Manitou and Deutz have joined forces and introduced two prototype telehandlers
A new team player for electric construction machinery has emerged onto the market with a prototype telehandler. Manitou and Deutz have joined forces and introduced two prototype telehandlers: one as a hybrid, and another a full electric system machine, to meet increasing demand for such vehicles. This is the first time Deutz has incorporated prototype electric drives into Manitou equipment, and as a result the Manitou MT 1135 has been launched as a prototype. Deutz says it has provided a modular product portfolio for electric drives, which enables customers to choose the combination of combustion engine, electric motor, battery and power electronics that is best suited to their needs. And should the customer require it, a pure electric drive system is also available on request. Ma...