Merlo Hybrid Telescopic Handler - Turbofarmer 40.7 Hybrid

For the first time, a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle is available to agriculture, operating on either diesel or electricity. In electric mode, the handler is powered by a lithium battery of 30kwh - it works without noise and without emissions, so it can be used in enclosed spaces.

In hybrid mode, the diesel engine, running at a constant speed, supplies the energy for the transmission while also charging the battery. Without limiting the handler's performance, this transmission architecture makes it possible to halve the rated capacity of the diesel engine.

In addition, when the telescopic handler's transmission is at low speed or in neutral, it runs on electricity, which saves 30% in fuel costs and CO2 in emissions in combination with the downsized engine.

A further reduction in operating costs comes from charging the plug-in hybrid either from the electricity grid or from a photovoltaic system.