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Merlo P40.17

A 17-metre Panoramic construction telehandler

The Merlo P40.17 lifts 4 tonnes to about 17 metres, with Merlo’s side-mounted engine, low boom pivot and excellent visibility.

Alexey Puzanov ByAlexey Puzanov Updated 1 min read
Merlo P40.17 telehandler
Merlo P40.17 telehandler

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+Strengths

  • Excellent right-side visibility
  • Low centre of gravity
  • Compact for its reach

−Watch-outs

  • Premium price

Overview

Merlo's Panoramic range is designed for construction. The P40.17 competes with the JCB 540-170 and Manitou MT 1840.

Merlo P40.17 specifications

Max. lift capacity≈4,000 kg (8,800 lb)
Max. lift height≈17 m (55 ft 9 in)
Engine positionSide-mounted

Figures are typical for standard configurations as published by Merlo. Values vary by market, emissions tier, attachments and options; confirm with your dealer before purchase, transport or lifting.

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Sources and further reading

  1. Merlo – Panoramic (merlo.com)
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