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Innovation That Elevates Performance, Precision & Safety

Written by Merlo UK & Ireland | 23 October 2025

A Range Built for Serious Work 

In modern construction, efficiency is everything—and machines that combine reach, stability and intelligent control have become essential on today’s job sites. Merlo’s Panoramic telehandler range embodies this perfectly. Designed to excel where precision matters and safety can’t be compromised, the Panoramic line blends innovative engineering with operatorfocused technology to deliver outstanding performance across every project.

The Panoramic lineup offers a solution for every highreach handling task. With six core models, including the P40.12, P40.13, P40.14 and P40.17, operators benefit from a 4tonne lift capacity and lift height options from 12 to 17 metres .

For heavier lifting, the P50.18 steps up with a 5tonne capacity and an impressive 18metre lift height. And for sites where space is restricted, the compact P35.11 delivers stabilised, highprecision performance without compromising manoeuvrability.

This breadth of choice makes the Panoramic range a versatile solution for housebuilding, commercial construction, roofing, cladding, industrial projects and every task where stability at height is essential.

Compact Stability: The Merlo Advantage
One of the standout innovations of the Panoramic range is its in-line stabiliser design. Located alongside the front axle and extending within the machine’s overall width, these stabilisers maintain a compact footprint—ideal for tight urban jobs and congested sites.

This design doesn’t just save space; it supports exceptional lifting stability, even on uneven ground. Operators can set the machine confidently and position loads accurately in areas where standard handlers would struggle.

Built-In Accuracy: Chassis Levelling & Boom Side Shift
Precision is a defining Merlo strength, and the Panoramic range takes this to the next level. Every model includes:

  • Automatic chassis levelling that adjusts the front axle before lifting

  • Up to 10° of tilt correction when stabilisers are deployed—equivalent to compensating for an 18° slope

  • Boom side shift, controlled effortlessly via a joystick roller

These technologies allow operators to make fine adjustments without repositioning the machine—ideal when placing loads on scaffolding, loading materials, or positioning pallets at height.

Platform‑Ready, With Safety at the Core
For safe working at height, Panoramic models are available as platform-ready units compatible with Merlo’s TreEmme personnel baskets.

Key safety features include:

  • A mechanical locking pin to prevent accidental detachment

  • Remote lift controls from the platform

  • Smooth, precise positioning close to structures

This keeps operators safe while reducing the risk of accidental contact or material damage.

A Cab Designed Around Operator Protection
Merlo’s Panoramic cab sets high standards for comfort and protection. It’s:

  • ROPS/FOPS II‑certified

  • Built with reinforced glass

  • Equipped with a windscreen guard and overhead protection

  • Fitted with wipers on the front, rear and roof for allweather visibility

These features work together to keep operators safe, secure and productive - particularly on busy construction sites.

Power, Efficiency and Control

Under the bonnet, the Panoramic range offers engine options tailored to different site demands:

  • 75hp Kohler engines on standard models—no DEF required

  • 116hp Perkins engines on PLUS and TOP versions

All models benefit from Merlo’s:

  • 2‑speed hydrostatic transmission (33kph on standard, 40kph on PLUS)

  • ECO Power Drive (EPD) system, reducing fuel consumption by up to 18%

  • Programmable hand throttle, cruise control and self‑accelerating joystick

These smart systems ensure smooth, efficient operation while supporting fuelsaving performance across a full working day.

Intelligent Safety: Adaptive Stability Control
Merlo’s ASCS (Adaptive Stability Control System) is another example of innovation driving safer operation. The system continuously monitors load conditions in real time, helping operators work confidently within safe limits.

TreEmme attachments are automatically recognised, and EN15000 compliant sensors enhance crane and winch handling - perfect for highreach precision work.

Designed for the Demands of Modern Construction
From positioning roof trusses to placing brick packs on upper floors or lifting materials into steel frames, the Panoramic range is purposebuilt for the realworld demands of construction. The combination of reach, stability, accuracy and smart safety systems sets these telehandlers apart in a competitive market.

Merlo’s Panoramic telehandlers are more than machines—they’re a showcase of engineering innovation, designed to deliver safe, confident and precise performance on every job.

 

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