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Manitou BT420

4,475 kg51 hpLimited recent data, based on 1 older listings

Side elevationManitou BT420
Manitou BT420 side elevation
Operating weight
4,475 kg
Length
3,550 mm
Fig · proportional to datasheet · telehandler
Live market

Telehandler market view

Telehandler avg.€38k

Based on 1 older listings. Current pricing may have shifted, so we show the class range instead.

Most asking prices land between €19k – €63k, with a market average around €38k.

BE
€39k
NL
€51k
PL
€33k
DE
€67k
PT
€39k
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Asking prices across our European network.As of 24 Jun 2026

This model sits 51% below the class average across 61 peer models.

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MakeManitou
ModelBT420
Specification · Comparison

How the BT420 lines up in its class.

Nearest competitors auto-selected by category and weight class. Specs from manufacturer datasheets; prices from recent dealer listings.

 
Manitou
BT420
JCB
520-40
Merlo
P27.6
At a glance
Weight class
4.5 t
4 t
5 t
Power
Engine
Perkins 404C-22
Perkins 404D-22 (Diesel, 4-cyl, 2.2 L)
Kohler KDI 2504 TCR
Power
51 hp
50 hp
75 hp
Dimensions
Operating weight
4,475 kg
4,400–4,490 kg
4,850 kg
Length
3,550 mm
3,380 mm
3,910 mm
Width
1,436 mm
1,560 mm
1,860 mm
Height
2,140 mm
1,970 mm
1,930 mm
Working range
Max lift capacity
2,000 kg
2,000 kg
2,700 kg
Max lift height
3,860 mm
4,040 mm
5,790–5,900 mm
Max reach
2,860 mm
2,590 mm
3,320 mm
Capacity at max reach
900 kg
907 kg
1,500 kg
Drive
Travel speed
20 km/h
20.1 km/h
40 km/h
Market
Market average ask · EU
€22k
€30k
€65k
Price range
€22k€22k
€22k€37k
€65k€65k
Active listings
1
2
1
Specs · manufacturer datasheetsPrices · recent dealer listings, trailing window
About · Manitou BT420

Overview

The Manitou BT420 is a compact telehandler with an operating weight of 4475 kg and an engine output of 51 hp. It belongs to the light-duty telescopic handler segment, designed to balance maneuverability with practical lift capability. As a Manitou product, it reflects the brand's established position in the European telehandler market.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

Compact telehandlers in this class are commonly deployed on agricultural operations, small-to-medium construction sites, and light industrial or logistics yards where access is restricted. Their telescopic boom configuration allows operators to reach over obstacles or place loads at height where conventional forklifts cannot operate. The combination of mobility and lifting reach makes machines in this category useful for material handling tasks across seasonal and year-round workflows.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

When inspecting a used compact telehandler of this class, buyers should assess the condition of the telescopic boom sections for wear, scoring, and seal integrity, as hydraulic leaks in the boom circuit are a common maintenance point. The condition of the carriage, tilt rams, and attachment interface should be checked alongside the transmission and axle seals, which are subject to stress in rough-terrain use. A full operational test of the hydraulic functions, steering, and braking system is advisable before purchase, and service history documentation adds confidence to any assessment of overall machine condition.

Current market

Price position

The European market average for the Manitou BT420 is EUR 21500, reflecting the current pricing level for used examples of this model in that region. Buyers evaluating this machine will typically also consider the JCB 520-40 and the Merlo P27.6 as directly comparable alternatives in the compact telehandler segment. Relative availability, service network coverage, and local parts support are practical factors that can influence final selection between these competing models.

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