Heavy Duty Telehandler Market Report 2026

The heavy duty telehandler market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.43 billion in 2025 to $4.68 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to infrastructure development growth, mining activity expansion, agricultural mechanization, industrial material handling needs, logistics sector growth.

The heavy duty telehandler market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.78 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to smart construction site adoption, demand for low emission machinery, growth in large scale infrastructure, automation in material handling, expansion of mining operations. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for high capacity lifting equipment, integration of telematics and safety systems, growth in infrastructure construction projects, shift toward electric and hybrid telehandlers, expansion of rental equipment services.

The rise in construction activities is expected to drive the growth of the heavy duty telehandler market in the coming years. Construction activities involve building, repairing, or modifying structures such as buildings, roads, bridges, and other infrastructure. This increase is largely due to urbanization, as growing population density in urban areas heightens the demand for residential, commercial, and infrastructure development. Heavy duty telehandlers support construction efforts by providing high lifting capabilities and extended reach, making them crucial for managing heavy materials on-site. They enhance efficiency by allowing accurate material placement and minimizing manual labor, which in turn shortens project timelines. For example, in April 2025, the United States Census Bureau, a U.S.-based government agency, reported that construction spending reached $2.15 trillion in 2024, up from $2.02 trillion in 2023. Thus, the growth in construction activities is contributing to the expansion of the heavy duty telehandler market.

The increase in infrastructure development investments is anticipated to support the growth of the heavy duty telehandler market in the future. Infrastructure investments refer to expenditures on building and maintaining critical systems such as roads, bridges, utilities, and communication networks that are essential for economic and social development. These investments are growing due to urbanization and population expansion, as rising urban populations place pressure on existing infrastructure, prompting new development and upgrades. As a result, there is a higher demand for heavy duty telehandlers, which provide efficient material handling solutions on large construction sites. They enhance productivity by safely lifting and placing heavy materials, thereby streamlining complex infrastructure projects. For instance, in July 2024, the Office for National Statistics, a government department in the UK, reported that total general government infrastructure investment reached $17.25 billion (£13.8 billion) in 2023, a 3.9% rise from 2022. Therefore, growing infrastructure investment is driving demand in the heavy duty telehandler market.

Leading companies in the heavy duty telehandler market are emphasizing the development of advanced technologies, such as improved load-sensing systems, to increase efficiency, safety, and reduce operator fatigue. These enhanced systems use smart technology to automatically adjust hydraulic pressure and stability based on the load weight and lifting environment. For example, in February 2025, Manitou Group, a heavy equipment manufacturer based in France, introduced two new MTA telehandler models - the MTA 1242 MAX and MTA 1242 MAX E74 - engineered for greater power, stability, and efficiency in the construction and rental sectors. The MTA 1242 MAX is powered by a 127-horsepower engine, while the MAX E74 includes a more fuel-efficient 74-horsepower engine designed to lower long-term maintenance costs without compromising performance. These models also feature automatic leveling and intelligent load management, which ensure safe lifting even on uneven surfaces. Moreover, the telehandlers offer enhanced visibility and ergonomic controls, improving operator comfort and boosting productivity.

Major companies operating in the heavy duty telehandler market are J.C. Bamford Excavators Limited (JCB), Manitou BF S.A., Merlo S.p.A., Dieci S.r.l., CNH Industrial N.V. (CASE Construction Equipment & New Holland), Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group Co., Ltd. (XCMG), Liebherr-International AG, Sany Heavy Industry Co., Ltd., Terex Corporation, Caterpillar Inc., Komatsu Ltd., Volvo Construction Equipment AB, Hyundai Construction Equipment Co., Ltd., HD Hyundai Infracore Co., Ltd. (Doosan), Bobcat Company, Wacker Neuson SE, Kramer-Werke GmbH, JLG Industries, Inc., Skyjack Inc., Haulotte Group, Magni Telescopic Handlers S.r.l., Sennebogen Maschinenfabrik GmbH.

North America was the largest region in the heavy duty telehandler market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the heavy duty telehandler market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the heavy duty telehandler market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The heavy duty telehandler market consists of sales of pallet forks, general-purpose buckets, grapple buckets, truss booms, high-capacity telehandlers, telescopic handlers, and material handling arms. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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