Panoramic P 50.18 HM Merlo Telehandler Specs & Dimensions (2019 - 2021)

Levelling

The “Heavy Duty” telehandlers are equipped with a levelling corrector device. This solution is able to absorb the transverse inclinations of the ground up to 8%. This ensures a vertical lifting of the load and minimises the risks of lateral instability of the machine. It is configured according to the family: Turbofarmer - a hydraulic cylinder on the side of the frame Panoramic - two hydraulic cylinders between the chassis and axle.

Engines

The engines available on these models have power ratings ranging from 115 to 170 HP, and, in accordance with the original Merlo design concept, are installed in a longitudinal direction on the right side of the frame. This ensures maximum accessibility to the components during scheduled and/or extraordinary maintenance operations.

Rrm

A unique and patented solution. The hydraulic couplings developed and manufactured by Merlo ensure: Quick assembly and disassembly Increased tightness of connections Increased component service life No risk of line twisting.

Axles and Brakes

The axles are available in two versions: with epicyclic reducers, to maximise the torque transmitted to the wheels, and with portal reducers, to increase ground clearance. The Turbofarmer and P72.10 are equipped with four dry disc brakes sized to ensure high braking capacity and a high level of efficiency that minimises machine consumption. All bearings and bushings are designed to ensure a longer service life and reduce the need for maintenance. The remaining models are equipped with oil immersed brakes.

CVTronic

Merlo’s continuously variable CVTronic smart transmission combines the advantages of hydrostatic transmissions with the same performance and yield as a traditional CVT system. Compared to a conventional hydrostatic transmission, the CVTronic provides: A 12% increase in torque Reduced consumption thanks to its excellent efficiency Ease of use, thanks to the elimination of gear changes.

Eco Power Drive Plus – Speed Control

The models in the Turbofarmer family have been enhanced with the cruise control system called Speed Control. This solution allows the operator to set the desired transfer speed. Pressing the brake pedal or the direction selector will stop the machine.

Capacitive Joystick

HF telehandlers are equipped with the innovative capacitive electronic joystick control. This instrument is able to detect the presence of the operator by means of a capacitive type sensor and enable the hydraulic movements of the machine. The joystick makes it possible to control the main hydraulic movements of the machine and implements, managing, as standard, up to 4. Available as standard or as an option on other models in the range.

Continuous delivery

HF machines are equipped as standard with a system for regulating and delivering a constant flow of oil to the implements. This solution allows the oil flow to be precisely and specifically adjusted from 0 to maximum flow rate, for each of the 4 auxiliary hydraulic outlets at the top of the boom. This solution is also available as an option for several other models.

Efficiency

Merlo telehandlers are developed with the aim of being the most compact and lightweight models on the market. Excellent manoeuvrability is ensured by the 4-wheel steering system and the three steering modes, which are able to reduce manoeuvring times and space for decreased fuel consumption. Less manoeuvring space needed Greater productivity Reduced impact on the ground and fuel consumption. In order to ensure efficient management of the attachments, all the models feature a double-acting hydraulic service line and an electrical socket for machine-implement communication located at the top of the boom.

Regenerative system

In order to improve productivity, the HM models all come standard with the regenerative system for the hydraulic circuit. This solution has been developed to increase the boom’s angular speed during transfer operations. This fully automated system is capable of increasing the boom’s speed by 36%.

Three steering ways

This exclusive solution adopted on the axles guarantees the maximum steering angle to perform manoeuvres in tight spaces.

Towing

In order to maximise the versatility of these models, it is possible to homologate the Heavy Duty telehandlers, belonging to the Turbofarmer family, as an agricultural tractor, allowing it to tow trailers on public roads. Different trailer hooking and braking solutions are available to suit different customer requirements, as well as for the power supply of the towed component. The maximum limit is 32 tonnes, depending on the range or towing hook and brake solution adopted.

Battery isolator switch

As a standard feature, the telehandlers come equipped with an electric and automatic battery switch to improve the efficiency and life of the batteries. Removing the key from the ignition switch starts the process of disconnecting the machine’s electrical circuit. With the circuit off, simply insert the keys into the control panel again to reactivate the batteries.

