In today’s fast-paced and efficiency-driven agricultural environment, South African farmers are increasingly turning to multifunctional machinery to keep operations productive and cost-effective. One machine is rising above the rest in versatility and performance: the telehandler.
Once a staple of construction and mining sectors, telehandlers—particularly those from the Faresin range—are now proving indispensable on farms across the country. Their adaptability, compact footprint, and ability to handle a variety of demanding tasks make them a perfect fit for modern agriculture.
Purpose-Built Versatility for the Farm
Though originally engineered for heavy industries, Faresin telehandlers have been adapted specifically for agricultural use. Their compact size and increased ground clearance make them ideal for navigating barns, tight farmyards, and narrow rural roads. At the same time, their robust construction and advanced hydraulic systems allow them to tackle everything from lifting heavy seed bags and moving feed to stacking hay bales and clearing livestock pens.
“These machines are designed with cross-industry toughness in mind,” explains Alistair Bennett, Managing Director of SkyJacks, the official Southern African distributor for Faresin. “Farmers need equipment that can multitask without compromise—and that’s exactly what the Faresin telehandler delivers.”
One of its key strengths is compatibility with a wide array of attachments, including bale clamps, grain buckets, manure forks, sorting grapples, and hydraulic ladles. This modular design means a single machine can replace several task-specific vehicles—streamlining operations and cutting costs in the process.
Safety Meets Comfort and Control
In an industry where both machinery and operating conditions can be unforgiving, safety is non-negotiable. Faresin telehandlers are built to the highest safety standards, incorporating ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) and FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) technologies. The air-conditioned Queen Cab offers operators 360-degree visibility, reinforced protection, and intuitive control systems—all designed to maximize safety and comfort, even during long or low-light shifts.
“Visibility, protection, and ergonomics are not optional—they’re essential,” says Bennett. “Our goal is to ensure that operators are both safe and empowered to work efficiently.”
Precision boom controls allow for delicate handling in tight spaces, while a hydrostatic drive system delivers smooth steering, responsive acceleration, and enhanced fuel efficiency—an essential benefit for operations spanning large land areas.
Designed for Cost-Efficiency and Uptime
Rising input costs are putting increasing pressure on South African farmers to do more with less. Faresin telehandlers are helping meet this challenge through fuel-efficient design, reduced maintenance needs, and the ability to consolidate tasks into fewer machines.
“The feedback we consistently receive from our customers is clear,” says Bennett. “They’re looking for smarter ways to work—ways to boost productivity without increasing costs or compromising on safety.”
To support this, SkyJacks offers 24/7 technical support and annual service agreements, ensuring that machinery stays in peak working condition and that farmers can focus on productivity without the burden of unexpected downtime.
“In agriculture, downtime isn’t just inconvenient—it’s expensive,” adds Bennett. “With reliable OEM support and robust engineering, we help ensure uptime where it matters most.”
Attachments That Drive Performance
What elevates the Faresin range from useful to essential is its dynamic attachment ecosystem. From bale clamps and grain buckets to lifting jibs and mining-grade hooks, the telehandler can adapt instantly to a new task. Whether feeding livestock, transporting materials, or assisting in light construction, these attachments turn the machine into an all-in-one field solution.
This modularity means farmers no longer need to invest in separate equipment for each task—streamlining their operations while boosting return on investment.
A Smart Step Toward the Future
The adoption of telehandlers signals a larger trend in South African farming: a move from labour-intensive practices to mechanised, scalable agriculture. Beyond improving productivity, this transition is enhancing safety, reducing the physical burden on workers, and supporting sustainable growth.
“Today’s farmer wears many hats,” says Bennett. “They need a machine that does the same—lifting, stacking, loading, transporting. The telehandler is that machine.”
As agriculture continues to modernise, tools like the Faresin telehandler will play a vital role in helping South African farms stay competitive, resilient, and future-ready.