Telehandler 5,500 lbs

The 5,500 lb telehandler is a compact, all-terrain lifting machine built for construction crews, contractors, and agricultural operations that need serious reach without the overhead of a crane rental. Its telescopic boom extends up to 18 ft 4 in., allowing operators to lift and precisely place heavy loads onto rooftops, elevated decks, scaffolding, and truck beds, on terrain a standard forklift simply can’t handle. Rent Pro has this machine ready to go from locations in Gainesville FL, Ocala FL, Tallahassee FL, and Quitman GA.

Where This Machine Gets to Work

Unlike a warehouse forklift confined to smooth, level ground, this telehandler is purpose-built for demanding outdoor conditions. The extending boom lets operators reach over obstacles and deliver loads exactly where they’re needed, up, out, and into otherwise inaccessible positions.

Job Site Applications

• Framing & Roofing: Lift lumber, wall panels, trusses, and roofing materials to elevated levels on residential and commercial builds
• Agricultural Material Handling: Move hay bales, feed sacks, and bulk farm inputs across rough terrain where loaders can’t efficiently operate
• Loading & Unloading: Pull palletized materials off flatbeds and position them precisely on site without repositioning the machine
• Landscaping & Site Cleanup: Pair with a bucket attachment to move soil, rock, and debris with one machine

Rent the Right Machine for the Right Phase

Telehandler needs are usually project-phase specific, framing week, roofing day, material delivery window. Renting beats owning when usage is intermittent. Rent Pro offers both short-term equipment rentals and long-term equipment leasing so your rental matches your actual timeline, not a fixed contract.

If your project also requires earthmoving or grading, browse our earthmoving equipment. For work at height with a personnel platform, explore our aerial work platforms. Additional telehandler sizes are available in our full material handling equipment fleet.

FAQ

What is a telehandler used for?

Lifting, carrying, and precisely placing heavy materials on job sites, especially where height, rough terrain, or obstacles rule out a standard forklift.

What is the difference between a telehandler and a forklift? 

A telehandler has an extendable boom that reaches up and outward. A forklift only lifts vertically on flat surfaces and cannot handle rough terrain.

Do you need a license to operate a telehandler? 

OSHA requires operator certification (29 CFR 1926.602). No commercial driver’s license is needed, but training is mandatory before operation.

How much does it cost to rent a telehandler? 

Small telehandlers typically run $200–$500/day. Rate varies by machine size, rental duration, and location. Contact Rent Pro for current pricing.

Can a telehandler be used as a forklift? 

Yes. With pallet fork attachments, a telehandler handles forklift tasks, plus it can reach greater heights and operate on terrain a forklift cannot.

What is the lifting capacity of a telehandler? 

This unit is rated at 5,500 lbs. Capacity decreases as the boom extends, always consult the load chart for your specific lift scenario.