200ATJ Manitou Manlift
- Max. lifting height: 20 m
- Max. capacity: 230 kg
The 28m Telescopic Boom Lift for Sale in the UAE | Authorised Manitou Dealer
The Manitou 280TJ is a rough-terrain telescopic boom lift engineered for safe, flexible aerial access on construction sites, industrial facilities and infrastructure projects across the UAE and GCC. Reaching a maximum working height of 27.73 m with a horizontal outreach of 21.45 m, this manlift accommodates up to 3 operators with dual platform capacity (240 kg / 350 kg), and its unique telescopic jib provides unmatched access to difficult areas — including negative reach positions that standard boom lifts cannot achieve.
Built for maximum productivity and safety, the 280TJ features proportional multi-function controls, electronic load compensation, 360° continuous turret rotation and 4-wheel drive with crab steering for confident manoeuvring on rough or uneven terrain. Powered by a 34.3 kW Yanmar diesel engine, this compact, easy-to-transport boom lift is ideal for facade installation, industrial maintenance and elevated access work. As the authorised Manitou dealer in the UAE since 2004 — and a Manitou Partner Dealer ranked among the top 100 Manitou dealers worldwide — Al Shirawi Enterprises backs every 280TJ manlift with genuine parts, factory-trained technicians and 24/7 after-sales support across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the wider GCC.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Manitou 280TJ |
| Machine Type | Rough-Terrain Telescopic Boom Lift (Manlift) |
| Max. Working Height | 27.73 m |
| Max. Platform Height | 25.73 m |
| Max. Horizontal Outreach | 21.45 m |
| Pendular Arm Rotation (Top/Bottom) | +56.80° / -62° |
| Platform Capacity (Standard / Max.) | 240 kg / 350 kg |
| Turret Rotation | 360° continuous |
| Platform Rotation (Right/Left) | 90° / 90° |
| Number of People | 3 (indoor) / 2 (outdoor) |
| Platform Dimensions (L × W) | 2.30 m × 0.90 m |
| Overall Width | 2.48 m |
| Overall Length | 11.36 m |
| Overall Length (Stowed) | 8.09 m |
| Overall Height (Stowed) | 2.71 m |
| Wheelbase | 2.80 m |
| Ground Clearance | 0.41 m |
| Platform Weight | 16,500 kg |
27.73 m working height and 21.45 m horizontal outreach cover the vast majority of high-access tasks on a single machine.
Access difficult areas below grade or around obstacles that standard boom lifts cannot reach.
Precise positioning without repositioning the machine, saving time on complex sites.
Crab steering and 40% gradeability handle rough, uneven construction and industrial terrain with confidence.
4 simultaneous movements and electronic load compensation for smooth, safe, precise operation
Stowed dimensions of 8.09 m x 2.48 m simplify mobilisation between sites.
Genuine machines and factory-backed warranty support.
Ranked among the top 100 Manitou dealers worldwide, and the first in the Middle East to achieve this recognition (2022) turn4search117.
Preventative maintenance and diagnostics from factory-trained technicians.
UAE-based engineers support fleet planning, attachment selection and regulatory compliance for elevated-access projects.
Fast access to genuine spare parts across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the wider GCC.
Trusted across construction, industrial maintenance and infrastructure projects since 1979.
Where the 280TJ delivers best performance in the UAE: The 280TJ is built for safe, efficient elevated access across construction, industrial maintenance, facility management and infrastructure projects in the UAE and GCC — anywhere workers need reliable reach at height, including hard-to-access or negative-reach positions.
Façade installation, cladding and structural access on high-rise buildings – Equipment servicing, facility inspections and elevated plant maintenance – Utility, signage and lighting installation on infrastructure projects – Aviation and airport maintenance requiring high-reach access – Environmental and municipal elevated maintenance work – Event staging and temporary structure access
| Requirement | Compact Articulated Manlift (200ATJ) | Generic 28m Telescopic Boom Lift (Comparable) | Manitou 280TJ — Best Option |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max. Working Height | 20 m | 26–28 m | 27.73 m |
| Max. Horizontal Outreach | Limited (articulated design) | 18–20 m | 21.45 m |
| Platform Capacity | 230 kg | 230–300 kg | 240 kg / 350 kg (dual capacity) |
| Negative Reach Access | Limited | Rare on standard telescopic booms | Yes — unique telescopic jib |
| Turret Rotation | 360° | Varies | 360° continuous |
| Terrain Capability | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD, crab steer, 40% gradeability |
| After-Sales & Parts | Genuine Manitou parts, UAE dealer since 2004 | Varies by dealer | Genuine Manitou parts, UAE dealer since 2004 |
| Best For | Confined urban sites | General high-reach access | High-rise, negative-reach and complex-access sites |
The Manitou 280TJ has a maximum working height of 27.73 m and a maximum horizontal outreach of 21.45 m, with dual platform capacity of 240 kg or 350 kg depending on configuration.
The 280TJ features a unique telescopic jib that enables negative reach — accessing areas below the machine’s base level — which most standard telescopic boom lifts cannot achieve, making it ideal for complex access tasks.
Yes. With 4-wheel drive, crab steering, 40% gradeability and an active oscillating front axle, the 280TJ is built for stable performance on rough, uneven outdoor terrain across UAE construction and industrial sites.
The 280TJ platform accommodates up to 3 operators indoors or 2 outdoors, with a maximum platform capacity of 350 kg.
The 200ATJ Manlift offers a 20 m working height in a more compact articulated design suited to confined urban sites, while the 280TJ reaches 27.73 m with telescopic jib negative-reach capability for larger, more complex access projects.
Al Shirawi Enterprises is the authorised Manitou dealer in the UAE since 2004 and a Manitou Partner Dealer. We supply the 280TJ with genuine parts, certified technicians and after-sales support across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the GCC.
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