Tf65.9

Models developed to offer greater telescopic performance. The portal axles allow increasing the ground clearance, thus making the machine nimbler in off-road conditions. The cab is on a higher position in order to ensure that the operator has better visibility.

P72.10Plus

Model designed to offer high lifting capacities, ensuring maximum ease of use. The portal axles allow increasing the ground clearance, thus making the machine nimbler in off-road conditions.

Panoramic HM

Models developed to offer greater lifting capacity. The axles with epicyclic reducers are equipped with oil immersed brakes. The cab is on a higher position in order to ensure that the operator has better visibility.

Boom Side-Shift

The system is built into the machine frame (Panoramic models) and allows for the lateral movement of the telescopic boom to ensure precise load positioning, with no need for additional manoeuvring, thereby saving time, reducing stress, and improving the machine’s productivity. The side-shift control is located on the joystick and is proportional to maximise efficiency.

Service and spare parts

Whoever buys a Merlo machine chooses a product that meets the highest standards of quality, reliability and innovation. The customer can count on first-rate support and maintenance services offered by the Merlo Service network, and original spare parts subjected to continuous and rigorous quality controls. Careful and periodic maintenance, combined with the use of original spare parts, will help your telehandler maintain its performance levels over time.

Safety

The exclusive Merlo cab is compliant with the ISO 3449 FOPS (Level II) and ISO 3471 ROPS standards, thus ensuring category-leading safety levels. Merlo’s patented ASCS (Adaptive Stability Control System) is capable of recognising the attachment being used as well as measuring the magnitude of the load being handled, ensuring operators’ safety. Through the digital display (optional), customers can check all the operating parameters within which the safety system will intervene by slowing down and stopping any problematic movements. Depending on the implement in use, the system is able to vary the response of the machine and the speed of movements. Machine safety is enhanced by an automatic parking brake management system, which brakes the machine if the engine switches off in order to avoid unintentional movements.

FOPS Protection

A metallic structure, positioned above the glass roof, makes it possible to achieve the most stringent level of certification in terms of protection: FOPS level II. This certification guarantees: Perfect comfort in the cab Excellent visibility of the load Maximum operator safety.

Ascs

The ASCS (Adaptive Stability Control System) safety system ensures perfect risk prevention of the machine tipping over frontally when handling a load. The system regulates the speed and maximum degree of movement according to three operating parameters: Handled load - kg of material lifted Load position - reach, boom extension and carriage rotation Implement in use - automatically recognised by the ASCS system. When the operational stability limit is reached, the system first reduces the speed of the arm and then stops movement completely. In this phase, only those movements that re-establish a safer condition are permitted, simplifying the use of the machine even for less experienced users.

Display

The ASCS is equipped with a 10,1” colour display, as standard, that allows the operator to view all operating parameters in real time. The high-brightness display has an integrated sensor for automatic brightness adjustment according to external light conditions. In this way, a simple reading of the stability conditions is always ensured, shown inside a load diagram that updates, in real time, according to the load being handled and the implement in use. At any time the customer can see at what point the safety system will be triggered. Independent control of each hydraulic movement allows the identification of movements potentially unsafe in the event of an ASCS intervention. In these situations, a pop-up message shows the customer all the movements allowed which are not detrimental to the stability of the vehicle. Finally, the display continuously shows the inclinometer to maximise the safe use of the machine.

Working Area Setting

A special function, accessible via the display, allows the operator to set the geometric working limits. Adjustments can be made in accordance with the vertical and horizontal movements or in accordance with the relative movements of the boom (minimum and maximum lift and extension). This solution makes it possible to simplify and increase safety during repetitive work and in confined spaces, such as inside a warehouse.

Movement Speed Setting

The ASCS system uses the display to customise the speed of individual movements of the telescopic boom and the attachments in use according to the needs of individual operators as well as the operations to be carried out. Up to nine different setups can be stored.

