JCB is expanding its rotating telehandler range with the new 21-metre lift height 558-210R PRO and 26-metre lift 558-260R PRO models.
The manufacturer explained the machines feature increased lift capacity, a higher standard specification, a range of new options and attachments, plus a three-year warranty.
Key features include a 300kg boost to 5,800kg maximum lift capacity; standard safety pack with side and rear cameras and a white noise reversing alarm; new radio control system with real-time load parameter display; and standard heated air suspension seat and air conditioning.
A hardened slew ring has been added to cope with the increased weight capacity. A revised colour scheme mirrors other PRO models in the line-up. There is also a vision pack of LED amber beacon and LED working lights on the cab and boom, along with a storage pack that includes a front chain box and a side toolbox.
Both models are powered by Stage V-compliant JCB Dieselmax engines delivering 112kW (150hp). This drives through a Bosch Rexroth two-speed hydrostatic transmission, delivering a top speed of 40km/h. The machines feature individually configurable X-style outriggers with one-touch deployment and retraction and the rotary telehandlers have +/- 8° degrees of chassis levelling capability.
JCB explained a variable displacement hydraulic pump with proportional servo electric joysticks provides fingertip control to the operator and the two machines come with an Autec remote control system, offering full remote control of all hydraulic functions. The control system has a display screen, showing real-time operating information.
A Clearview carriage with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) attachment recognition is designed to make it easier for operators to change between attachments. The machines are available with 5.8-tonne capacity forks, with a 5.5-tonne winch and a two-tonne capacity 2m jib winch. Attachments include a 5.5-tonne carriage-mounted hook and a 5.5-tonne capacity reduced height jib. The two telehandlers can also be used with a one-tonne capacity, 2.4×4.4m access platform, or with a 400kg capacity 4m extension jib. If required, operators can work the machines with a 0.9m³ bucket or with 1.7-tonne capacity rotating forks.
