Genie’s new short-stick telehandlers bring versatility to the rental market
The GTH-1244 and GTH-1044 telescopic handlers are designed for pick-and-carry operations
Genie recently expanded its family of telescopic handlers with the addition of two shorter boom, high-capacity models. The GTH-1244 and GTH-1044 are designed with improved load charts and new features, making them effective for pick-and-carry applications.
Lowered weight allows for reduced maintenance costs
The two new boom handlers have the same load chart capacities incorporated in their design with one less section. Eliminating the weight of the boom section allows for other design changes that can reduce maintenance costs.
Other features include:
- A single master and lift cylinder extends and retracts the boom, compared with two cylinders found on competing models. Hydraulic hoses are routed away from sharp edges and the flexible hoses are encased in a protective wrap to prevent wear.
- Both models come standard with a 74-hp DEF-free engine that can help eliminate service costs associated with DEF filters or regeneration.
- Electronics can be sensitive and expensive to repair. A redesigned gauge cluster comes with an IP67 seal and thicker housing, preventing exposure to dust and moisture.
- Standard foam-filled Enduro A/T tires with improved tread design are long-lasting.
- A large overlap of parts in the full telehandler line reduces parts inventory and simplifies maintenance.
Updates on the new models
The GTH-1244 and the GTH-1044 offer efficient handling of loads without the need for extra stabilizers.
Several intentional features are designed to support high-cycle load handling. The 74-hp engine delivers a high power-to-weight ratio, ensuring fast drive speeds, and the drivetrain has front and rear limited slip differentials as standard, improving traction through rough terrain. Genie's limited slip differentials increase machine power and speed by utilizing engine power more efficiently and reducing stress on tires and axle shafts.
Operators have 360-degree visibility of all four tires, while a single, multi-functional joystick results in half as many hand movements required to position the loads. Also, operators can make load adjustments at full height without locking the rear axle.
A heavy-duty lifting shackle comes standard for added convenience when lifting unpalletized materials. A variety of accessories - rotating and swing fork carriages, side shift and fork positioner carriages, and truss and bucket - can be used across several other models in Genie's lineup.
Machines built for rental contractors
The GTH-1244 and the GTH-1044 complement existing telehandler fleets by providing rental companies with the ability to differentiate equipment by application, allowing the contractor to increase utilization.
"These short-stick telehandlers are ideal for rental fleets looking to diversify their product offering, or for specialty rental companies serving customers in industrial maintenance, energy, and steel erection. This improves costs while delivering capacity and productivity to maximize ROI," said Amalija Kopac, senior global product manager.
