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A telehandler is equipped with outriggers. How do correctly deployed outriggers generally affect the machine's load capacity and stability?

Outriggers extend the base of support, significantly increasing the telehandler's stability. When fully deployed on firm ground, they generally allow the teleha

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Question: A telehandler is equipped with outriggers. How do correctly deployed outriggers generally affect the machine's load capacity and stability?

Answer options:

  • They decrease the machine's stability and reduce its capacity. ✅ They increase the machine's stability and typically allow for higher capacities shown on a separate load chart.
  • They only stabilize the machine on unleveled ground, with no change to capacity.
  • They are primarily for improved traction during travel, not lifting.

Correct answer: They increase the machine's stability and typically allow for higher capacities shown on a separate load chart.

Explanation: Outriggers extend the base of support, significantly increasing the telehandler's stability. When fully deployed on firm ground, they generally allow the telehandler to lift heavier loads at greater reaches, as indicated on a specific outrigger-deployed load chart.

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