Used Manitou MT1840: 11 live listings, €61k–€84k

How much does a used Manitou MT1840 cost in Europe?

Across independent European dealers, used Manitou MT1840 listings currently run from €61,000 to €83,500, with a market average around €73,239. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 11 active listings, refreshed daily.

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Specification · Comparison

How the MT1840 lines up in its class.

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Manitou

MT1840

At a glance

Weight class

12 t

11 t

Power

Engine

Deutz TCD 3.6

JCB EcoMAX

JCB EcoMAX T4 Final / Stage V

Power

100–102 hp

100–125 hp

74–75 hp

Dimensions

Operating weight

11,381–11,868 kg

12,160–12,300 kg

11,380 kg

Length

6,270 mm

6,360 mm

6,260–6,270 mm

Width

2,360–2,420 mm

2,440 mm

2,350 mm

Height

2,440–2,500 mm

2,690 mm

2,590 mm

Working range

Max lift capacity

4,000 kg

Max lift height

17,500–17,550 mm

16,700 mm

17,510–18,000 mm

Max reach

13,080–13,180 mm

12,500 mm

13,340–13,500 mm

Capacity at max reach

700 kg

0–600 kg

550 kg

Drive

Travel speed

25 km/h

25–33 km/h

29–30 km/h

Market

Market average ask · EU

€73k

€45k

€63k

Price range

€61k – €84k

€35k – €54k

€53k – €72k

Active listings

11

6

11

About · Manitou MT1840

Overview

The Manitou MT1840 is a heavy-duty rotating telehandler in the large-frame segment, designed around a 100 hp engine and an operating weight of 11,868 kg. It combines the reach and lift capacity expected of high-mast telehandlers with the 360-degree rotating superstructure that distinguishes it from conventional fixed-frame machines. As a Manitou product, it sits within a manufacturer range that has established the rotating telehandler as a distinct category in materials handling. The MT1840 is classed as a high-capacity rotating unit suitable for demanding site environments.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

Rotating telehandlers of this class are used on construction sites, industrial facilities, and infrastructure projects where loads must be placed precisely without repositioning the machine. The rotating superstructure allows operators to work across a full circle from a single position, which improves cycle times on congested sites and reduces ground disturbance. Wind-energy installation, heavy civil construction, precast concrete erection, and port-adjacent logistics are among the sectors that regularly specify machines of this type.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

Inspection of a used rotating telehandler should begin with the boom structure, checking for cracks, weld repairs, and wear in the telescoping sections. The slewing ring and its drive mechanism deserve close attention, as wear or play in the rotation system is costly to address and directly affects safe operation. Hydraulic circuits should be inspected for leaks at all cylinders, hoses, and the rotary coupling, with a full functional test of the rotation, boom extension, and levelling systems conducted under load where possible. Engine hours should be verified against service records rather than the display alone, and the maintenance history for the 100 hp engine should be reviewed for filter, oil, and timing service compliance. Tyre condition is a meaningful cost variable on a machine of this operating weight, so remaining tread depth and sidewall integrity on all wheels should be recorded. Confirm that the load chart, operator manual, and CE documentation are present, as these affect both safe operation and resale eligibility in regulated markets.

Current market

Price position

The MT1840 is most commonly cross-shopped against the JCB 540-180 and JCB 540-170, both of which compete in the high-reach telehandler segment. The JCB models are conventional fixed-frame telehandlers, meaning they do not offer a rotating superstructure. Buyers selecting between the Manitou and the JCB alternatives are therefore making a fundamental choice between rotating versatility and the typically simpler, lighter architecture of a fixed-frame machine. Within the used market for the MT1840 specifically, the attributes that move a unit within its price band include total recorded hours, service history completeness, attachment configuration, boom condition, tyre wear, and whether the hydraulic rotating system has been maintained to manufacturer intervals. Machines with a full-length documented service history, low accumulation of hours, and original or certified attachments occupy the stronger end of the range, while high-hour units with worn tyres, missing documentation, or unresolved hydraulic faults sit at the lower end.

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