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JLG 1055 vs Manitou MRT 2550

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for JLG and Manitou in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Telescopic handler working on a construction site
JLG JLG 1055
Manitou MRT 2550 rotating telehandler
Manitou Manitou MRT 2550
Operating weight —17,000 kg (37,500 lb)
Engine power 74 kW (99 hp)—
Max. lift capacity ≈4,536 kg (10,000 lb)≈5,000 kg (11,000 lb)
Max. lift height ≈16.8 m (55 ft)≈25 m (82 ft)
Max. forward reach ≈12.5 m (41 ft)—
Engine power ≈74 kW (100 hp)—
Rotation —360° continuous
Strengths
  • + High capacity at height
  • + Common in rental fleets
  • + Stabilisers and frame sway for uneven ground
  • + One machine replaces a telehandler, crane and platform
  • + Remote control option
  • + Recognises attachments automatically
Watch-outs
  • − Large machine for tight sites
  • − Higher price and more complex than fixed-boom telehandlers
  • − Needs outriggers for most lifts
Full 1055 reviewFull MRT 2550 review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.