In specification terms, the Merlo P 72 10 cs top telehandler forklift (2026) shows high engine power at 134 hp (100 kW) alongside above-average weight at 25,353 lb (11.5 t). Another useful figure is capacity at full forward reach at 3,748 lb (1.7 t).
Specification profile
Telehandler • 2026
Weight: 25,353 lb (11.5 t)Engine power: 134 hp (100 kW)Capacity at Full Forward Reach: 3,748 lb (1.7 t)Capacity at Full Lift Height: 6,614 lb (3 t)
25,353 lb (11.5 t)Weight
134 hp (100 kW)Engine power
3,748 lb (1.7 t)Capacity at Full Forward Reach
6,614 lb (3 t)Capacity at Full Lift Height
24.9 mph (40 km/h)Travel speed
7.58 ft (2.31 m)Transport width
8.2 ft (2.5 m)Transport height
31.3 ft (9.55 m)Lifting Height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
High
134 hp (100 kW)
Low 49.6 hp (37 kW)Typical 102 hp (75.9 kW)High 173 hp (129 kW)
Engine power is well above the typical figure.
Weight
Above average
25,353 lb (11.5 t)
Low 9,237 lb (4.19 t)Typical 21,299 lb (9.66 t)High 59,194 lb (26.9 t)
Weight is above the typical figure.
Capacity at Full Forward Reach
High
3,748 lb (1.7 t)
Low 661 lb (0.3 t)Typical 2,841 lb (1.29 t)High 11,993 lb (5.44 t)
Capacity at Full Forward Reach is well above the typical figure.
Capacity at Full Lift Height
Average
6,614 lb (3 t)
Low 1,653 lb (0.75 t)Typical 6,698 lb (3.04 t)High 19,842 lb (9 t)
Capacity at Full Lift Height is close to the typical figure.
Travel speed
High
24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Low 12.4 mph (20 km/h)Typical 18.4 mph (29.6 km/h)High 24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Travel speed is well above the typical figure.
Transport width
Average
7.58 ft (2.31 m)
Low 4.63 ft (1.41 m)Typical 7.56 ft (2.31 m)High 9.32 ft (2.84 m)
Transport width is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Related measurements
Additional published measurements that share the same unit.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Side DisplacementYES
Diesel particulate filterYES
Inclination CorrectionYES
StVZO EquipmentYES
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Merlo |
|---|---|
| Model | P 72 10 cs top telehandler forklift |
| Category | Telehandler |
| Model year / production | 2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power134 hp (100 kW)
Travel speed24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Dimensions
Capacity at Full Forward Reach3,748 lb (1.7 t)
Capacity at Full Lift Height6,614 lb (3 t)
Lifting Height31.3 ft (9.55 m)
Max. Reach Horizontal17.1 ft (5.2 m)
Transport height8.2 ft (2.5 m)
Transport length18 ft (5.48 m)
Transport width7.58 ft (2.31 m)
Capacity & weight
Weight25,353 lb (11.5 t)
Nominal Load at COG15,873 lb (7.2 t)
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement0.95 US gal (3.6 L)
Emission levelV
Engine manufacturerPerkins
Engine type904J
Number of cylinders4.0
Side DisplacementYes
Transmission TypeHY
Setup & fitment
Standard tyres400/70-24
Features
Diesel particulate filterYes
Other specifications
Model seriesP
Centre of Gravity23.6 in (600 mm)
Inclination CorrectionYes
Max. Climbing Ability45%
StVZO EquipmentYes
