Haulotte launched the Compact 14 at an open day at its UK base in Telford yesterday. The new model which shares most of its components with other models in the Compact range, is just 1.2 metres wide by 2.45 metres long and yet boasts a platform height of just under 40ft – 12 metres. The highest such machine from any major manufacturer. In spite of its height, compact dimensions and 350 kgs of lift capacity, the Compact 14 weighs just 3,170kgs
The first five units destined for the UK have already been sold, with several other companies showing interest. The Compact 14 was 'launched quietly' at Intermat earlier this year, with many visitors not appreciating the significance of this new product lanch.