Manitou Releases New MRT 4080 Rotating Telehandler

The new heavy-duty machine reaches 131 feet and replaces the MRT 3570 in the company lineup.

Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Trucks

A large industrial yellow rotating telehandler with an extended telescopic boom in an open construction site.
Manitou Group has launched the MRT 4080 rotating telehandler, a heavy-duty machine capable of lifting over 17,000 pounds on construction sites. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Manitou Group has introduced the MRT 4080, a new rotating telehandler capable of lifting up to 17,630 pounds. The unit is designed to function as an aerial work platform, mobile crane, or telehandler.

Why it matters

The introduction of the MRT 4080 provides operators with increased reach and capacity, replacing the previous MRT 3570 model. Its specialized automation features and emissions-compliant engine aim to improve efficiency on heavy-duty job sites.

The MRT 4080 reaches a maximum height of 131 feet 3 inches with an outreach of 88 feet. It is powered by a 211-horsepower Yanmar diesel engine and features five independently controlled boom sections.

The players

Manitou Group

Manitou Group is a global manufacturer specializing in material handling equipment, including telehandlers and aerial work platforms.

Yanmar

Yanmar is a major manufacturer of diesel engines used across the agricultural, marine, and construction equipment industries.

The details

The machine features 360-degree turret rotation and a Telescopic Boom Management system that automates boom section movement. To conserve fuel, a Stop and Start function automatically powers down the engine during idle periods.

Timeline

  1. The MRT 4080 telehandler was released on October 16, 2026.

Roadmap

The release of the MRT 4080 demonstrates a continued focus on increasing lifting heights and capacities in the rotating telehandler segment. By integrating advanced boom automation, Manitou positions itself to better compete with specialized mobile crane manufacturers.

Operators can expect improved site versatility as the machine transitions between functions like lifting and crane work. The automated Stop and Start feature will likely reduce fuel consumption for contractors during standard job site operation.

The takeaway

The MRT 4080 represents a significant update to reach and capacity capabilities for heavy construction projects. Fleet managers should evaluate how the new five-section boom automation could streamline their specific lifting workflows.

Further reading

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Source note: This article includes information reported by Equipment World.

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