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A new generation of medium-capacity agricultural telehandlers is being introduced to the UK, with revisions aimed at improving operator access, visibility, comfort and safety.
The Generation III TF42.7 offers a 4.2t lifting capacity and 7m lift height, while the TF38.10 has a 3.8t capacity and extends to 10m.
Based on the existing TurboFarmer range, the new machines feature a series of changes intended to improve day-to-day operation, particularly for operators who spend long periods in the cab or repeatedly climb on and off the machine.
“The 4.2t, 7m sector represents one of the most significant markets within UK agriculture,” says Owen Buttle, national sales manager. “Every change we’ve made has been focused on improving the overall operator experience, from reducing vibration and improving visibility to making access easier and safer.”
Easier access
The cab access arrangement has been revised with wider, staggered steps and a new 50mm cut-out in the cab floor. The changes are designed to make entering and leaving easier, particularly during operations involving frequent mounting and dismounting.
New silent-block cab mountings are also fitted to reduce the transmission of noise and vibration into the cab.
Improved upward visibility
The redesigned FOPS Level 2 roof guard is intended to improve visibility when loading and stacking at height. The front roof bar has been raised by 30mm, while the protective plates have been repositioned vertically.
This provides a clearer upward view of the attachment and load when the boom is raised, helping operators maintain visibility during high-level handling work.
Revised engineering
Other changes include metal mudguards in place of the previous plastic units, together with a revised hydraulic distributor.
The chassis has also been extended by 30mm, increasing clearance between the tyres and chassis while contributing to improved robustness.
Both hydrostatic and CVTronic versions now use a 136hp Perkins engine. This standardises the power unit across the range, with the previous-generation CVTronic model using a different engine.
Updated stability system
The Adaptive Stability Control System (ASCS) has been revised to provide additional recovery movements during overload situations while maintaining the required safety parameters.
Attachment management has also been expanded, allowing attachments to be pre-programmed. This means operators can access the full ASCS functionality when using attachments from outside the manufacturer’s own range.
More model choice
TT versions are available alongside standard and CVTronic models. These combine frame levelling with boom side-shift, allowing operators to level the chassis on uneven ground and move the boom laterally without repositioning the machine.
The system can reduce manoeuvring when stacking bales, loading trailers or handling pallets, particularly in confined or uneven working areas.
UK availability
Two-speed hydrostatic models are available through the UK dealer network, while CVTronic versions are scheduled to become available from January 2027.
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