Hours: N/A | Year: 2025 | Make: Skytrak | Model: 8042 | Category: Telehandler | Price: $129,950 | NLEQ# 147203

This 2025 Skytrak 8042 Telehandler delivers the capability, reliability, and operator confidence that serious contractors demand. Powered by a proven Deutz diesel and equipped with a hydrostatic transmission and 4WD, this Skytrak 8042 is built to move materials efficiently across active jobsites. With a lift height of 42 ft and an 8000 capacity, it provides the reach and strength needed for multi-story builds, staging heavy materials, and feeding crews without wasting time or cycles. Practical job-ready touches such as a 50" carriage, 48" pallet forks, foam filled tires, heat & AC in the cab, and work lights round out a telehandler package engineered for productivity in all seasons and shifts. Backed by a 2-year / 2,000 Hour Warranty and NLEQ’s careful testing and inspection process, this Skytrak telehandler is a strong fit for contractors looking to add dependable lifting power to their fleet with confidence.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Skytrak
• Model: 8042
• Year: 2025
• Hours: N/A
• Category: Telehandler
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Engine: Deutz
• Engine Output: 74HP Deutz Diesel
• Transmission: Hydrostatic
• Drive: 4WD
• Lift Height: 42 (ft.)
• Rated Capacity: 8000 Capacity
• Carriage Width: 50"
• Forks: 48" Pallet Forks
• Tires: Foam Filled
• Cab: Heat & AC
• Work Lights: Yes
• Warranty: 2-year / 2,000 Hour Warranty
• NLEQ#: 147203
• Price: $129,950

Condition

Every machine offered by NLEQ is carefully tested and inspected before being listed for sale, and this Skytrak 8042 is no exception. Operational functions are verified so buyers receive accurate, honest, and reliable information about performance. Hours are listed as N/A at the time of posting; contact us for the most current meter reading and any additional inspection details. The telehandler is configured with the specified 50" carriage, 48" pallet forks, foam filled tires, and a cab with heat & AC, supported by work lights and the stated warranty coverage.

Advantages

• Deutz Diesel Power: The 74HP Deutz diesel is engineered for dependable torque and fuel efficiency. Deutz engines are known for robust design, straightforward serviceability, and strong performance across a wide RPM range ideal for precision material placement or sustained load-and-carry work.
• Hydrostatic Transmission: Hydrostatic drive gives smooth, precise inching control for accurate fork placement at height and around obstacles. Operators benefit from seamless modulation when feathering into loads, aligning with scaffolds, or navigating tight sites.
• 4WD Traction: Four-wheel drive helps maintain control and productivity on dirt, gravel, and uneven ground. Confident traction reduces spin and improves travel when jobsites are wet or sloped, supporting consistent daily output.
• 42-ft Lift Height: A lift height of 42 ft provides access to the working envelope required on multi-story projects, roof lines, and elevated decks. Reach helps reduce rehandling and staging moves, saving labor and machine hours.
• 8000 Capacity: Strong capacity supports handling heavier pallets of block, steel, lumber, and job boxes. The capability helps minimize trips, enabling crews to place more material where it’s needed, when it’s needed.
• 50" Carriage: The wider 50" carriage increases load stability and fork spread options, improving handling of bulky or irregular materials and enhancing operator confidence at height.
• 48" Pallet Forks: Standard-length 48" pallet forks are versatile for construction materials, standard pallets, and site supplies, making day-to-day tasks straightforward and efficient.
• Foam Filled Tires: Foam filled tires add puncture resistance and stability compared to air-filled options, reducing downtime from flats and maintaining ride height under demanding conditions.
• Cab with Heat & AC: Heat and air conditioning support year-round comfort, helping operators stay focused across long shifts in hot, cold, or humid climates. Comfort contributes to safer, more precise operation.
• Work Lights: Integrated work lights extend usable operating windows into early mornings and evenings while improving visibility in dim or enclosed areas.
• 2-year / 2,000 Hour Warranty: Warranty coverage adds peace of mind, strengthens lifecycle planning, and helps control ownership risk during the critical early years of service.

