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Discover Merlo's Stabilised Panoramic Range for the Construction Industry

Written by Merlo UK & Ireland | 3 February 2025

Reach, Precision, and Safety in Construction

Merlo’s Panoramic range of stabilised telehandlers offers six models, including the P40.12, P40.13, P40.14, and P40.17, each with a 4-tonlift capacity and lift heights of 12, 13, 14, or 17 metres. At the top of the range, the P50.18 delivers a 5-ton capacity with an 18-metre lift height. For compact sites, the P35.11 provides an agile, stabilised solution.

Compact Yet Stable

Mounted on the front axle, Merlo’s stabilisers maximise lifting performance, particularly on uneven ground. Their in-line design ensures they deploy within the machine’s width, maintaining a compact footprint ideal for restricted areas. Unlike conventional stabilisers, this setup provides greater flexibility, allowing precise load placement even on tight job sites.

Industry-Leading Standard Features

A key feature of the Panoramic range is chassis levelling, which uses front-axle hydraulics to level the machine before lifting. This ensures stability when placing loads on landing stages or scaffolding. When combined with stabilisers, it offers 10-degree tilt correction, compensating for an18-degree slope, further enhancing safety on uneven ground.

The boom side shift function, controlled via a joystick roller, allows the entire machine body to shift left or right on the front axle. This significantly increases movement at the boom head, making it easier to align pallets, position materials, or load trucks efficiently.

Platform-Ready for Maximum Safety

All Panoramic models can be specified as platform-ready, enhancing safety when using TreEmme (Merlo’s attachment range) personnel platforms. An additional locking pin prevents accidental detachment, while remote lift control from the platform enables precise positioning near buildings or scaffolding, reducing the risk of damage.

Operator Protection and Durability

Designed for safety, the FOPS II-certified cab features a reinforced windscreen guard and roof protection to shield operators from falling debris. Additionally, the cab is ROPS-rated and includes front, rear, and roof wipers for clear visibility in all conditions.

Powerful Engine and Efficient Transmission

The standard 75hp Kohler engine eliminates the need for DEF(Diesel Exhaust Fluid), offering a simpler emissions system. PLUS and TOP models feature a more powerful 116hp Perkins engine for increased performance.

All models include a 2-speed, 40kph hydrostatic transmission with Merlo’s EPD (ECO Power Drive) system, which reduced fuel consumption by up to 18%. EPD features a settable hand throttle, cruise control, and a self-accelerating joystick, which automatically adjusts the engine revs proportionally, enabling the operator to focus on the attachment and task at hand.

Advanced Safety with ASCS

Merlo’s Adaptive Stability Control System (ASCS) provides real-time load monitoring for maximum safety. Merlo's attachments integrate seamlessly, with automatic load chart selection and EN15000-certifiedcrane/winch sensors, ensuring optimal stability.

Ideal Choice

Merlo’s Panoramic telehandlers are the ideal choice for housebuilding and construction, offering exceptional reach, precision, and stability for tasks like lifting roof trusses, positioning pallets of bricks and blocks, and placing materials on scaffolding or rooftops. With lift heights of up to 18 metres, boom side shift, and chassis levelling, operators can accurately handle loads, even on uneven ground or in restricted-access sites. Combining advanced levelling technology, intelligent control systems, and industry-leading safety features, the Merlo Panoramic range delivers unmatched performance, delivering precision, power, and safety in high-reach material handling.

 

Contact us or visit the Merlo's Stabilised Telehandler Range page to find out more.

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