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When operating a telehandler on uneven terrain, what is the best practice to maintain stability?

Keeping the load low and retracted minimizes the center of gravity, which significantly improves stability on uneven terrain. Outriggers, when available, should

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Question: When operating a telehandler on uneven terrain, what is the best practice to maintain stability?

Answer options:

  • Extend the boom fully for better reach.
  • Travel with the load raised high to clear obstacles. ✅ Keep the load as low as possible and the boom retracted, using outriggers if equipped and necessary.
  • Increase travel speed to cross uneven ground quickly.

Correct answer: Keep the load as low as possible and the boom retracted, using outriggers if equipped and necessary.

Explanation: Keeping the load low and retracted minimizes the center of gravity, which significantly improves stability on uneven terrain. Outriggers, when available, should be deployed to further stabilize the machine.

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