, though compact, ensures a high level of performance, with a maximum load capacity of up to 5,500 lbs. and a maximum working height of 19 feet 1 inch. Its outreach of up to 11 feet 2 inches is ideal for loading and unloading materials on the second floor of a house, particularly during renovation work. The ground clearance of 13 inches allows the MTA 519 to be used on all types of terrain.

The MTA 519 has been designed to meet the needs of as many users as possible. Access to the cab is simple and step-free for ease of access. Once inside, the operator benefits from an ergonomic dashboard and excellent visibility. A single joystick in the cab simplifies boom operations, making it easier to operate the machine. Because the attachment system is a universal skid-steer mount, the MTA 519 can be used with a very wide range of attachments. This allows rental companies to reuse attachments that work with their loader ranges. An automatic parking brake is also standard on the MTA 519. Components are easy to access, so users can carry out maintenance operations with greater ease, thus reducing the total cost of ownership.

In addition to the new MTA 519, Manitou Group offers seven models launched in 2023, available under the Manitou (MTA range) and Gehl (TH range) brands. Manufactured at the Yankton facility in South Dakota, the new telehandler series is designed to meet the needs of the construction and rental markets in North America. This range offers a lifting height of 19 to 55 feet, and lifting capacities of 5,500 to 12,000 lbs. The new design also offers improved visibility, enhanced comfort and performance, and a lower total cost of ownership.

The design has been completely redesigned with a new cab, providing enhanced comfort and better visibility around the machine and on the attachment. Noise pollution is greatly reduced to less than 80 dBA inside the cab. In the driver’s cab, an intuitive dashboard provides operating and maintenance alerts, and the All-in-one Joystick allows fingertip control of every function. For enhanced comfort and safety, this range also features an automatic parking brake. Steve Kiskunas, Product Manager for the MTA telehandler range, explains, “We can now offer a complete new range of telehandlers for our rental customers, from 5,500 lbs. to 12,000 lbs. and offer lifting heights of 19 feet to 55 feet. This enables us to meet the many needs of the construction and events sectors. Our products are particularly robust, and bring a high level of performance to our users.”

Manitou Group has also worked on reducing TCO with more robust components for better residual value. Design innovations have also been introduced, including easier access to the engine, reducing preventive maintenance costs by 8.7% compared to the previous range