A telehandler's load chart specifies a capacity of 1600 kg at a 6 m boom angle and 4 m load radius. If the operator needs to lift a 1500 kg load and maintains the 4 m load radius, but reduces the boom angle to 4 m, how will this affect the telehandler's capacity at that specific load radius?

Question: A telehandler's load chart specifies a capacity of 1600 kg at a 6 m boom angle and 4 m load radius. If the operator needs to lift a 1500 kg load and maintains the 4 m load radius, but reduces the boom angle to 4 m, how will this affect the telehandler's capacity at that specific load radius?

Answer options:

• The capacity will decrease significantly.
• The capacity will remain the same. ✅ The capacity will increase.
• The capacity is no longer determinable from the chart.

Correct answer: The capacity will increase.

Explanation: When the boom angle is reduced (meaning the boom is more vertical), while maintaining the same load radius, the telehandler's capacity generally increases because the overturning moment is reduced. A smaller boom angle often correlates with a greater lift height, which allows for higher capacities at given radii.