31.03.2011

Two new telehandlers from Ausa

Spanish manufacturer Ausa is launching two new telescopic handlers at next week’s Smopyc exhibition.

The 3,000kg/seven metre T 307 H and the 1,350kg/four metre compact T 144 H. Ausa says that these two models complete its Taurulift telehandler range which now extends to six models with lift capacities of up to 3,500kg and lift heights to seven metres.
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The Ausa Taurulift T 307H

The new models share the same specifications as other models in the range including 4x4 drive and steer, compact dimensions, easy intuitive handling and easy access for maintenance purposes. All can be fitted a wide variety of attachments and accessories.

The Taurulift T 307 H has a maximum lift height of seven metres, with full 3,000kg capacity, while it can take a tonne out to its maximum outreach of 3.98 metres. Gross Vehicle Weight is a handy 5,500 Kg and gradeability of 39 percent when fully loaded. Power comes from a Kubota V-3600-T 84.7 HP driving a two-speed Rexroth hydrostatic transmission.

The Taurulift T 144 H, has a maximum lift height of 3.99 metres with its 1,350 Kg capacity, while it can take 550 Kg out to its full outreach of 2.18 metres. Power comes from a Kubota V-1505 engine coupled to a Rexroth hydrostatic transmission.
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The Ausa Taurulift T144H

Vertikal Comment

These new machines from Ausa do not appear to be aimed at the mainstream telehandler market. And the fact that Ausa says that these two models complete its line, suggests that it sensibly does not have ambitions to go head to head with the leading players in this market.

The products are different and will have their followers, but appear to owe more to the masted rough terrain fork lift concept than to telehandlers. In particular visibility on the 307 looks to be poor for what is still a relatively small machine, thanks to its relatively high -full-width rear end.

The new models look well-built and will sell where the company has a strong dealer and little competition, but it is hard to imagine that JCB, Manitou or Merlo will be rushing back to their drawing boards once they get a change to look these new models over.