Manitou strenghtens its range of MLT all terrain telescopic lift trucks with Joystick
(06/06/2006)

Manitou has strenghtened its range of MLT all terrain telescopic lift trucks in the 7-meter category. Its key advantage is its 100% Manitou Joystick.

The great innovation is the integration of the Joystick, a 100% Manitou design, replacing the former lever. The lever is a major component in telescopic farm lift trucks since it truly is the continuation of the operator's arm. The advantage of this Joystick, and what makes all the difference, is the integration of the reverse gear. Forward, reverse or secure neutral can be selected by a switch.

With this Joystick the truck-driver has his left hand completely free for steering, whilst his right hand can focus on boom functioning and travelling. In the case of a Powershift gear box, the driver will be able to change into all gears using the Joystick. This is not simply a user-friendly modification but a real functional improvement enabling the farmer to improve his work efficiency.

MLT 735 presents one of the lowest weight/power ratios in its category, which makes it a rapid machine with really dynamic behaviour. The wheelbase gives great stability to the machine.

This model offers the possibility of using a 2500-litre bucket. LSU technology combines pump with variable-power pistons connected to an intelligent distributor (the DDIC: Division du Débit Indépendamment de la Charge manutentionnée – Division of Output Independent of Load Handled) optimising maximum output at 150 litres/minute. This system enables the execution of 2, 3 or 4 perfectly balanced simultaneous movements.