Terex TB44 Diesel Manlift Overview

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Machine Description
The Terex TB44 is a diesel-powered telescopic boom lift designed for aerial work and material handling in construction and industrial environments. Its compact dimensions and diesel power unit make it a versatile choice for indoor and outdoor elevated work tasks.
Key Specifications

• Overall Length: Approximately 310.6 inches (7.89 meters)
  
• Overall Width: Around 7.9 feet (2.4 meters)
  
• Wheelbase: Approximately 8 feet (2.44 meters)
  
• Ground Clearance: About 10.24 inches (26 cm)
  
• Stowed Height: Roughly 7.1 feet (2.16 meters)
  
• Gradeability: About 55%, allowing it to navigate slopes effectively
  
• Platform Capacity: Typically around 500 lbs (227 kg) depending on platform size (6 ft or 8 ft options available)
  
• Boom Reach: Maximum horizontal reach around 44 feet (13.4 meters)
  
• Maximum Working Height: Approximately 50 feet (15.2 meters)
  
• Turret Rotation: Full 360 degrees rotation for flexible positioning
  
• Travel Speed: About 3.3 miles per hour (5.3 km/h)
  
• Power Source: Diesel engine, commonly Ford LRG-423 rated around 62 hp
  
• Hydraulic System Pressure: Typically operates around 2500 psi
  
• Tires: Usually sized 12x16.5 with an 8-ply rating for rugged terrain
  

Features and Operation
The TB44’s diesel engine provides dependable power for lifting and maneuvering on diverse job sites. Its telescoping boom offers precise reach for elevated work while the 360-degree turret allows for versatile platform positioning without repositioning the entire lift. Gradeability of 55% helps it navigate uneven or sloped ground with stability.
The machine is designed with operator safety and comfort in mind, offering easy-to-use controls and compact stowed dimensions that facilitate transport and storage.
Maintenance Considerations

• Routine engine and hydraulic system maintenance ensures reliability.
  
• Tire inspection and replacement per wear specifications maintain stability and traction.
  
• Regular inspection of boom mechanisms and safety interlocks is critical for operator safety.
  
• Fuel system upkeep is important for diesel operation, including fuel filter changes.
  

Glossary

• Telescopic Boom Lift: A boom lift with extendable sections providing adjustable reach.
  
• Gradeability: The maximum slope a machine can climb or travel without slipping.
  
• Platform Capacity: The maximum weight the operator platform safely supports.
  
• Turret Rotation: Capability of the upper structure to rotate, allowing flexible working positions.
  
• Hydraulic Pressure: The pressure exerted by hydraulic fluid to operate boom and controls.
  

Summary
The Terex TB44 diesel manlift combines robust diesel power, telescoping reach, and excellent maneuverability for a wide range of elevated work tasks. Ideal for construction and industrial applications, it offers stable, versatile operation with operator safety and comfort features. Maintaining fuel, hydraulic, and mechanical systems optimizes performance and extends service life of this trusted aerial work platform.