Applications

• General Construction: Move and place pallets of block, brick, and mixed materials across evolving jobsites with reliable power and reach.
• Framing and Roofing: Feed crews at elevation with lumber and sheathing; the 42-ft lift height is well-suited for multi-story wood and light commercial builds.
• Masonry and Concrete: Stage block, mortar, and forms efficiently; precise hydrostatic control aids placement near scaffolding and forms.
• Steel Erection and Fabrication: Deliver beams, bar joists, and hardware to elevated work areas while maintaining sure-footed 4WD traction.
• Site Development: Handle pipe, shoring, and trench boxes with the stability of foam filled tires and the wider 50" carriage.
• Industrial Facilities and Yards: Load/unload trucks, move inventory, and service outdoor storage areas where durability and uptime matter.
• Utilities and Infrastructure: Support lift-and-carry tasks on uneven ground with a combination of 4WD traction and hydrostatic placement control.

Ownership Value

For owners and fleet managers, this Skytrak 8042 telehandler balances capability with cost control. The Deutz diesel’s 74HP output aligns with efficient fuel burn and dependable torque delivery, supporting both low-speed precision and sustained duty cycles. The hydrostatic transmission further optimizes control, which can reduce accidental rework and speed up safe, accurate placement—benefits that show up in productive hours and improved operator confidence.

Durability features directly support lower operating costs. Foam filled tires reduce downtime from flats and help keep projects on schedule. The 50" carriage increases load stability and versatility for different material widths, potentially removing the need for specialized attachments on many tasks. Work lights and a comfortable, climate-controlled cab extend daily productivity across more hours and in more conditions, improving utilization and helping each shift deliver consistent output.

The 2-year / 2,000 Hour Warranty adds a valuable layer of protection and predictability for the early portion of the machine’s life. Combined with NLEQ’s careful inspection process, buyers gain confidence both in day-one performance and in planning maintenance and budgeting over the initial service interval.

Why This Skytrak 8042

Buyers choose the Skytrak 8042 because it delivers a proven mix of reach, capacity, and maneuverability that aligns with real jobsites. A 42-ft lift height and 8000 capacity hit the sweet spot for mixed commercial and residential projects: tall enough to serve elevated crews, strong enough to move dense materials, and compact enough to navigate active sites. The 74HP Deutz diesel pairs well with the hydrostatic transmission, allowing the operator to focus on the job with smooth and confident inching control. With 4WD underfoot, foam filled tires, and a wider 50" carriage, this configuration is built to keep working when conditions get rough. Add in the 48" pallet forks, cab with heat & AC, and work lights, and you have a telehandler that’s set up to be productive on day one.

For buyers seeking a late-model telehandler that’s ready to work, this 2025 Skytrak 8042 stands out by combining practical features with manufacturer-backed coverage. The included 2-year / 2,000 Hour Warranty and NLEQ’s inspection process mean you can step into ownership with clear expectations and a strong support outlook.

Why Buy from NLEQ

NLEQ is a trusted leader in heavy construction equipment. Every equipment listing is carefully tested and inspected before being offered for sale, ensuring buyers receive accurate, honest, and reliable information. That approach is designed for professionals who value transparency and need machines that arrive as represented. With deep product knowledge and a focus on long-term customer relationships, NLEQ makes the process efficient and straightforward so you can focus on delivering for your clients.

Next Steps

This 2025 Skytrak 8042 Telehandler is available now at $129,950. Reference NLEQ# 147203. Contact NLEQ to confirm availability, request the latest inspection details and hours, and get a delivered quote to your site. If the Skytrak 8042 matches your requirements for lift height, capacity, and control, reserve it today and put proven, job-ready telehandler performance to work on your next project.