Lift and Access November-December 2026 | Page 6

Hiab has introduced two MOFFETT truck-mounted forklifts for North America, the M8 65.3P NX2 and M8 65.4P NX2, with a rated lifting capacity of 6,500 pounds.

The new models increase capacity from 5,500 pounds to 6,500 pounds without adding to unladen transport weight, according to Hiab. The forklifts are available in 2-Way, three-wheel directional drive, and 4-Way, crab-mode directional drive configurations.

Both models use MOFFETT’ s Lift Assist system, which allows operators to extend up to 5,500 pounds across the full width of a truck or trailer bed at heights of up to 8 feet. The system is designed for single-side offloading without repositioning the transport vehicle.

The NX2 platform includes a high-visibility Class III fork carriage, redesigned protective grille, and 360-degree strobe beacons. SideMount + controls are positioned for curbside access, allowing operators to mount, dismount, and operate the controls away from live traffic lanes.

A 3.5-inch multifunctional color display provides information on tilt angles, fuel levels, and engine status. The forklifts also have an integrated CAN bus gateway that transmits operational data to cloud platforms through the MyHiab app and HiConnect network.

The system provides information for maintenance tracking and asset monitoring, according to Hiab.

The M8 models are powered by a 59-horsepower, 44-kilowatt Rehlko KDI 1903 Turbo diesel engine and include EasyService wide-access doors for routine maintenance.

The MOFFETT M8 65.3P NX2 and M8 65.4P NX2 are available to order immediately through Hiab’ s North American dealer network.

Manitou Group has introduced the MRT 4080, a five-section boom rotating telehandler that provides a 131-foot, 3-inch( 40-meter) lifting height.

The machine is the largest“ High Lift” model in Manitou’ s current MRT Vision + rotating telehandler offering. It provides up to 17,630 pounds( 8,000 kilograms) of lifting capacity and has a maximum outreach of 88 feet.

The MRT 4080 can operate as a telehandler, mobile crane, and aerial work platform. Its adjustable stabilization and ground clearance are designed for setup on restricted and all-terrain worksites.

Manitou’ s Telescopic Boom Management system uses hydraulic and electronic controls to independently and automatically control the boom sections.

The machine also has 360-degree turret rotation and cab visibility that allow operators to perform operations without repositioning the machine.

A 155-kilowatt( 211-horsepower) Yanmar Stage V engine powers the MRT 4080. Its standard Stop and Start function shuts down the engine and associated hour meter when the machine is idling without hydraulic activity or movement, based on a set time. The engine restarts when the operator interacts with the joystick or throttle pedal.

The Manitou Safety System is a load indicating and limiting device. The MRT 4080 also has the Manitou E-RECO attachment recognition system, which automatically sets the correct load charts.

A remote control displays load moment limits while the operator is outside the cab. The machine’ s Hydrostatic CVT Transmission automatically adapts and limits travel speed based on the attachment and live load weight.

Available attachments include an extension jib with winch, floating fork carriage, variable speed winch, standard winch, and a slewing extendible platform with winch.

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