Designed specifically for the demands of tough agricultural and construction applications, the LM732 and LM740 Series telehandlers feature rugged construction and increased durability. Designed with side engines, plus increased lift capacity and lift height, LM Series telehandlers combine the vertical lift of a forklift, the strength and speed of a wheel loader, and the manoeuvrability of a skid steer, all in one dynamic machine.

LM telehandlers provide an innovative, one-machine solution for moving massive amounts of material fast. Two models feature increased lifting performance, with a maximum lift capacity up to 3200kg and 4000kg and a lift height up to 7.1m. The agility and reach allow the operator to do things that skid steers, tractors, wheel loaders and forklifts can’t.

Side-engine design provides makes LM telehandlers well-balanced, more stable, faster, and ultimately more productive. The side-engine design greatly improves visibility to the right and rear of the machine, which are traditionally blind spots for telehandler operators. When it comes to service, simplicity is built into the design with oil changes at 500 hour intervals and easy access to key engine components.

The range is also engineered to suit New Zealand’s rugged working conditions. New Holland has increased the size of the cooling system surface area to prevent overheating and ensure continuous cycling even in hot, dusty conditions. On the LM732 and LM740 models, the cooler pack surface areas are much greater than the previous models, and an optional reversing fan to keep the coolers clear is available.

The larger, more spacious cab is designed for operator comfort with low noise levels and outstanding visibility. The cab is rounded with a huge glass area and a large roof window that provides a view to the load in the raised position. The cab has grouped controls, a seatmounted joystick, and standard high-capacity heating and air conditioning for maximum operator comfort.

All LM models offer superior engine power and torque, increased capacity, greater lift heights and a hydraulic performance, superior to many of the competition machines. These increases can be fully exploited thanks to a combination of unique New Holland LM design features. These include the patented driveline and corner-to-corner wheelbase chassis to ensure the extra engine power and enhanced lift and reach capacities provide genuine productivity.

Both LM732 and LM740 are specified with a four-speed 40kph PowerShift transmission. The Powershift transmission allows the operator to shift between ratios quickly, and is well suited to applications that can include road work, loading bales in the field and fast re-handling. There is a wide range of telehandlers to suit the majority of operator requirements and are available in New Zealand through the New Holland dealer network. LM models are: