Liebherr will shortly unveil a new range of telehandlers for next year. It is expected that these machines will also be offered in Claas branding – for farmers and agricultural contractors.
Back in 2015 – two years ago – Claas and Liebherr both announced their intention to partner together, in a deal which would see Liebherr supply telescopic handlers to Claas.
At that time, Claas also announced that it was winding down its existing agreement with Kramer; Kramer had been supplying telescopic handlers to Claas (for subsequent sale as Claas-branded machines) since 2005.
Also Read: A Claas loading shovel for your silage pit – courtesy of Liebherr?In any case, the new telescopic handlers for 2018 will reportedly come with lift heights ranging from 6m to 10m.
There will be eight new models, split into two different ranges. The higher-spec units will apparently be known as ‘S’ models. Their lower-spec (and lower-priced) counterparts will be known as ‘T’ versions.
Early on, expect to see three 7m models (the largest of which is capable of lifting up to 4.1t). Also expect to see one 6m model (3.5t), along with a single 10m offering (3.3t).
All machines, whether in Liebherr or Claas colours/liveries, will be manufactured at Liebherr’s factory in Telfs, Austria.
Two further 7m models (capable of lifting up to 5.5t) are expected to come on stream later in 2018. Eventually, a 9m model (6t) will join the line-up.
All machines will be fitted with Deutz engines – either a 3.6L unit (74kW or 100kW) or a 4.1L version (115kW). Top road speed, for all models, is 40kph.