Free Zone

By equipping the machine with a shovel, which is recognised accordingly, the working free zone is automatically activated. A working area of up to 1 metre of reach and 10° of lift is established. Within this area, it is possible to operate without the control system blocking the movement of the implement in case of overload, facilitating digging operations and ensuring perfectly smooth movements.

Memorising Handled Loads

The ASCS display allows the reading of the load being handled, either manually or automatically, whenever the telescopic boom is raised beyond the degrees of inclination pre-set by the operator. The average tolerance on the measured values is ±5% because these can vary depending on the dynamic conditions of the machine. The system can store up to 1,000 different readings, displaying the total and the last 20 values.

Rear Camera

In combination with the 10,1” colour display of the ASCS system, it is possible to equip the machine with an automatically-operated rear camera when the reverse gear control is engaged. Images from the rear of the telehandler are shown directly on the in-cab display. The camera can also be activated manually from the ASCS menu.

Descent by Gravity

This fully automatic solution allows the weight of the boom and load to be used for the lowering movement, significantly limiting the demand for hydraulic power and, consequently, consumption and noise, without reducing safety. Faster and more fluid movements allow for increased performance.

Vertical Elevation

The automatic vertical elevation was developed in order to facilitate load handling operations within confined spaces. By activating this function, the machine synchronises the extension and lifting movements to achieve a purely vertical movement of the load during both loading and unloading of the material.

Set-point

The Set-point function has been developed to reduce repetitive operations for operators, simplifying daily work. By activating this function, the operator can memorise a working configuration, capable of autonomously managing the hydraulic movements (extension/retraction, lifting/lowering and carriage rotation) to return the implement to the memorised position.

Visibility

The improved visibility on the market ensures efficiency in movement and safety for customers, reducing stress for operators who perform numerous manoeuvres during the working day. To achieve these standards of visibility, Merlo has invested in a careful study of the positioning of the cab and boom, as well as a detailed bonnet design and a large glass surface with the aim of ensuring fast, safe and precise operations.

Frame

Compared to market standards, the frame is characterised by small dimensions, allowing to minimise the overall floor space occupied by the machine. Furthermore, it is equipped, on the outside, with an exclusive belt, made from steel section bar. Designed to maximise structural strength and ensure excellent torsional strength, the underside of the body is completely secured by steel sheets, in order to protect all components from possible impacts during off-road driving.

Comfort

Acoustic and thermal comfort has also been taken care of down to the smallest details, thanks to intensive research into the most innovative technical solutions and materials. In terms of environmental performance, the entry of dust into the passenger compartment is prevented thanks to the cab's ISO 10263-3 compliant pressurisation. The Merlo cab is also an extremely comfortable and practical workplace, thanks to the following features: 1.010 mm of width and excellent roominess Large glass surface of 4.3 sq. m Vibration-damping Silent-blocks, which reduce noise and vibrations. The set-up is complete with a fabric seat with mechanical suspension. Optionally, the machine can be equipped with air-suspension, raised-back and heated seats.

Cab

An unprecedented design guarantees maximum functionality and comfort; grouping the information provided to the driver and the controls of the various systems and devices for optimal ergonomics. The reverse shuttle on the steering wheel is also present on the joystick.

Air-conditioning

Developed according to automotive standards, cutting the warm-up and cool-down times in half compared to a conventional air conditioning system. The suction vent is located on the side of the cab, away from potential sources of dust and dirt, while inside there are 8 vents, three of which are dedicated to defrosting the windscreen, for optimum climatic comfort.

Suspended cab

The models in this range can be fitted with the exclusive and patented Suspended Cab (CS). By equipping the machine with this unique solution, the cab is fitted with an active hydropneumatic suspension, which can be controlled directly by the operator with an electric switch. When the suspension is active, the total displacement of the passenger compartment is 110 mm (-60 mm / +50 mm); a condition that provides for a drastic reduction in vibrations and stresses inside the passenger compartment, thereby facilitating transport and work operations, even on uneven ground.